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A record-breaking $254,000 was raised for CMST students and programs! Almost a decade ago, a group of friends with a shared love of music – better known as the band Figleaf – had a simple idea: put on a one-night benefit concert and open the doors to music education for more kids.  Nearly ten years later, Tony Valle, Dennis Dussin, Rob Elder, and the entire Figleaf crew have grown that idea into a tradition. Year after year, they draw hundreds of supporters to a legendary venue – most...

We are pleased to share our 2025 Annual Report , where you’ll find stories of the studies, faculty, donors and volunteers who make up the extraordinary CMST community and key highlights of the school’s activities and impacts. Thank you for your support.

Three years ago, Carlo De Lorenzi, 68, set out to run every street in Toronto. An avid runner who had participated in 10 marathons and several half-marathons over the past 30 years, jogging through every street in his hometown Toronto seemed like an exciting challenge. Alongside his running goals, Carlo chose to include fundraising in his journey. In his 'Takin’ it to the Streets’ fundraising campaign, Carlo aimed to raise $10,390 – one dollar for every street – in support of CMST.   Music is...