U.A. Records, Limited

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Canadian firm formed by United Artists Records as an independent company starting January 15, 1972 to focus on promotion, marketing, and product development in the Canadian market. It was most often credited for manufacturing and distribution on Canadian issues of UA products.

After its formation, Capitol Records (Canada) Ltd. in Ontario and Québec, by Waldale Limited in the Maritimes, by Thomas Rathwell Limited in Manitoba and Saskatchewan, by Acklands Limited in Alberta, and by Johnston Appliances in British Columbia.

On August 1, 1977 distribution switched to Capitol Records-EMI Of Canada Limited. Unsold stock was transferred from the RCA Smiths Falls warehouse to Capitol and these remainders may have their RCA credits stickered over with Capitol information.

In December 1973 U.A. Records, Limited opened two publishing companies:
- United Artists Music (Canada) Ltd. d with CAPAC
- Unart Music (Canada) Ltd. d with BMI.

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United Artists Records

Sublabels:

United Artists Music (Canada) Ltd.

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6 Lansing Square
Suite 208
Willowdale, Ont.
M2J 1T8
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