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I get my music from a background music supplier. Since they already pay for a SOCAN licence, does that cover my usage as well?

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I get my music from a background music supplier. Since they already pay for a SOCAN licence, does that cover my usage as well?

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No, not if you are using the music for a purpose other than background music. Licensed background music suppliers pay only for the use of music as background. If you use licensed background music to accompany fitness or dance activities, you must also be licensed under Tariff 19.