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Now there’s a reason to join the union: because it’s ours!

Local 1000 was created by and for traveling musicians. No matter where you live in Canada or the U.S., if you tour on the folk, bluegrass and acoustic music circuit, Local 1000 is for you.

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Local 1000 at SERFA 2017

Once again Local 1000 will have a prominent presence at SERFA being held at the Montreat Conference Center in Montreat, NC, May 17-21, 2017.

6 April 2017 Read

Local 1000 Communications Committee

One of the most important things we do is keep in touch with you, our members. We need your help! We are looking for members who want to help oversee this very important aspect of our work.

6 April 2017 Read

New Deal Winter 2017

The Winter 2017 edition of New Deal is now available

14 February 2017 Read

Local 1000 Members to Perform at UnNaugural Concert

On Friday, January 20th, several of our Local 1000 members will be part of an alternative concert called “The Un-Naugural Concert.” It will be a Local 1000 contracted event and profits will go to ACLU, Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, National LGBTQ Task Force, Planned Parenthood and League of Conservation Voters.

6 January 2017 Read

P2 Visa Fees Increasing

We are sorry to have to let you know that as of December 23, 2016, the US Customs and Immigration Service (USCIS) has decided to increase the fees for all O and P visa petitions by 42% from US $325 to US $460. The Canadian Federation of Musicians office is advising that December 15, 2016 will be the last day to submit a P2 application to them under the current fee, due to the time it takes them to prepare each petition before sending to the USCIS.

26 October 2016 Read