The Joe Chithalen Memorial Musical Instrument Lending Library

Some of the most important work happens behind the scenes.
It's the routine maintenance that prevents larger problems.
It's the attention to detail that extends the life of an instrument.

It's the commitment to stewardship that ensures resources are used wisely.
At Joe's Music Mill, caring for instruments isn't just about fixing what's broken, it's about ensuring they remain ready whenever a student needs them.

Our current campaign is an investment in sustainability.

By maintaining instruments today, we're helping ensure they can continue serving students tomorrow.

Strong music programs aren't built overnight. They're built through consistent care, year after year.

To Donate or Learn More: Follow the link in the comments!

Need help paying for school? The CU Succeed Youth Bursary has your back. It’s already given out $836K to 664 students, and there’s $100K up for grabs in 2026.

If you’re in post‑secondary and making a difference in your community, this is for you.
💸 Bursary Amounts: $1,000–$3,000
🤝 Awarded based on financial need and community involvement
⏰ Apply by June 30, 2026

Application details: https://buff.ly/hlJjSCc

A trumpet with worn valves.
A violin needing new strings.
A saxophone waiting for repairs before it can return to a student.

These are the realities behind keeping a community instrument loan program running.

That’s why we’re asking for your help.

The “Repairing the Future” campaign supports the ongoing repair and maintenance of donated and loaned instruments so they can continue reaching students who need them most.

🎶 Music creates confidence.
🎶 Music builds community.
🎶 Music opens doors for young people.

With your support, we can continue making music accessible for students across Kingston.

If you believe every student deserves the chance to play, we invite you to support the program.

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Did you see a show at the Memorial Centre?
Flip through records at Brian’s or ZAP?
Catch a band in a basement, bar, school gym, or venue that doesn’t exist anymore?

Then part of this story belongs to you.

Music From Miles Around, Sponsored by Empire Life is coming soon to the Market Wing Cultural Space inside Kingston City Hall. Opening June 20, this free, year-long exhibition explores the people, places, sounds, and memories that helped make Kingston a music city.

Come relive the scene. Come discover what you missed. Come hear Kingston in a whole new way.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4e1twlc (link in bio)