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Can I submit zipped files to the FTP site containing CWR files?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

Not at the current time.

How long will it take CMRRA to process my files?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

CWR files will typically be processed upon receipt. The first ACK file will be created within 24-48 hours.

How long will it take CMRRA to process my files for second acknowledgement?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

Second ACK files include all works that have been incorporated into our licensing system triggered by a Canadian territory licence request or by royalty usage data. Since the activity can happen at any time, the second ACK file can include registrations from multiple files.

Will my works receive a CMRRA work number?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

All works included in a second ACK file will be assigned a CMRRA work number.

I have purchased music publishing software which produces CWR compliant registration files from a third party and they assist with my CWR files and acknowledgments. If I have difficulties processing my files and acknowledgments, who should I contact?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

Please contact your representative at the third-party company.

Can I submit global CWR files to CMRRA?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

Yes, as long as the works include records for any of the following territories: Canada, American Continent, Commonwealth, North America or World.

If my test file loads successfully, can CMRRA go live with it?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

We will provide confirmation after the test phase has been successfully completed.

Why is a title I registered via CWR not appearing in CMRRA’s repository?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

CMRRA does not validate every single CWR registration received. Our Licence and Distribution System (LDS) has advanced auto-matching protocols which will enable us to quickly and efficiently validate works information for licensing purposes and royalty distribution. These processes will be prioritized by activity levels. All works for which we provide a second ACK transaction will […]

I’m not quite ready for CWR. What other options do I have for registering my works with CMRRA?

May 3, 2016 by CMRRA

CMRRA Direct now allows for members to register single song priority titles. To register multiple titles, you can use the CMRRA Song Registration template in Excel format. If you are able to produce a file for mass song registration, please contact CMRRA (select CWR in the Contact form’s “Subject” dropdown menu) and we will assist […]

CMRRA Update

Apr 6, 2016 by cmrra

We’re only a few months into 2016 and already it is shaping up to be a very exciting year for CMRRA! Here is some news about what’s been happening, and also about what’s in store for the rest of this year and beyond! Distribution Update CMRRA completed its first distribution of online music royalties using […]

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