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Institute updates and the world of music therapy.

Visit us often to read news about the Institute, Music Therapy in general or about our partners and clients. 

WCMT 2026
The Institute will be presenting at the World Congress of Music Therapy!
October 03, 2025

We are excited to announce that the Institute will be leading a workshop at the World Congress of Music Therapy next July 2026, in Italy.  It will be a great opportunity to connect and share knowledge with music therapists worldwide. 

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Music therapy around the world
September 17, 2025

Did you know that music therapists offer their services not only in Canada and in the US, but in many other countries?  Music therapy is strong and alive around the world, as seen in this montage of a few recent social media publications. 

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Des choristes de Tous en Choeur
The Institute contributes to the documentary Tous en Choeur
September 09, 2025

We are very proud to announce that the National Music Therapy Institute had the privilege to contribute to the documentary "Tous en choeur". Produced by Sphere Media and led by Gregory Charles, it shows the impact of music for people living with Alzheimer. Stay tuned for the announcement of broadcasting dates this Fall! In the meantime, read the article (in French) from Isabelle Hachey, published August 24th 2025 in La Presse.

PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
July 15, 2025

Music therapy is a powerful tool in the journey of healing from PTSD. It helps reduce anxiety, improve mood, and reconnect individuals with themselves and others. Whether it's playing an instrument, writing lyrics, or just listening — music speaks when words fall short. to find out more about music therapy and PTSD, click here:

Les Impatients - Summer Concert - July 2, 2025
June 25, 2025

It is with great pleasure that we share this invitation to the summer concert of les Impatients, offered by singers and musicians that were happy to welcome in our space since September 2023.  The Concert will be held at Théâtre Ste-Catherine, July 2nd, at 7:15 pm, in Montreal. Enjoy the show!

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Atelier ANO - 20 mai 2025
Workshop with the Association des neurotraumatisés de l'Outaouais (ANO)
June 18, 2025

On Tuesday, May 20, Méliane Laurier-Cromp, music therapist from the Institute, offered a discovery workshop to members of the Association des Neurotraumatisés de l'Outaouais (ANO). Participants, along with two counselors from the organization, were able to learn more about music therapy and experience three music therapy-inspired experiences. Their enthusiasm was contagious! We warmly thank ANO for their invitation.

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