Live Loud will return for its second edition on Sept. 10 at Toronto’s Massey Hall, bringing together an all-star lineup of Canadian musicians and entertainers to raise money for mental health and substance use health initiatives.
The benefit concert is a national partnership between Matthew Perry House and Make Music Matter, two Canadian non-profit organizations focused on mental health, trauma and substance use health. Organizers say proceeds from the event will be shared equally between the charities.
The 2026 event will be hosted by actress, comedian and musician Lauren Ash alongside comedy veteran Bruce McCulloch. Performers include The Strumbellas, Aysanabee, Julian Taylor, Tim Hicks, Crown Lands, The Washboard Union, Fefe Dobson, Maestro Fresh Wes, Michie Mee, Bif Naked, Hill Kourkoutis, Aaron Solowoniuk of Billy Talent, Menno Versteeg of Hollerado, Sekou Lumumba of Big Wreck, Todd Morse of The Offspring, and Cone McCaslin and Dave Baksh of Sum 41.
The evening will also feature a charity auction hosted by broadcaster Rudy Blair, offering exclusive items and experiences.
“My family and I are overwhelmed by the talent, emotion, and love for Matthew at last year’s Live Loud. This year, we’re getting even bigger, even louder, even livelier. And it’s all because of artists and supporters who believe in the missions of Make Music Matter and Matthew Perry House. I can’t possibly put my gratitude into words,” said Caitlin Morrison, executive director of Matthew Perry House.
Live Loud debuted in 2025 with Bell Let’s Talk as title sponsor. Organizers say the inaugural event attracted national attention and was followed by a documentary that premiered on Crave to coincide with Bell Let’s Talk Day 2026.
“The first Live Loud showed us we’re at a turning point. People are ready to talk more openly about trauma and mental health. I’m thrilled Live Loud 2026 is set to shine an even brighter light on the stigma and silence that still surrounds these issues. In concert with each other, we’ll keep raising our voices until everyone has access to the support they need to heal,” said Darcy Ataman, founder and CEO of Make Music Matter.
Bell Let’s Talk is again supporting the event.
“Taking a moment for mental health can be as simple as pressing play on a song that helps you breathe, feel, and reconnect—and every moment matters,” said Mary Deacon, chair of Bell Let’s Talk. “That’s why we’re proud to support Live Loud with Matthew Perry House and Make Music Matter—using the power of music and community to raise the volume on mental health and substance use health, and to remind people they’re not alone.”
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