SINGER - SONGWRITER - MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST
Kate Weekes is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and vocalist based in the Gatineau Hills of Quebec. Kate has released three albums of original material as well as collaborative projects. Her musical background ranges from touring in China with a swing band to touring the Canadian prairies with the fiddle group 'Home Sweet Home'. Her songwriting garnered the recognition of the ‘Songs from the Heart’ Award for the political category in 2017.
Kate is in the studio recording her 4th album of original songs, set to release in January, 2023. Thanks to everyone who contributed to a successful crowd-funding campaign.
Kate has initiated Rideau Roots: A songwriting journey by canoe. View the films below to learn more.
Check out Rideau Roots to learn about the songwriting residency that took place on the Rideau Canal in May of 2022.
We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts