Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned strummer, there's nothing quite like the joy of playing ukulele with others. From coast to coast, Canada is home to a vibrant community of ukulele enthusiasts who gather regularly to share music, laughter, and the infectious spirit of this happy little instrument.
We're trying to compile the most comprehensive directory of Canadian ukulele clubs and groups — covering all provinces and territories of Canada.
Want to add a group? Want to update our current listing for a group? Do we have an inactive group listed? PLEASE contact us to provide your information so we can continue to provide this resource with up-to-date info.
British Columbia boasts the largest ukulele community in Canada, with groups from Vancouver Island to the Interior.
Vancouver Ukulele Circle
Vancouver
Website: vanukes.ca
Meeting: Third Tuesday of every month
Notes: One of Canada's oldest ukulele circles, formed in September 2000 by Ralph Shaw, Vancouver's "King of the Ukulele." A large, welcoming community with monthly song circles and plenty of laughs.
Cloverdale Ukulele Circle
Surrey (Cloverdale)
Location: Cloverdale Recreation Centre
Meeting: Regular meetings at the Recreation Centre
Contact: Via Recreation Centre
Notes: Social group perfect for older adults. Welcomes beginners and experienced players. First-timers can try a session before joining. Annual Seniors Fee: $25.
Coquitlam Ukulele Tiny Instrument Enthusiasts (CUTIE) Circle
Coquitlam
Website: cutiecircle.com
Meeting: Second Sunday of every month
Location: Evergreen Cultural Centre
Notes: Led by talented musician and luthier Paul Joaquin. Fun-loving group that brings joy and music to the community.
Delta Ukulele Circle
Delta
Location: North Delta Centre for the Arts, 11425 - 84th Ave
Meeting: First Saturday of every month, 2:30-5:00 PM
Admission: $5 at the door
Notes: Formerly the South Surrey/White Rock Ukulele Circle. Led by Gary Cyr. All skill levels welcome, from absolute beginners to advanced. Folk, pop, and rock tunes.
Port Moody Uke Night
Port Moody
Location: Rocky Point Tap House, 2524 St. Johns St
Meeting: 2nd Wednesday of each month, 6:00-8:00 PM
Phone: (604) 626-1464
Fee: Suggested drop-in $2-$5
Notes: Uses "Heritage Uke Club" Songbooks. Two new songs added each meeting. Ukes available on loan. Open Mic time included.
Langley Ukulele Ensemble / Langley Ukulele Association
Langley
Website: langleyukes.com
Notes: Prominent BC ensemble with youth and adult outreach programs. Family-friendly with weekly rehearsals and community event performances.
Chilliwack Uke Club 3.0
Chilliwack
Meeting: 1st and 3rd Wednesday
Notes: Community circle welcoming all skill levels.
Beachcombers Ukulele Group Singers (BUGS)
Sunshine Coast (Roberts Creek/Gibsons)
Website: bugssc.com
Meeting: 2nd Thursday monthly at Gumboot Cafe, Roberts Creek (7:00-9:00 PM); 3rd Saturday at Gibson's Public Market (2:30-4:30 PM)
Notes: "A happy musical group of ukulele friends" who share the joy of strumming and singing in the community.
The Underground Ukulele Circle (TUUC)
Fernie
Location: Clawhammer Letterpress Gallery, 661-2nd Ave
Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 7:30 PM
Contact: Anie Hepher
Notes: "A small but fierce ukulele circle" in the East Kootenay region. Part of the Fernie Ukulele Orchestra. Encourages drop-ins. All ages welcome.
Penticton Ukes
Penticton
Location: South Main Senior's Drop-in Centre, 2965 South Main Street
Meeting: Every Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 PM
Phone: 250-462-0023
Notes: Formed November 2014. Friendly community "Strumalong and Sing." Everyone welcome!
Merritt Ukulele Circle
Merritt
Location: Nicola Valley Arts Council office, 2051 Voght Ave
Meeting: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 PM (no July/August meetings)
Notes: Formed November 2020.
Ukulele Orchestra of Kamloops (UOK)
Kamloops
Meeting: Regular weekly meetings
Notes: Registered society under BC Societies Act. Vibrant group with several interest sub-groups. Performs at local venues and hosts workshops, lessons, circles, and a successful annual festival in Sorrento each June.
Monterey Ukulele Club
Victoria
Location: Monterey Recreation Centre
Meeting: Mondays, 1:00-3:00 PM year-round (except statutory holidays)
Phone: (250) 370-3700
Notes: Membership has grown to over 50 since the ukulele's recent resurgence in popularity.
Esquimalt Rec Centre Ukulele
Esquimalt (Victoria area)
Location: Esquimalt Rec Centre, 527 Fraser St
Meeting: Fall and spring 8-week courses, Thursdays 1:30-2:30 PM
Phone: (250) 412-8500
Notes: Contact the Rec Centre for up-to-date times and fees.
Victoria Ukulele Orchestra
Victoria
Location: Collaboration Hub, 1038 Hillside Ave
Meeting: Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
Instructor: Anna Lyman, B.Mus.
Notes: Open to players who read tab and/or notes. Baritone and "C" ukulele parts included. International music of various genres. Mainly instructional and instrumental with some performance opportunities.
Valley Seniors Ukulele Group
Duncan
Location: Valley Seniors Organization Centre, 198 Government St
Meeting: Fridays at 1:00 PM
Phone: (250) 709-2171 or (250) 746-4433
Notes: Must be a member of Valley Seniors Organization. Two free visits to check it out.
Cordova Bay Ukuleles
Cordova Bay (Victoria area)
Website: cordovabay55plus.org
Notes: Part of Cordova Bay 55+ Centre activities.
Island Ukuleles
Victoria/Vancouver Island
Website: islandukulele.org
Notes: Vancouver Island-focused ukulele community.
Nanaimo Ukulele Circle
Nanaimo
Meeting: Once monthly (various times and locations)
Phone: (778) 265-1074
Notes: Opportunities to jam, showcase, learn, and support others who share a passion for ukulele.
Evergreen Ukulele Club
Comox Valley (Courtenay)
Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
Phone: (250) 338-2163
Notes: Part of Evergreen Seniors Club. Averages 25-30 members for fun singing and strumming.
Fretted Friends
Black Creek
Location: Black Creek Hall
Meeting: 1st and 3rd Thursday evenings
Notes: Instruction and group playing for beginners and experienced enthusiasts.
Nanaimo and Parksville Ukulele Orchestras
Nanaimo & Parksville
Nanaimo: 1125 Thunderbird Ave, Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 PM
Parksville: St. Mary's Anglican Church, Nanoose, Tuesdays 11:30-12:30 PM
Contact: Anna Lyman, Phone: (778) 265-1047
Notes: Orchestra-like groups for players who wish to play by tab or notes. All types of music. Private lessons available.
Time For Uke
Courtenay
Notes: Amazing group of retired ukulele teachers who perform regularly. Entertainment for young and old. Plays everything from Classical to Pop/Rock. Check website for local N.Island performances.
Edmonton Ukulele Circle
Edmonton
Meeting: 1st Monday, 3rd Sunday, 4th Monday
Notes: Multiple meeting times throughout the month for Edmonton's ukulele community.
Edmonton Acoustic Ukulele Players
Edmonton
Meeting: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Notes: Regular weekly meetings for acoustic ukulele enthusiasts.
Heartland Ukulele Lovers of Alberta
Alberta (regional)
Meeting: 2nd and 4th Sundays
Notes: Regional Alberta group welcoming ukulele lovers.
Strathcona County Ukulele Circle
Strathcona County
Meeting: 1st Sunday
Notes: Monthly meetings for the Strathcona County area.
Wellspring Ukulele Strumming Group
Alberta
Notes: Community wellness-focused ukulele group.
Westend Seniors Activity Centre
Alberta
Meeting: 2nd and 4th Mondays
Notes: Seniors-focused ukulele group.
Ukulele Calgary
Calgary
Website: facebook.com/groups (search "Ukulele Calgary")
Notes: Calgary's ukulele community connects via Facebook. Check the group for jam nights and events.
CALL Of the Uke
Calgary
Website: calgarylifelonglearners.ca
Notes: Part of Calgary Lifelong Learners programs.
Queen City Ukes
Regina
Website: qcukes.com
Location: Ruth Pawson School (Uplands Community Association), 20 Weekes Cres
Meeting: 2nd Saturday of every month, 2:00-4:00 PM
Notes: Community-based circle welcoming all ages and skill levels. Songbook with 233+ songs. Safe, inclusive environment for beginners and experts. Features monthly gatherings to play and socialize. Bring a ukulele, tuner, and tablet to access songs. All outdoor shoes must be removed year-round.
Saskatoon Ukulele Players / Saskatoon Ukulele Group
Saskatoon
Website: saskatoonukulele.com; facebook.com/groups/saskatoonukuleleclub
Notes: Active Saskatoon ukulele community with regular meetings.
Ukulele Club of Winnipeg
Winnipeg
Website: ukuleleclubofwinnipeg.com; facebook.com/groups/4933619484
Meeting: 3rd Tuesday and every other Sunday
Notes: Registered club with regular meetings and an active Facebook community.
Bytown Ukulele Group (BUG)
Ottawa
Website: bytownukulele.ca
Meeting: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
Notes: Active Ottawa group hosted by Sue. Features jams and occasional workshops. Provides song files and overhead displays for group playing.
torontoUKES
Toronto (Corktown)
Website: torontoukes.wixsite.com/torontoukes
Meeting: Every Wednesday and twice on Mondays
Notes: Multiple weekly jam sessions in the Corktown area. Vibrant Toronto ukulele community.
Ukulele Orchestra of Toronto
Toronto
Website: ukuleleorchestratoronto.com
Notes: Performance-based ensemble group. Check website for rehearsal schedules and concert information.
Toronto Ukulele Meetup
Toronto
Website: meetup.com (search "Toronto Ukulele")
Notes: Connect with Toronto's ukulele community through Meetup events.
Ukes of York / Ukezac
Toronto (Central)
Website: ukezac.wordpress.com
Location: Christ Church location
Notes: Central Toronto ukulele jams in a welcoming church setting.
Ancaster Senior Achievement Centre
Ancaster
Website: https://asacseniors.com/
Meeting: Wednesday mornings
Notes: Year round Wednesday morning sessions, registration required but drop ins welcome. Contact Cheryl Amy at charlee57@icloud.com for info or register through the city of Hamilton.
D'Ukes of Dundas
Dundas
Website: https://www.dundas55plus.com/
Meeting: Wednesday afternoons
Notes: Year round Wednesday sessions, registration required but drop ins welcome. Frequent performances. Contact Cheryl Amy at charlee57@icloud.com for info.
Southern Ontario Ukulele Players (SOUP)
London
Website: londonsoup.weebly.com; facebook.com/SoupLondonUkulele
Meeting: Mondays
Notes: Regular jam sessions. Friendly social group for Southern Ontario players.
Ukes of London
London
Website: ukesoflondon.ca
Notes: London-based ukulele community with regular events.
String Along Ukulele
Kitchener-Waterloo region
Website: stringalongukulele.ca
Notes: Serving the K-W ukulele community.
Sonic Uke Ensemble
Hamilton area
Website: sonic-uke.com
Notes: Ensemble performance group in the Hamilton region.
Kingston Ukulele Society
Kingston
Meeting: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
Notes: Maintains a great list of additional Ontario groups. Active Kingston community.
Peterborough Ukulele Club
Peterborough
Website: facebook.com/groups/119670711486304
Notes: Community group connecting via Facebook.
S.U.N. - Sunshine Ukulele Network
Orillia
Notes: Orillia-based ukulele network.
Renfrew Ukulele Group
Renfrew
Meeting: 2nd Tuesday
Notes: Monthly meetings in the Renfrew area.
Dover Uke Heads (Port Dover)
Northumberland Ukulele Orchestra (NUkeO) (Port Hope)
Perth Country Ukulele Group (Stratford)
Nicholsville Ukulele Group (Nicholsville area) - Website: nicholsvilleukes.ca
Legacy Ukulele Ensemble (LUE) (Ontario) - Website: legacyukes.com
Ukulélé Club de Montréal
Montreal
Website: ukuleleclubdemontreal.com
Notes: Established Montreal club operating since 2010. Check website for regular events and jam sessions.
After Dinner Ukulele Society (ADUKES)
Cote Saint-Luc (Montreal)
Website: adukes.org
Notes: Montreal-area society for evening ukulele enthusiasts.
South Shore Ukulele Club
Saint-Hubert
Notes: Serving Montreal's South Shore community.
Ukulélé Club de Québec
Quebec City
Website: facebook.com/Ukuleleclubdequebec
Meeting: Bi-monthly meetings
Notes: Non-profit group (Groupe à but non lucratif). Features special and charitable events, plus training sessions. Welcoming Quebec City community.
Ukulele Kids
Aylmer/Ottawa region (Quebec side)
Website: ukulelekids.org
Notes: Not-for-profit organization that has taught over 30,000 students (ages 4-94) in the past 14 years. Offers children's programs, adult sing-alongs, seniors residences programs, corporate team building, and teacher training.
Halifax Ukulele Gang (H.U.G.)
Halifax
Website: halifaxukulelegang.wordpress.com; facebook.com/groups/halifaxukulelegang
Meeting: 1st Monday
Notes: Active and welcoming Halifax community group. Connect via website or Facebook for current meeting details.
Dock Street Uke Camp
Shelburne
Website: dockstreetukecamp.ca
Meeting: Annual camp (September 19-21, 2025)
Notes: Annual ukulele camp featuring 6 workshops (beginner and intermediate), open mic and group strum sessions, evening concerts, group photos, and custom camp t-shirts. 2025 features instructor Sage Harrington. A taste of Shelburne, Nova Scotia, with quality ukulele music and instruction.
Fredericton Ukulele Club
Fredericton
Website: facebook.com/groups/183239952094163
Notes: Fredericton's ukulele community connects via Facebook.
Saturday Morning Ukulele Group
Charlottetown
Meeting: Every Saturday
Notes: Weekly Saturday morning meetings for PEI's ukulele enthusiasts.
Uke-on Ukulele Club
Whitehorse
Meeting: Every other Monday (September through May)
Notes: Northern Canada's ukulele community. Welcome visitors mentioned on qcukes.com directory.
· Your ukulele (obviously!)
· Tuner - Keep your uke in tune throughout the session
· Tablet or smartphone - Many groups share songbooks digitally
· Music stand (optional) - Some venues provide these
· Water bottle - Singing is thirsty work!
· Open mind and positive attitude - The ukulele community is incredibly welcoming
· All skill levels welcome - From "I just got my first ukulele" to "I've been playing for years"
· Songbooks provided - Most groups have curated collections of popular songs
· Learning by doing - Jump in and strum along, even if you only know one chord
· Social atmosphere - Ukulele circles are as much about community as music
· Donation or small fee - Many groups ask for $2-$10 to cover venue costs
· Arrive a few minutes early to introduce yourself
· Don't worry about mistakes - everyone makes them!
· Silence your phone during playing
· Respect the song leader or facilitator
· Stay for socializing afterward - that's where friendships form
Many of Canada's thriving ukulele groups started with just 2-3 people meeting regularly. Here's how:
1. Find a venue - Libraries, community centres, cafes, and churches often provide free or low-cost space
2. Set a regular schedule - Consistency helps people commit (e.g., "First Saturday of every month")
3. Spread the word - Post on local Facebook groups, community bulletin boards, and Meetup.com
4. Create a simple songbook - Start with 10-20 popular, easy songs
5. Welcome everyone - The magic of ukulele is its accessibility
· Canadian Ukulele Players (CUP) - facebook.com/groups/canuke - National Facebook group connecting players across Canada
· Flea Market Music Directory - fleamarketmusic.com/directory - International player and group directory
· Ukulele Meetup - ukulele.meetup.com - Find or start meetups in your area
The Health Benefits of Playing Ukulele in Groups
Research shows measurable health benefits to playing music and singing in circles:
· Reduces stress and anxiety - Music-making lowers cortisol levels
· Improves cognitive function - Learning songs keeps your brain active
· Builds social connections - Combat isolation and loneliness
· Boosts mood - Group singing releases endorphins
· Enhances fine motor skills - Finger dexterity and coordination
· Provides sense of accomplishment - Progress is tangible and rewarding
Is your ukulele group missing from this list? We'd love to add it!
Please send us:
· Group name
· City and province
· Website or Facebook page
· Meeting schedule
· Contact information
· Any special notes about your group
We'll update this directory regularly to ensure it remains the most comprehensive resource for Canadian ukulele players.
From Victoria to St. John's, from Whitehorse to Windsor, Canada's ukulele community is alive and thriving. With 63+ groups spanning every province and territory, you're never far from fellow strummers who share your passion for this joyful instrument.
The ukulele's resurgence over the past two decades has created a rich tapestry of musical communities across Canada. Whether you're drawn to casual song circles, performance ensembles, or structured lessons, there's a perfect fit waiting for you.
So tune up that ukulele, check out a group near you, and discover why thousands of Canadians have fallen in love with making music together. The ukulele community is welcoming, supportive, and always ready to make room for one more player.
Happy strumming, Canada! 🎵🇨🇦
