Sponsorship of the MCO

Private and corporate sponsorship supports the MCO and contributes towards a thriving future for music and cultural outreach on the prairies.

The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra is committed to supporting our community. Through our concert season, special events and extensive education and community engagement programming, the MCO shares the gift of music and the many joys it brings as widely as we can. 

Corporate Sponsorship

Public acknowledgement (onstage, in print and online), concert tickets, invitation to special events and private receptions, and advertising are some of the benefits to sponsoring the MCO. 

Sponsorship of the MCO’s concerts and special events comes with significant marketing opportunities to an attractive demographic. While sponsorship of our education and community engagement programming advances corporate / philanthropic goals.  

Private Sponsorship

Individuals can show their support of the MCO by sponsoring concerts, guest artists, special events, outreach programming, and more. Private sponsorship of an event or initiative is also a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the life of someone special (in memoriam) or acknowledge important milestones (in honour). 

For more information, please contact Heidi Ouellette, MCO Director of Development at houellette@themco.ca or (204) 783-7377.

The MCO is inviting sponsors in the following areas:

  • Season Sponsorship and Concert Sponsorships
  • Conductor, Concert Master, and Guest Soloist Sponsorships
  • Education and Community Engagement Sponsorship and Project Support
    Our extensive community programming includes free satellite community concerts at schools, libraries, hospitals, and across Manitoba’s north; student concert matinees; music classes and workshops; and much more
  • Music for All Sponsorship: funding complimentary tickets for newcomers, students, those living with mental health challenges, individuals facing geographic and socio-economic barriers
  • Special Events, such as our Soirées  
  • Touring and Recording to bring exciting chamber orchestra music to wider audiences

Interested in more information about supporting the MCO and our community stakeholders through sponsorship? Please contact the MCO info@themco.ca or (204) 783-7377.

About the MCO

The Manitoba Chamber Orchestra is a Winnipeg-based arts and cultural organization committed to continually reimagining the chamber orchestra experience through bold programming, transformative collaborations, and deep community engagement. Rooted in an evolving orchestral tradition, the MCO nurtures Canadian artists and composers, champions diverse voices, and creates meaningful connections between audiences and music. With a commitment to artistic depth, accessibility, and inclusion, we curate immersive concert experiences with a balance of new and known works and expand our reach through education and community-driven initiatives. 

The MCO has a rich fifty-year history of vital and innovative programming in Canadian music. We are renowned for exceptional artistry and eclectic programming. As one of Canada’s few professional chamber orchestras, we explore repertoire rarely presented by large orchestras. The MCO plays a pivotal role in the cultural life of Manitoba and engages audiences with intimate and exciting musical experiences. 

Grounded in Winnipeg’s diverse cultural fabric, guided by a mission of accessibility and innovation, and driven by a passion for Canadian artistry, the MCO acts as a catalyst for community connection and creative exploration through music.

The MCO’s annual budget is just over $1.1 million. The organization has continued to build resilience and sustainability with a growing endowment fund, currently valued at over $2.5 million. Over the years, the artistic integrity, management, and governance of the MCO have been acknowledged and praised by its peers.