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Hamilton Music & Film

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Music & Film Industry in Hamilton

Hamilton is home to a vibrant music scene and film industry. The city is the 6th largest cluster of music businesses in Canada and one of the busiest filming locations in Ontario.

Music Programs

The city’s music industry has 7,725 workers and 541 businesses, making it the 6th largest cluster of music businesses in Canada. Learn more about Hamilton's vibrant music scene.

Filming in Hamilton

A wide range of neighbourhoods and architecture, small town feel with big city backdrops, diverse rural landscapes, and our people make Hamilton the perfect place for those looking to open or expand a film business.