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Wavelength Music co-founder accused of creating hostile work environment

Last Updated Jul 5, 2018 at 12:40 pm MDT

TORONTO – The Wavelength Music concert series in Toronto is investigating allegations its co-founder created a hostile work environment.

The Wavelength Music Board of Directors has issued a statement about the situation involving Jonathan Bunce, who goes by the stage and pen name Jonny Dovercourt.

The board says a former Wavelength Music employee recently alleged via social media that Bunce created a hostile work environment during their time with the organization.

It has asked Bunce to stand down as artistic director pending the outcome of an independent, third-party inquiry into the allegations.

Aaron Dawson will fulfill Bunce’s duties until further notice.

The organization plans to continue with its current show schedule, which includes the Camp Wavelength festival on Aug. 18 and 19.

Bunce is a musician and writer who co-founded Wavelength Music in 2000.

He has been the main programmer and organizer for the non-profit arts organization, which was founded as a grassroots, artist-run collective.

Wavelength produces about 20 events per year, including two annual festivals.