Celebrating
‍Music
in
Durham
Region

ABOUT US

Oshawa Music Awards (OMA) is an annual event that recognizes the influence and achievements of local music creators, and music industry builders who are developing an infrastructure within the Durham Region, Canada, and globally.

OMA was founded in 2017 by two students and a professor from the Music Business program at Durham College. It now stands as an independent cultural enterprise, with a management team, a steering committee, nominating and voting committee, and judges.

Entering its fourth year, the OMA recognizes excellence in ten award categories. It continues to showcase local talent while acknowledging individuals and groups who contribute to the growth of music and culture in the Durham Region.

RICK KERR
‍OMA 2018 INDUSTRY LEADER RECIPIENT

OUR MISSION

“To celebrate the development of local music talent and culture within the Durham Region and to acknowledge key contributors that aid in the growth of Durham Region’s music business economy, providing a platform that highlights and nurtures its progression.”

OUR MANDATE

The OMAs will promote and reflect cultural diversity through its commitment to diverse representation in all aspects of the organization’s administration, processes and operations. We will promote inclusion through the presence, expressions and participation of many different individuals and communities. We explicitly recognize that the contribution and participation of all citizens, including marginalized people, provide equal value and benefit to the society at large.