Share This The COVID-19 pandemic has decimated the gig economy, impacting all aspects and individuals who derive a living from live music experiences. Professional musicians who rely on performance income are among the most vulnerable cohorts. The Province of Alberta recognizes the urgent need to support artists through these challenging times, and also the importance that home-grown talent has in connecting Albertans through music. As 2020 draws to a close, we can reminisce about how Albertans have stepped up to make the best of our situation. We found joy in sharing our passions online with audiences that we’ve missed so dearly, and we collaborated in more creative ways than we ever thought possible. We watched as artists from across this province sang their hearts out and shared comfort with us through their music.