53rd Annual Juno Awards 2024.

 


53rd Annual JUNO Awards Week 2024 

first time the awards have been Halifax since 2006

* 90 musicians and groups see their first nominations. 

* 44 Awards Opening Night March 23

*  Overall total 2 Nights of Awards - Handed out 50+ 

and Feist took home her fourteenth JUNO 

* Singer-songwriter Talk is the most-nominated first-timer. 

* Independent rapper Connor Price has the second-most nominations among first-timers. 

* The hip-hop duo Kaytraminé, rapper Aminé & producer Kaytranada, 1st nominations. 

* As a solo artist, Kaytranada has previously won four Junos!

* Arkells were back after 3-peat; 

* the Weeknd won't break Anne Murray's record (yet)

* Men make up more than half of this year's Juno nominees, at 57 per cent.

* While women make up 31 per cent, 

* Non-binary artists make up one per cent. 

* seven of the 10 nominees for the TikTok Juno Fan Choice are men, 

* while pop superstars Charlotte Cardin and Tate McRae are the two women nominated. 

* Indie-pop group Walk Off the Earth is a mixed-gender nominee. 

* the artist of the year category skews predominantly female, with Daniel Caesar the only man among Charlotte Cardin, Lauren Spencer Smith, Shania Twain and Tate McRae.

* Ontario makes up half of nominees - As one of the largest provinces in the country, with one of the most robust music scenes Toronto, Ontario tends to dominate Juno nominations. 

* This year, the province makes up 50 per cent of all Juno nominations. While this is a sizeable number, it does mark a decline since 2020, when CBC Music last analyzed the geography of Juno nominations: that year, Ontario took up 75.6 per cent of all nominations. 

(All calculations exclude the international album of the year nominees.)  

* Quebec has the second-strongest showing with approximately 24 per cent of this year's nominees, thanks to Charlotte Cardin, Alexandra Stréliski, Allison Russell and Rêve. 

* British Columbia comes in third with approximately 10 per cent. 

* The remaining 16 per cent is split among seven other provinces and territories, with Yukon and Newfoundland and Labrador each scoring only one nomination each (blues musician Brandon Isaak and children's act the Swinging Belles, respectively). 

* No artists from Nunavut or Northwest Territories were nominated. 

* The rock album of the year is a category that is historically male dominant: this year's crop is closer to reaching gender parity, with the nominations of Metric, the Beaches and Crown Lands, whose lead singer/drummer Cody Bowles is non-binary. The nominees are rounded out by the Blue Stones and the Glorious Sons. 

Nova Scotian jazz saxophonist Mike Murley and Quebec heavy metal band Voivod are both back with nominations this year, precisely 33 years after they each received their first Juno nominations for best jazz album and best hard rock/metal album, respectively. Over his more than three decades being nominated for Junos, Murley has taken home three awards, and Voivod has won twice.

* While things are looking up in the rock regard, there are three other categories this year that include only men: country album of the year, recording engineer of the year, 

and music video of the year. 

* There are no categories with only women nominated. 

*  TikTok JUNO Fan Choice nominee and rising country star Josh Ross made his JUNO Awards debut with a harmonic performance showcasing his renowned pop-rock-infused style.  Karan Aujla, the British Columbia-based singer, rapper and songwriter joined revered lineup of Canadian musical excellence in Halifax.  Breakaway rock-star, TALK took audiences to another planet with an electrifying eccentric performance after making waves with five first-time JUNO nominations

Searchlight artists who came away with 5 nominations - Former winners and finalists from CBC Music's Searchlight competition, our annual hunt for Canada's next breakout musician, have also fared well this year, combining for a total of five nominations. Edmonton-based Mohawk singer Shawnee Kish took top honours in Searchlight 2020, and has now added two more Juno nominations to her first nomination in 2022: contemporary Indigenous artist of the year, and adult alternative album for her 2023 EP, Revolution.  Scarborough R&B artist Jhyve, who won Searchlight in 2021, earned the second Juno nomination of his career for his record Unbreakable, in the category of traditional R&B/soul recording. Edmonton's Josh Sahunta, a Searchlight top 10 finalist from 2020, scored a nomination in the adult alternative album category this year for his record To Be Loved Vol. 1. Mississauga, Ont., R&B singer Luna Elle, who was the top teen winner for Searchlight last year, nabbed her first nomination for traditional R&B/soul recording.


First-time nominee Talk as well as Grammy-winner Daniel Caesar follow closely behind with five nominations each. Both artists are up for single of the year and album of the year.


As the home for Canadian music, CBC is dedicated to showcasing homegrown artists throughout the year and during JUNO Week. See below for this week’s full schedule of JUNO programming.


JUNO WEEK EVENTS 

MONDAY, MARCH 18

CBC MUSIC LIVE PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS                                                          Recorded in front of a live audience at The Marquee Ballroom in Halifax, audiences can enjoy performances by Jenn Grant and Rose Cousins, hosted by CBC Music’s Odario Williams.  Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 p.m. local time (6:30 NT), with a video version available to stream on CBC Gem.

TUESDAY, MARCH 19

CBC MUSIC LIVE PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS

Recorded in front of a live audience at The Marquee Ballroom in Halifax, audiences can enjoy performances by Reeny and Adam Baldwin, hosted by CBC Music’s Odario Williams.

Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 p.m. local time, with a video version available to stream on CBC Gem.

 

THIS HOUR HAS 22 MINUTES

22 Minutes salutes the JUNOS with special appearances by 2024 JUNOS host Nelly Furtado and JUNO Nominee Amanda Marshall.

Broadcasts on CBC and CBC Gem at 8:00 p.m. local time (8:30 NT)

 

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20

RECLAIMED PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS

Recorded in front of a live audience at The Marquee Ballroom in Halifax, audiences can enjoy performances by DeeDee Austin, Wolf Castle and Morgan Toney, hosted by CBC Music’s Jarrett Martineau.

Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 p.m. local time, with a video version available to stream on CBC Gem.

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 DAY 1 

THE BLOCK PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS

Recorded in front of a live audience at The Marquee Ballroom in Halifax, audiences can enjoy performances by Jah'Mila and Aquakultre, hosted by CBC Music’s Angeline Tetteh-Wayoe.

Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 p.m. local time, with a video version available to stream on CBC Gem.

THURSDAY MARCH  21 Day 1 JUNO Kick-Off Concert Powered by Support4Culture

at Foundation North Parking Lot, next to Waterfront Warehouse at 1549 Lower Water Street.  It featured Classified's "Welcome to the Maritimes" set featuring David Myles, JRDN, O'Sound, and special guests celebrating his catalogue of hits. The night kicked off with a tribute to Mi'kmaq culture featuring City Natives followed by PEI's Joce Reyome, North Preston's own Reeny, and closing with International Ambassador for DJ Culture, Skratch Bastid.

THURSDAY MARCH 21 Day 1 JUNOS STORIES FROM THE STUDIO 

Presented by Halifax Public Libraries - Paul O’Regan Hall at Halifax Central Library 7PM.  

A keynote conversation with a JUNO Award-nominated engineer, producer, or special guests. This event gave audiences a look into the creative process behind Canada’s iconic songs/albums.  Panelists were Hill Kourkoutis, Joel Stouffer, Sam Avant, Wondagurl  Tickets for this event were once again sold out!


THURS. MARCH  21 Day 1 1st ever - JUNO Block Party Held March 21, 22, and 23

Presented by FACTOR 6PM 

What a night! Classified, Skratch Bastid, and more turned up the energy at the JUNO Block Party Presented byThe Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings (FACTOR), JUNO Kick-off Concert Powered by Support4Culture.

📸 CARAS/James Bennett & Ryan Bolton

At the Foundation North Parking Lot, next to Waterfront Warehouse at 1549 Lower Water Street, Five-time JUNO nominee TALK, and Breakthrough Group of the Year Nominee Good Kid make their live Halifax debuts, alongside Dizzy and rising star, Nova Scotian alt-pop artist, Maggie Andrew.  Was an electrifying 3 nights, the first-ever JUNO Block Party was presented by FACTOR and featured a diverse range of Canadian talent and emerging artists who commanded the spotlight and delivered unforgettable performances BY Classified, David Myles, O'Sound, Jrdn, City Natives, Joce Reyome, Reeny and Skratch Bastid — it was also free. Fans experienced a concert-style showcase featuring some of their favorite musicians and JUNO-nominated artists.  $1 of each ticket sold was donated to MusiCounts. 



FRIDAY MARCH 22 Day 2 JUNO SONGWRITERS’ CIRCLE Presented by SOCAN and FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada Light House Arts Centre 7:30pm.  This unique event striped away the layers of production to present the essence of music in its purest form: the song itself. The evening promised candid conversations, acoustic performances, and unforgettable connections between artists and audience were priceless. Whether you're a dedicated music aficionado, an aspiring songwriter, or simply curious about the stories behind your favourite tunes, this event promised and delivered an evening of genuine connection and unforgettable melodic performances. Indulged in an evening of musical authenticity at the JUNO Songwriters' Circle with performers like Begonia, Dominique Fils-Aimé, Jeremy Dutcher, Leith Ross, Luna Elle, Matt Andersen, Rêve and William Prince. Tickets for this event were once again  sold out.


FRIDAY, MARCH 22 Day 2 Q WITH TOM POWER

Join host Tom Power for a sit-down interview with 2024 JUNOs host Nelly Furtado. she’ll talk about returning to the 53rd annual JUNO Awards as a host and how she’s grown over 25 years in music. Broadcasts on CBC Radio One and CBC Listen at 10 a.m. local time (10:30 NT). The Nelly Furtado interview will also be available on CBC News: The National at 10 p.m. (9:30 NT) on CBC TV and CBC Gem.

++ JUNO BLOCK PARTY Presented by FACTOR Foundation North Parking 6pm.


FRI MARCH 22 Day 2  JUNO COMEDY SHOW Presented by SiriusXM Canada Alderney Landing 8pm.

Canadians are seriously funny people. The JUNO Comedy Show Presented by SiriusXM Canada was an exceptional event, with home-grown comedians delivering the side-splitting sets that earned them Comedy Album of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada. From up-and-comers who have only just been discovered to grizzled vets who know how to work a room, laughs were plentiful. Hosted by Travis Lindsay with performers like  Derek Seguin, Graham Clark, Kyle Brownrigg, Laurie Elliott.


FRIDAY MARCH 22 Day 2 & SATURDAY MARCH 23 Day 3 - JUNOFEST Presented by CBC Music Various venues and times.

100 Artists 10+ Venues, 2 Nights and 1 Wristband. 

JUNOfest took over intimate stages and bustling pubs across Halifax. Jam-packed nights, JUNOfest presented by CBC Music talent, of all genres once again took over music venues across Halifax. Featuring more than 100 artists, the two nights showcasing talent from across the country, ranging from indie all-stars to dynamic jazz ensembles. 


Friday night's lineup included: Begonia, Behrooz Mihankhah Quartet, Brett Matthews, Caity Gyorgy, Christine Jensen, CJ Wiley, Cloverdale, Dave Sampson, DJ Nasty Nuck, Elyse Aeryn, Fame Diet, Haliey Smith, Jah'Mila, JJ Rock, Jhyve, Josh Sahunta, Julian Taylor, Leanne Hoffman, Lili-Ann De Francesco, Logan Staats, Lyra, Mattmac, Misstress Barbara, Morgan Toney, Nate Haller, Okay TK, Omega Mighty, Percwerk, Quote the Raven, Red River Ramblers, Reeny, Rêve, Rich Aucoin, Rich Kidd, Russ Macklem, Russell!, Shawnee Kish, Skratch Bastid, Swee, T. Thomason, Terra Spencer, the Bearhead Sisters, the East Pointers, TRP.P, Veev, Vince the Messenger, Zamani and Zoon.


Saturday March 23 8-1130pm

In association with 96.5 The Breeze held at The CARLETON - Taryn Kawaja, The Gilberts, Raymond Sewell, Blue Moon Marquee Duo and The Good Lovelies


Saturday March 23 1-235pm

At St Matthew's United Church: Essential Opera, Cheng2 Duo, Jennifer King, Matt Haimovitz.


Saturday March 23 730-11pm

At Sanctuary Arts Centre: Aphrose, Noah Malcom, Gary Beals, Joce Reyome, and Daniel James McFadyen.


Saturday March 23 in Association  9pm to 150 am with Q104 at Seahorse Tavern:

Norter, Pillow Fite, Ballsy, SoftCult, Ken Mode, and Skunk Hotel.


Saturday March 23 at ROX Live 9pm to 150am:  DJ Velvet, aRENYE, Jessie Simmons, EverythingOShauN, Kayo, and Certified Bad Boys.


Saturday March 23 CBC MUSIC SHOWCASE 9PM TO 215AM at PACIFICO:

Nicole Ariana, J Hutton, Lisa LeBlanc, Ammoye, Kizaba, Troy Power and Sister Rickii.


Saturday March 23 at HIDE AND SEEK 10pm to 330am  

Rami Nassif, Joanna Magik, Smalltown DJs, Sydney Blu, and Greg Gow.


SATURDAY MARCH 23 Day 3 MAINSTREET WITH JEFF DOUGLAS

CBC Nova Scotia host Jeff Douglas celebrates the 2024 JUNOS with a special Atlantic-wide show with industry insiders and musical performances, live from the Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Halifax.  Broadcasts on CBC Radio One and CBC Listen from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. AT (3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. NT)


SATURDAY MARCH 23 Day 3 MARVINS’ ROOM PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS

Recorded in front of a live audience at The Marquee Ballroom in Halifax, audiences can enjoy performances by Zamani Folade and Gary Beals, hosted by CBC Music’s Jemini.  Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 p.m. local time, with a video version available to stream on CBC Gem.


SATURDAY, MARCH 23 Day 3 HONOURING CEREMONY Presented by Destination Indigenous Kenneth C. Rowe Hall at Pier 21 12pm Doors | 1pm Ceremony was the In The Spirit of Tradition where over hundreds of Indigenous cultures thriving within Canada were recognized and celebrated. Saw appearances and performances featuring 2024 JUNO nominees. 


SATURDAY MARCH 23 Day 3 THE 2024 JUNO OPENING NIGHT AWARDS hosted by anchor on This Hour Has 22 Minutes' Aba Amuquandoh and CBC Music's Damhnait Doyle and Presented by Music Canada at Halifax Convention Centre.  Exclusive industry event presented 44 JUNO Awards including the prestigious Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award.  Performances by several of this year's Juno nominees will take the stage, including: adult alternative album of the year nominee Begonia; contemporary and traditional R&B/soul recording of the year nominee Aqyila; reggae recording of the year nominee Jah'Mila; and single and breakthrough artist of the year nominee Lu Kala. 2023/2024 Allan Slaight Juno Master Class recipient Lili-Ann De Francesco also performed


Electric performances and award presentations from new faces like:

Aqyila, Begonia, Jah'mila with Wolf and Wendy McIssac and Morgan Toney on fiddles, Lili-Ann De Francesco, Lu Kala and treasured favourites as well as winners of coveted JUNO statuettes for: The Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award, and 44 JUNO Awards


Artists and Professionals we lost in 2023-2024

were remembered.  https://www.facebook.com/100063892402067/videos/780665186950622/


SiriusXM Canada and MusiCounts announce community fund for Canadian youth.  SiriusXM celebrates new program by partnering with icon Kardinal Offishall to open the SiriusXM Soundwaves Music Store, gifting free instruments and musical equipment to children in Toronto.

SiriusXM Canada today announced a new partnership with MusiCounts, Canada's leading music education charity to launch SiriusXM Soundwaves: A MusiCounts Community Fund. The program is the evolution of the MusiCounts Community Music Program and will help support youth music programs across Canada with grants of up to $20,000 for instruments, equipment and resources provided to community groups or not-for-profit organizations.


To celebrate and bring awareness to the importance of community music making in Canada, SiriusXM is opening the SiriusXM Soundwaves Music Store.  with renowned Canadian rapper, producer, music executive, TV personality and philanthropist Kardinal Offishall playing host. The Music Store will open to the public between 3:00PM – 6:00PM EST, welcoming youth under the age of 16 to select a free instrument or piece of equipment to support their musical journey and is located at 1604 Queen Street West, Toronto*.


"I've seen firsthand the transformational power of music and it’s a thrill for me to be here with SiriusXM and MusiCounts to see kids pick out a brand-new instrument to help them explore their musical self-expression," said Kardinal. "This program is not just about creating artists; it's about nurturing creativity and self-confidence among young people.”


This initiative is consistent with SiriusXM Canada’s passion for promoting and elevating Canadian artists and emerging talent through its significant financial contributions and North American-wide reach. SiriusXM Canada is a longstanding supporter of MusiCounts, having donated more than $2 million over the last 15 years, and through the fund will seek to raise awareness of the importance of music education across Canada, and to support and empower youth.


“We are thrilled to celebrate our partnership with MusiCounts and host the SiriusXM Soundwaves Music Store, which aligns with our commitment to support the vibrancy and diversity of Canadian music,” said Rob Keen, SVP, Sales, Marketing & CCD, SiriusXM Canada. “Making music and music education programs more accessible at the community level across the country is an investment we are proud to make to develop the next generation of Canadian musical talent.”


Kristy Fletcher, President of MusiCounts, shared her enthusiasm for this partnership. "Music has the power to transform the lives of young people, which is why the MusiCounts partnership with SiriusXM is so crucial. Through this partnership, we will be able to support music programs across Canada, ensuring kids who need it most have access to music-making in their communities.”


The fund strives to make music education at the community level accessible to youth in need, who wouldn’t otherwise have a chance to learn to make music. Community programs often satisfy children’s unique needs: cultural representation and celebration, music therapy, language preservation, and more. As funding for music programs continues to decrease across the country, this partnership will help bridge gaps, create opportunities, and make music more accessible to young people across the country.


To learn more about SiriusXM and MusiCounts’ partnership, please visit www.siriusxm.ca/musicounts. A special thanks to Long & McQuade Musical Instruments.


JUNO BLOCK PARTY Presented by FACTOR Foundation North Parking Lot 6pm at1549 Lower Water Street. $1 of each ticket sold was donated to MusiCounts.  Block Party's second night will feature Talk, Good Kid, Dizzy and Maggie Andrew, and the third night will see performances from James Barker Band, Tyler Joe Miller, Dave Sampson, Sacha and special guests. Tickets for Friday and Saturday nights are $35 each.

SUN MAR 24 Day 4 JUNIOR JUNOS Presented by Halifax Public Libraries & Paul O’Regan Hall at Halifax Central Library 11am.  This show was located at the Halifax Central Library at 5440 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS, inside Paul O' Regan Hall, Junior JUNOS is a family-friendly event featuring performances by the 2024 JUNO Nominees for Children’s Album of the Year. Hosted by CBC Kids' Tony Kim and Gary the Unicorn, fans of all ages were invited to experience a morning filled with music and storytelling! This is the gathering place for people and ideas, enabling a lifetime of learning, engagement and possibility, making it the perfect venue for music’s biggest little fans. Hosted by CBC Kids’ Tony Kim with performers from the 2024 Juno nominees for children's album of the year: Ginalina, Splash N' Boots, the Swinging Belles and a virtual performance by ABC Sing Song. 


SUNDAY, MARCH 24 Day 4 JUNO SONGWRITERS’ CIRCLE Presented by SOCAN and FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada.  Taped in front of a live audience from Halifax’s LightHouse Arts Centre on Friday, March 22, the 2024 JUNO nominees join CBC Music host Damhnait Doyle in Halifax for a unique event that stripped away the layers of production to present the essence of music in its purest form: the song itself. Heard candid conversations, acoustic performances, and unforgettable connections from SONG-WRITER’S CIRCLE 2024 Broadcasted March 24 6pmh.  Tis year's showcase featured personal anecdotes and.unbuttoned performances from some of Canada's top lyricists and 2024 Juno nominees:

Adult alternative album of the year nominee Begonia.

Vocal jazz album of the year nominee Dominique Fils-Aimé.

Adult alternative album of the year nominee Jeremy Dutcher.

Traditional R&B/soul recording of the year nominee Katie Tupper.

Traditional R&B/soul recording of the year nominee Luna Elle.

Blues album of the year nominee Matt Andersen.

Pop album of the year nominee Rêve.

Songwriter and contemporary roots album of the year nominee William Prince


SUNDAY MARCH 24 Day 4 THE 2024 JUNO AWARDS BROADCAST

Hosted by music icon Nelly Furtado, Canada’s Biggest Night in Music at Scotiabank Centre featured the presentation of various JUNO Awards and performances by Canada’s hottest artists live from Halifax for the 53rd annual celebration of Canada’s top musicians, singers, songwriters, producers, and more.  Broadcasted live on CBC, CBC Gem, CBC Radio and CBC at 8 p.m. ET (5 PT/ 6 MT/ 7 CT/ 9 AT / 9:30 NT) with encore broadcasts on CBC TV in PT and MT time zones at 8 p.m.. In addition to described video and closed captioning CBC Gem will also offer ASL interpretation made available courtesy of the Disability Screen Office, CBC and Insight Productions with the support from the Canada Media Fund.


   On Sunday, March 24 the 53rd Annual JUNO Awards broadcast featured performances by Jeremy Dutcher and Elisapie with fiery Mi'kmaq fiddler Moran Toney featuring artistic creator Sarah Prosper, Josh Ross, Karan Aujla, TALK and special performances by Alexandra Stréliski, Allison Russell and Aysanabee paying homage to legendary artist Karl Tremblay, Gordon Lightfoot and Robbie Robertson.  As previously mentioned the other performers were The Beaches, Charlotte Cardin, Nelly Furtado. As well, producer and composer Ikky, who made a broadcast appearance as did Maestro Fresh Wes to commemorate his induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.   

 "When I began my journey into rap there were only a few of us finding success in the genre and it was a struggle to find a place for our music," he said in a statement on Tuesday.  "It's a full circle moment for me to be honored with this award that recognizes my life's work. I'm grateful to have helped pave the way for younger Canadian artists and I can't wait to celebrate in Halifax," shared Maestro Fresh Wes regarding his 1989 debut Symphony in Effect which was the first certified platinum album by a Black Canadian artist.


THE JUNO AWARDS AFTER PARTY IN SUPPORT OF MUSICOUNTS with proceeds going towards the MusiCounts School Music Funding programs, which help the next generation of great Canadian artists and industry professionals get their start at locals like Hide + Seek, The Loft, The Dome +Grafton Connor Complex at 11:30 featured live entertainment on two exclusive stages, this was a party! 


MONDAY, MARCH, 25 CBC MUSIC MORNINGS WITH DAMHNAIT DOYLE

Host Damhnait Doyle is live from Halifax, looking back at Canada’s biggest night in music. Hear interviews with 2024 JUNO winners and nominees, as well as some of the top music headlines to come out of Halifax’s JUNO week.  Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 a.m. local time (6:30 NT)


COMMOTION WITH ELAMIN ABDELMAHMOUD

Featuring a panel live from Halifax, host Elamin Abdelmahmoud brings together music critics from across the country to recap the wins and surprises of the 2024 JUNO awards. Broadcasts on CBC Radio One and CBC Listen at 11 a.m. local time (11:30 NT)


"It's such an important night," she said. "I just think Canada does such a great job creating our own really potent music industry."  The Victoria native is enjoying performing again after a few years away from the limelight. "I'm loving it," she told CBC News. "Sometimes when I'm on stage, it feels like a huge karaoke and we're all just having a party."  Furtado hosted the 2007 edition of the Canadian music awards in Saskatoon. That year, she also swept all five categories she was nominated in.  She had her first concert in five years in Australia on New Year's Eve last year, and in September released Keep Going Up, a new collaboration with producer Timbaland and Justin Timberlake.  Nelly Furtado continued to share, that she started to find her voice again at studio sessions with her oldest daughter, and that another big moment in her comeback was being invited up on stage by Drake at OVO Fest in Toronto in 2022, where she sang sections from Promiscuous and Like a Bird.  "I hadn't been on stage in so long that it took all my courage to just do it on such short notice," she said.  There have been some pretty long gaps between Furtado's albums and appearances in the past. She says getting back to performing has reminded her that music is what she does for a living. "I forgot about that for a while. I forgot that that was my job. So now I'm having fun doing my job again," she said. In addition to Furtado, the show will feature performances from Toronto rock group the Beaches and Charlotte Cardin, who took home four Juno's in 2022.  


New changes for Juno submissions:  This year, there are three changes that applicants should be aware of, surrounding AI artificial intelligence, as well as the producer of the year and album artwork of the year.


Projects using artificial intelligence: AI: Elements of AI can be used in eligible projects for Juno contention, but humans must be the primary creative contributors of the work that is submitted. Only humans are eligible to be nominated in any Juno category, according to the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.


Producer of the year category changes: Artists applying for the producer of the year category must have produced at least four tracks that fall within the eligibility dates. 


Album artwork of the year category expansion: The art that is eligible for album artwork of the year will now also include digital streaming multimedia.


Drake revealed the cover for his upcoming album drawn by his 5-year-old son.


PERFORMERS Julian Taylor, Logan Staats, Shawnee Kish, and William Prince joined Alexandra Streliski, Allison Russell and Aysanabee for a special tribute performance at The 2024 JUNO Awards.


What an impressive lineup of talented performers March 24 .  Nelly Furtado: The 10-time Juno-winning pop singer kicked off the event with a medley of her hits and also hosted the main awards ceremony.

Alexandra Stréliski: Known for her mesmerizing instrumental music, Alexandra paid homage to Karl Tremblay (the iconic lead singer of Les Cowboys Fringants) in a joint performance with Allison Russell and Aysanabee.

Allison Russell: A Grammy-winning artist and master storyteller, Allison weaved her tales through her music during the Juno Awards. Aysanabee: A part of the tribute performance alongside Alexandra Stréliski and Allison Russell, Aysanabee added her unique touch to the stage. Jeremy Dutcher: His powerful performance resonated with the audience, showcasing his incredible talent.  Elisapie also graced the stage, contributing to the captivating musical experience.  These artists, along with previously announced performers like The Beaches, Charlotte Cardin, and Maestro Fresh Wes, made the 2024 Juno Awards a memorable event for music lovers across Canada.


"We're doing more than has ever been done [at the Junos]," explained Fry, who is the co-founder of the Canadian chapter of Music Declares Emergency, an organization that supports musicians and the music industry in reducing their climate impact. Through Music Declares, Fry has been working with the Junos and the City of Halifax to expand the awards' climate action plan, hopefully creating a template for years to come.


Since 2008, the Juno Awards' main focus has been on carbon offsets, in partnership with Bullfrog Power, but this year there's a big focus on alternative transportation, due to the fact that "85 per cent of the emissions connected to live music are related to audience travel and transportation," as Fry pointed out. 

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), the non-profit organization behind the Junos, agreed, and the subcommittee was launched. Among the committee members were Fry, local musician Braden Lam, and folks from Halifax's Energy and Environment Department, which is responsible for HaliFACT, the city's climate action plan and movement.


"It's a good opportunity to really bring the climate and sustainability conversation into the most prominent night in Canadian music," says Fry.


By bus, car, foot or bike

Some of Music Declares Emergency's main work with CARAS and the City of Halifax had a straightforward goal: get people to where they need to go while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With that in mind, there is now a robust list of options.

Free transportation from the airport to downtown Halifax on Friday, March 22, with shuttles left 15 minutes before the hour, every hour, between 9:45 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. A DJ will also be set up at the airport, alongside Music Declares Emergency, to "talk to people about how audience travel is the big thing," said Fry.

Free transportation on Halifax Transit buses for all volunteers for the weekend.

Free Juno shuttle on Friday, March 22, from 5:30 p.m. to midnight, then again on Saturday, March 23, and Sunday, March 24, from noon to midnight, 

to get people between Junofest venues

Halifax Transit ferry service was extended an hour in the evenings from 

Friday through Sunday.

Five electric vehicles were the music industry shuttles and 

red carpet drop-off vehicles from March 21 to 24. 

Nine new and permanent bike racks had been installed around Juno venues around the city, including: Scotiabank Centre, the Light House Arts Centre, the Marquee, the Halifax Central Library, the Carleton, St. Andrew's Church, Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Sanctuary Arts Centre and New Scotland Brewing.

Another focus for the sustainability committee was for Music Declares and the City of Halifax to program the HaliFACT Climate Stage: a free, all-ages outdoor stage set up outside the Halifax Central Library. Powered by solar panels and bike pedaling, it was a carbon neutral stage for its four days of programming. (If you brought your bike down, you could also get a free bike tune-up from the Ecology Action Centre.)


The Climate Stage lineup will include half-hour sets from: 

Thursday, March 21, 5-7 p.m.: Tragedy Ann, Moonfruits, Freya Milliken. 

Friday, March 22, 5-7 p.m.: BASYL, Aleksi Campagne, Donna Grantis. 

Sat, Mar. 23, 2-5:30 p.m.: Apryll Aileen, Electro Jacques Therapy, Housewife, Kristen Martell, DeeDee Austin.

Sunday, March 24, 2-5:30 p.m.: Avery Dakin, Ballsy, Braden Lam, Laura Rae, Moira & Claire. 

Grantis, a Toronto-based guitarist who used to play and record with Prince, also performed at the March 17 Music Declares Emergency climate concert, where the first Canadian Environmental Music Awards were launched. The intersection of music and climate is the artist's sole creative focus right now. 


The 1st Canadian Environmental Music Awards launched at Halifax concert

"I'm here because I really believe in the power of music to inspire new ideas, new feelings and new connections — both with each other, and with the Earth," she said at the concert, after performing work from a project where she's pairing climate activist voices with her own compositions. Her 2023 song, "A Drop in the Bucket," was the first release from that collection, and it features the voice of Tzeporah Berman, chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative.


OPENING THE NIGHT was non other than the legend and Nova Scotia's pride, who still holds the most JUNOS ever at 25 awards, the iconic, Anne Murray, who presented the first award of the night for Album of the Year, which went to The Beaches.

Photo by Deb Draper

ONE OF THE BEST EVER JUNOS in a longgggggg time!

Nelly Fortado blew the roof off with a medley of her hits!

Premier Sponsor: Continuing its tradition of supporting Canadian music and celebrating its fans, Premier Sponsor TD Bank Group was back as a partner of the JUNO Awards for the 13th consecutive year. As part of their on-site activations, TD Fly Past the Line returned for the third consecutive year at Gate B & E of the Broadcast Venue, allowing guests to skip the lines by showing a TD credit or access card. At JUNO Songwriters’ Circle and the JUNO Opening Night Awards, TD offered fans a chance to capture memorable moments with engaging photo opportunities. At the JUNO Awards Broadcast, attendees visited the TD activation in the East concourse to take a photo with the JUNO for the Fans, celebrating everyone who supports Canadian music. Additionally, TD is running a contest for music enthusiasts to win the TD JUNOS Road Case filled with prizes from JUNO Broadcast performers, included merchandise, vinyl records, and autographed items. Maestro Fresh Wes served as the spokesperson for the campaign, featured in an online video created for the contest.

TD is also proud to continue the TD JUNOS Submissions Access Program for a third year, supporting independent Canadian artists from underrepresented communities by covering their submission fees for the 2024 JUNO Awards. This year, the program received over 400 applications and resulted in 12 nominations, providing close to $75,000 in funds to independent and underrepresented artists. The program aims to surpass last year’s total of 3 JUNO Award winners.

Lastly, for the fourth year in a row, at The 2024 JUNO Awards Broadcast, TD presented the Canadian Music Hall of Fame Induction and Performance, this year honouring Maestro Fresh Wes, as well as host the TD Zone where select JUNO Submissions Access Program Nominees got to watch acts of the show from backstage.

2024 JUNO SPECIAL AWARD-WINNERS ARE:

HUMANITARIAN AWARD  TEGAN and SARA for their enormous charitable achievements. Academy Award®-nominated actor, writer, producer, director, and Halifax native, Elliot Page, will present the honor live on The JUNO Awards Broadcast. 

CANADIAN MUSIC HALL OF FAME - MAESTRO FRESH WES - The inductee intro was perfection as always, with the free flowing smooth as glass poet and hip hop legend, Toronto's Kardinal Official.  Since its inception in 1978, the Canadian Music Hall of Fame has celebrated over 50 Canadian individuals and groups who have attained commercial success while having an artistic impact on the music scene at home and/or around the world.  Often hailed as the “Godfather of Canadian Hip-Hop”, Maestro Fresh Wes stands as a pioneering force in the Canadian music scene, forging a path for hip-hop and rap in Canada at a time when none existed.  Born Wesley Williams in 1968 to Guyanese parents in Scarborough, Ontario, Maestro Fresh Wes’s interest in music began early in life. The oldest of three children, he was raised in a musical household where he enjoyed writing poetry and playing the piano. At 11, Maestro Fresh Wes discovered his passion for rapping after listening to his father’s copy of Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight.”  Influenced by iconic figures like Grandmaster Flash and Kurtis Blow from the New York rap scene, Maestro Fresh Wes began breakdancing and rapping with the hope of making it a full-time career. By the age of 15, he had already become a skilled DJ and rapper performing under the name Melody MC. After appearing on the hip-hop radio show Fantastic Voyage in 1982, he joined forces with rapper Ebony MC and
the two began performing locally as Vision Crew.

In 1988, Maestro Fresh Wes embarked on a solo career, adopting his now-famous moniker. It was during this time that he met Farley “Flex” Fridal, a young promoter who soon became his manager. Collaborating with DJ LTD under Fridal, Maestro Fresh Wes started recording and releasing independent demos. Among his releases was the track that would soon become one of the most successful and influential Canadian songs of all time, “Let Your Backbone Slide."  After being signed by New York-based label LMR, Maestro Fresh Wes released his debut album, Symphony in Effect. A monumental success, the lead single, “Let Your Backbone Slide,” soared to No. 10 on the RPM Canadian Singles Chart and became the first Canadian hip-hop single to chart in the Top 40. Symphony in Effect became the first Canadian rap album to receive platinum certification.

In 1990, “Let Your Backbone Slide” received its first JUNO nomination. The single was recognized for Best Dance Recording, a result of the lack of dedicated rap JUNO categories at the time. However, the song’s immense popularity and the growing influence of Black music in Canada prompted the JUNOS to establish the Best Rap Recording category in 1991. This decision marked a significant milestone, with Maestro Fresh Wes making history as the award’s inaugural winner.   Following his groundbreaking debut, Maestro Fresh Wes released his sophomore album, Black Tie Affair. This album showcased his versatility, featuring tracks like the ska-influenced “Conductin’ Thangs” and the socially conscious “Nothin’ At All.” Black Tie Affair not only displayed Maestro Fresh Wes’s artistic range but also garnered him his 7th and 8th JUNO Award nominations in 1992.  Over the next several years Maestro Fresh Wes continued to make music, releasing two more studio albums. In 1999, he unveiled his fifth album, Built to Last, featuring fellow Toronto hip-hop artists Choclair and Ghetto Concept. The lead single “Stick to your Vision” became a Top 40 hit with the album earning a JUNO nomination for Best Rap Recording.

During the 2000s, Maestro Fresh Wes balanced performing with a successful acting career, directing his focus toward the latter. He secured roles in various TV series, earning acclaim for his work. In 2009, his performance in The Movie Network series The Line earned him a Gemini Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Shortly after he landed a prominent role as a high school teacher in Gerry Dee’s widely acclaimed CBC comedy series Mr. D.  In 2010, Maestro Fresh Wes ventured into the world of writing, co-authoring the self-help memoir Stick to Your Vision: How to Get Past the Hurdles & Haters to Get Where You Want to Be alongside his wife, Tamara Hendricks-Williams. He later released his second book, a successful children’s story titled Young Maestro Goes to School, which inspired two JUNO Award-nominated albums in the Children’s Album of the Year category.  Over the course of his 40-year career, Maestro Fresh Wes has excelled as an actor, author, and motivational speaker all while remaining a prominent figure in Canadian hip-hop. With numerous achievements, including 14 JUNO nominations, JUNO Award wins for Best Rap Recording of the Year and Best Video, and his induction into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, Maestro Fresh Wes continues to shape  inspire next generation.  'HIP'NOTIC PERFORMCE TO BOOT!

WALT GREALIS SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - CHIP SUTHERLANDThis distinguished honor recognizes individuals whose work has significantly impacted the growth and development of the Canadian music industry. The award is named after the legendary Canadian publisher and co-founder of The JUNO Awards. The award was presented to Sutherland at the JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada on Saturday, March 23 at the Halifax Convention Centre in Halifax, NS.  Chip Sutherland’s journey began in Montreal, but it was in Belleville, Ontario, that he spent his formative years. Graduating with a BA from Trent University in 1985, he continued his academic pursuits at Dalhousie’s Schulich School of Law in Halifax, obtaining his degree in 1988.

While carving his path as a commercial litigation specialist at Patterson Kitz, focusing on education law, Chip showcased his versatile talents as the drummer for the acclaimed east coast band “BlackPool” – named ECMA’s Pop Rock Artist of the year in 1990. Simultaneously, he co-authored the bestselling textbook “Teachers and the Law: A Practical Guide for Educators,” a testament to his expertise in education law.

In 1992, Chip entered the commercial music industry when he negotiated a record deal for Sloan with Geffen Records in Los Angeles. This marked the beginning of his managerial career, as he took on the management of Sloan and later co-managed The Rankin Family until their retirement. As the explosion of interest in Atlantic Canadian artists unfolded in the early ’90s, Chip found himself representing prominent bands like Jale, Thrush Hermit, Ashley MacIsaac, and Great Big Sea.  This soon spread to other artists across Canada such as Rheostatics and Spirit of the West.

His influence expanded further in 1994 when Deane Cameron invited him to join the Board of CARAS, becoming the first-ever director from Atlantic Canada. Serving as Vice President until 2000, he oversaw the transition to live shows and initiated the Music Counts Program.

In 2001, Chip embarked on another groundbreaking venture, spearheading the development of the Radio Starmaker Fund. Starting from scratch he guided the design of a cutting-edge web-based platform that focused on Artist centered funding and live touring support. This was all accomplished with the enthusiastic support and flexibility of the CRTC as well as a diverse Board of Directors representing all segments and regions of the music industry. As its Executive Director since 2005, he has played a pivotal role in distributing $170 million over the past 23 years, making the fund a cornerstone of the Canadian music industry’s funding ecosystem.

Beyond his accomplishments, Chip’s influence extends to artist representation. Since 2004, he has served as Feist’s Lawyer and co-manager, achieving great success with the album “The Reminder.” His managerial portfolio has since expanded to include Alvvays and Mustafa Ahmed, showcasing his ongoing commitment to shaping musical careers.

In 2012, Chip was entrusted by legendary music industry lawyer Donald Passman to co-author a Canadian edition of “All You Need to Know about the Music Business.” A devoted father of two, Kate and Will, Chip divides his time between Halifax and Antigonish, Nova Scotia. Outside the music industry, he is a fervent wilderness canoeist, fly fisherman, and river conservationist. Chip Sutherland’s impact on the Canadian music scene is not only enduring but continues to shape the industry’s landscape.

 TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER IS recognized and celebrates the accomplishments of 18 music teachers across Canada, who strive to preserve the livelihood of music education in their schools and communities.  Award Nominees                                          
Zeda Ali - Sunnyview Middle School, Brampton, ON    
Robert Bailey - École Charlie Killam School, Camrose, AB                                                Élisabeth Bouchard-Bernier - École Des Explorateurs, Malartic, QC                  Sarah Comerford - Macdonald Drive Junior High, St. John’s, NL                   Stephen Richardson - École St. Joseph, Yellowknife, NT             

                                                

                         

Award Sponsors for the 2024 JUNO Awards include: TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Single of the Year Presented by YouTube, Album of the Year Presented by Music Canada, Artist of the Year Presented by Siruius XM Canada, Group of the year Presented by Sirius XM Canada, Breakthrough Artist of the Year Presented by FACTOR, The Government of Canada and Canada's Private Radio Broadcaster, Breakthrough Group of the Year presented by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada's Private Radio Broadcasters, Songwriter of the Year Presented by SOCAN, Adult Alternative Album of the Year Presented by Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, Jack Richardson Producer of the Year Presented by Audio-Technica.  Electronic Album of the Year Presented by Nissan and Comedy Album of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada and Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year Presented by Destination Indigenous.

2024 JUNO Award Winners

WINNERS HIGHLIGHTED IN RED.

TIKTOK JUNO FAN CHOICE | JUNO TIKTOK CHOIX DU PUBLIC

Charlotte Cardin Cult Nation*The Orchard
Daniel Caesar Republic*Universal
DVBBS Ultra*Sony
Josh Ross Universal
Karan Aujla Warner
Shubh Independent
Tate McRae RCA*Sony
The Weeknd XO*Universal
ThxSoMch Elektra*Warner
Walk off the Earth Golden Carrot*The Orchard

 

SINGLE OF THE YEAR | SINGLE DE L’ANNÉE - PRESENTED BY YOUTUBE | (PRÉSENTÉ PAR YOUTUBE)

Confetti Charlotte Cardin Cult Nation*The Orchard
Always Daniel Caesar Republic*Universal
Pretty Girl Era LU KALA LVK/Amigo Records*AWAL
A Little Bit Happy TALK Capitol*Universal
Greedy - Tate McRae RCA*Sony

 

INTERNATIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM INTERNATIONAL DE L’ANNÉE

Gettin’ Old Luke Combs River House/Columbia*Sony
HEROES & VILLAINS Metro Boomin Boominati*Universal
One Thing At A Time Morgan Wallen Big Loud/Republic*Universal
SOS - SZA Top Dawg/RCA*Sony
1989 (Taylor’s Version) Taylor Swift Taylor Swift*Universal

ALBUM OF YEAR  | ALBUM DE L’ANNÉE PRESENTED BY MUSIC CANADA | PRÉSENTÉ PAR MUSIC CANADA

Néo-Romance Alexandra Stréliski Secret City*F.A.B.
99 Nights Charlotte Cardin Cult Nation*The Orchard  
NEVER ENOUGH Daniel Caesar Republic*Universal
Mirror Lauren Spencer Smith Universal
Lord of the Flies & Birds & Bees TALK Capitol*Universal


ARTIST OF THE YEAR | ARTISTE DE L’ANNÉE PRESENTED BY SIRIUSXM CANADA | PRÉSENTÉ PAR SIRIUSXM CANADA

Charlotte Cardin Cult Nation*The Orchard
Daniel Caesar Republic*Universal
Lauren Spencer Smith Universal
Shania Twain Republic*Universal
Tate McRae RCA*Sony

 

GROUP OF THE YEAR | GROUPE DE L’ANNÉE PRESENTED BY SIRIUSXM CANADA | PRÉSENTÉ PAR SIRIUSXM CANADA

Arkells Arkells Music*Universal
Loud Luxury Armada*Sony
Nickelback BMG*Warner/ADA
The Beaches AWAL*Independent
Walk off the Earth Golden Carrot*The Orchard

 

BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST OF THE YEAR | RÉVÉLATION DE L’ANNÉE (ARTISTE) - PRESENTED BY FACTOR, THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND CANADA’S PRIVATE RADIO BROADCASTERS | PRÉSENTÉ PAR FACTOR, LE GOUVERNEMENT DU CANADA ET L’ASSOCATION CANADIENNE DES RADIODIFFUSEURS

Connor Price Independent
Karan Aujla Warner
LU KALA LVK/Amigo*AWAL
Shubh Independent
TALK Capitol*Universal

 

BREAKTHROUGH GROUP OF THE YEAR | RÉVÉLATION DE L’ANNÉE (GROUPE) - PRESENTED BY FACTOR, THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND CANADA’S PRIVATE RADIO BROADCASTERS | PRÉSENTÉ PAR FACTOR, LE GOUVERNEMENT DU CANADA ET L’ASSOCATION CANADIENNE DES RADIODIFFUSEURS

Busty and the Bass Arts & Crafts*Universal
Crash Adams Warner
Good Kid Good People*The Orchard
Men I Trust Independent
New West Republic*Universal

 

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR | AUTEUR-COMPOSITEUR DE L’ANNÉE PRESENTED BY SOCAN | PRÉSENTÉ PAR SOCA

Allison Russell: "Eve Was Black" (co-songwriters Drew Lindsay, JT Nero); "Stay Right Here" (co-songwriters Drew Lindsay, JT Nero); "The Returner" (co-songwriters JT Nero).
Aysanabee: "Alone" (co-songwriters Ali Willa Milner, Charlie McClean); "Here and Now" (co-songwriters Ali Willa Milner, Derek Hoffman); "Somebody Else" (co-songwriters Derek Hoffman, Sean Sroka). 
Charlotte Cardin, Jason Brando and Lubalin: "Confetti;" "Daddy's a Psycho" (co-songwriters Aaron Paris, Harper Gordon); "Jim Carrey" (co-songwriter Mathieu Sénéchal).
Nicholas Durocher (Talk) and Connor Riddell: "Afraid of the Dark" (co-songwriters Eric Allen Palmquist, Joshua Speers); "A Little Bit Happy" (co-songwriters Brandon Colbein, Jussi Karvinen, Justin Tranter); "Wasteland" (co-songwriters Brandon Colbein, Justin Tranter and Sam Homaee). 
William Prince: "Broken Heart of Mine;" "Easier and Harder:' "When You Miss Someone."

COUNTRY ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM COUNTRY DE L’ANNÉE

The Compass Project – South Album Brett Kissel Big Star*Universal
Right Round Here Dean Brody Starseed*Stem
Do It Anyway Jade Eagleson Starseed*Stem
Ahead Of Our Time James Barker Band RECORDS/Columbia*Sony
Spillin’ My Truth Tyler Joe Miller MDM*Universal


ADULT ALTERNATIVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ADULTE ALTERNATIF DE L’ANNÉE - PRESENTED BY LONG & MCQUADE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS | PRÉSENTÉ PAR LONG & MCQUADE INSTRUMENTS DE MUSIQUE

Powder Blue Begonia Birthday Cake*The Orchard
Multitudes Feist Universal
Are We Good Hayden Arts & Crafts*Universal
Motewolonuwok Jeremy Dutcher Secret City*F.A.B.
Revolution Shawnee Kish Amelia*Symphonic

 

ALTERNATIVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ALTERNATIF DE L’ANNÉE

Here and Now Aysanabee Ishkōdé*Universal
Dizzy Dizzy Royal Mountain*Universal
To Learn Leith Ross Republic*Universal
See You In The Dark Softcult Easy Life*The Orchard
Lord of the Flies & Birds & Bees TALK Capitol*Universal

 

POP ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM POP DE L’ANNÉE

99 Nights Charlotte Cardin Cult Nation*The Orchard
Mirror Lauren Spencer Smith Universal
Saturn Return Rêve 31 East*Universal
Queen Of Me Shania Twain Republic*Universal
Lost In Translation Valley Universal

 

ROCK ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ROCK DE L’ANNÉE

Fearless Crown Lands Universal
Formentera II Metric Metric Music*Thirty Tigers/The Orchard
Blame My Ex The Beaches AWAL*Independent
Pretty Monster The Blue Stones MNRK*Outside
Glory The Glorious Sons TGS*Warner

 

VOCAL JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE JAZZ VOCAL DE L’ANNÉE

Songwriter Alex Bird & Ewen Farncombe Independent
You’re Alike, You Two Caity Gyorgy & Mark Limacher La Reserve*Independent/The Orchard
Little Bit a’ Love Denielle Bassels Independent
Our Roots Run Deep Dominique Fils-Aimé Ensoul*F.A.B./Believe
Your Requests Laila Biali Empress*Independent/Believe

 

JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR (SOLO) | ALBUM DE JAZZ DE L’ANNÉE (SOLO)

Day Moon Christine Jensen Justin Time*F.A.B./Nettwerk
Walls Made of Glass Gentiane MG TPR*Propagande/A-Train
Sonic Bouquet Jocelyn Gould Independent
Twelve Noam Lemish TPR*Independent/A-Train
The South Detroit Connection Russ Macklem TQM*Independent/IDLA

 

JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR (GROUP) | ALBUM DE JAZZ DE L’ANNÉE (GROUPE)

  • Migrations, Allison Au with the Migrations Ensemble
  • Septology-The Black Forest Session, Canadian Jazz Collective
  • Cry Me a River, Hilario Duran and His Latin Jazz Big Band
  • Recent History, Mike Murley & Mark Eisenman Quartet
  • Convergence, Nick Maclean Quartet feat. Brownman Ali 

 

INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM INSTRUMENTAL DE L’ANNÉE

Néo-Romance Alexandra Stréliski Secret City* F.A.B.
When we were that what wept for the sea Colin Stetson 52 Hz
Calibrating Friction Haralabos [Harry] Stafylakis New Amsterdam*Naxos
Fourth Album Markus Floats Constellation*Secretly
Tesseract Meredith Bates Phonometrograph*Independent

 

FRANCOPHONE ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM FRANCOPHONE DE L’ANNÉE

Zayon FouKi Disques 7ième Ciel*Believe
Dans la seconde Karkwa Simone*Sony/The Orchard
En concert avec l’Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (sous la direction du chef Simon Leclerc) Les Cowboys Fringants & l’Orchestre symphonique de Montréal Les Disques de La Tribu*Propagande/Believe
À boire deboutte Salebarbes Productions Grand V.*The Orchard
Non conventionnel Souldia Disques 7ième Ciel*Independent/Believe

 

CHILDREN’S ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM JEUNESSE DE L’ANNÉE

Big Words ABC Singsong Independent/The Orchard
Going Back: Remembered and Remixed Family Folk Songs, Vol. 1 Ginalina Independent
Love-a-By Splash’N Boots Independent/The Orchard
Welcome to the Flea Circus The Swinging Belles Independent
Maestro Fresh Wes Presents: Young Maestro Stick To Your Vision For Young Athletes Young Maestro Independent

 

CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR (SOLO ARTIST) | ALBUM CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE (SOLO)

Infinite Voyage Barbara Hannigan Alpha Classics*Naxos/Independent
Nielsen: Violin Concerto, Symphony No. 4 James Ehnes Chandos*Naxos/The Orchard
Fauré: Nocturnes & Barcarolles Marc-André Hamelin Hyperion*Universal
De Hartmann: Cello Concerto Matt Haimovitz Pentatone/Naxos
Mouvance Suzie LeBlanc Centrediscs*Canadian Music Centre/Naxos

 

CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR (LARGE ENSEMBLE) | ALBUM CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE (GRAND ENSEMBLE)

Bekah Simms: Bestiaries Cryptid Ensemble conducted by/dirigé par Brian Current Centrediscs*Canadian Music Centre/Naxos
Maxime Goulet: Symphonie de la tempête de verglas Orchestre classique de Montréal, conducted by/dirigé par Jacques Lacombe ATMA*Universal
Sibelius 3 & 4 Orchestre Métropolitain, conducted by/dirigé par Yannick Nézet-Séguin ATMA*Universal
Mahler: Symphony No. 5 Orchestre Symphonique De Montreal, conducted by/dirigé par Rafael Payare Pentatone*Naxos
Rachmaninoff: Symphonies Nos. 2 & 3; Isle of the Dead The Philadelphia Orchestra, conducted by/dirigé par Yannick Nézet-Séguin Deutsche Grammophon*Universal

 

CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR (SMALL ENSEMBLE) | ALBUM CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE (PETIT ENSEMBLE)

Mythes Andrew Armstrong & James Ehnes Onyx*The Orchard
Portrait: Alex Baranowski Angèle Dubeau & La Pietà Analekta*Naxos/The Orchard
Portrait Cheng² Duo Centrediscs*Canadian Music Centre/Naxos
Il Ponte di Leonardo Constantinople Glossa*Naxos
Basta parlare! Les Barocudas ATMA*Universal

 

CLASSICAL COMPOSITION OF THE YEAR | COMPOSITION CLASSIQUE DE L’ANNÉE

Simulacra Amy Brandon Independent
Portrait of an Imaginary Sibling Dinuk Wijeratne Centrediscs*Canadian Music Centre/Naxos
…and the Higher Leaves of the Trees Seemed to Shimmer in the Last of the Sunlight’s Lingering Touch of Them… Emilie Cecilia LeBel Redshift
Shāhīn-nāmeh, for Voice and Orchestra Iman Habibi Analekta*Naxos/The Orchard
Don’t Throw Your Head in Your Hands Nicole Lizée Redshift

 

RAP ALBUM/EP OF THE YEAR | ALBUM/MICROALBUM RAP DE L’ANNÉE

bag or die bbno$ Independent*Stem
Spin the Globe Connor Price Independent
Crying Crystals Haviah Mighty Mighty Gang*Foundation Media
KAYTRAMINÉ KAYTRAMINÉ Independent
PANIC TOBi RCA*Sony

 

DANCE RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT DANCE DE L’ANNÉE

Eat Your Man Dom Dolla & Nelly Furtado Three Six Zero*Sony
Crew Thang DVBBS, Jeremih & Sk8 Ultra*Sony
Need Your Love Felix Cartal & Karen Harding Physical Presents*Fontana North
I Go Dancing (feat. Ella Henderson) Frank Walker Palm Tree*Sony
Next To You (feat. Kane Brown) Loud Luxury & DVBBS RCA*Sony 

 

CONTEMPORARY R&B RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT R&B CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

For the Better Aqyila Sony
Never Enough Daniel Caesar Republic*Universal
Heartbreak Hill Jon Vinyl Vinyl*Foundation Media
When It Blooms Nonso Amadi Universal
FACETS Shay Lia AWAL

 

REGGAE RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT REGGAE DE L’ANNÉE

Stir This Thing Ammoye Donsome*Ingrooves/Virgin
Feel Like Home Exco Levi Penthouse*High Priest/ONErpm
Roots Girl Jah’Mila Independent
Dread Kirk Diamond & Finn Independent
Rush Dem (feat. 4Korners, Haviah Mighty) Omega Mighty Independent*Foundation Media

 

CONTEMPORARY INDIGENOUS ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR | ARTISTE OU GROUPE AUTOCHTONE CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE - PRESENTED BY DESTINATION INDIGENOUS | PRÉSENTÉ PAR DESTINATION AUTOCHTONE

Here and Now Aysanabee Ishkōdé*Universal
Scream, Holler & Howl Blue Moon Marquee Independent*IDLA
Inuktitut Elisapie Bonsound*Sony/The Orchard
Revolution Shawnee Kish Amelia*Symphonic
Bekka Ma’iingan Zoon Paper Bag*Fontana North

 

CONTEMPORARY ROOTS ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ROOTS CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

The Returner Allison Russell Fantasy*Universal
We Will Never Be The Same Good Lovelies Outside
Beyond The Reservoir Julian Taylor Howling Turtle*Warner
A Light in the Attic Logan Staats Red Music Rising*Believe
Stand in the Joy William Prince Six Shooter*The Orchard

 

TRADITIONAL ROOTS ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ROOTS TRADITIONNEL DE L’ANNÉE

Paint Horse Benjamin Dakota Rogers Good People*The Orchard
The Breath Between David Francey Independent
Roses Jackson Hollow Mountain Fever*Syntax Creative
Second Hand James Keelaghan Borealis*Universal/IDLA
Resilience Morgan Toney Ishkōdé*Universal

 

BLUES ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE BLUES DE L’ANNÉE

SoulFunkn’BLUES Blackburn Brothers Electro-Fi*Isotope Music/The Orchard
Scream, Holler & Howl Blue Moon Marquee Independent/IDLA
One Step Closer Brandon Isaak Independent
The Big Bottle of Joy Matt Andersen Sonic*Warner
Gettin’ Together Michael Jerome Browne Borealis*Universal/IDLA

 

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN | GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM CHRÉTIEN | GOSPEL CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

Glory To God Brooke Nicholls Independent
ALL YE LEPERS Joshua Leventhal Independent
Arrow K-Anthony Independent
Where I’m Meant to Be Stirling John Independent
Alive Tuzee Independent

 

GLOBAL MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE MUSIQUE GLOBALE DE L’ANNÉE

Donte sann yo Bel and Quinn Independent
Kizavibe Kizaba Disques Nuits d’Afrique*Believe
SMS for Location Vol. 5 Moonshine Moonshine/FORESEEN*MNRK
Okantomi OKAN Lulaworld*Symphonic
Soap Box Waahli Wyzah Musk*Lemont

 

JACK RICHARDSON PRODUCER OF THE YEAR (PRESENTED BY AUDIO-TECHNICA) | PRIX JACK RICHARDSON DU RÉALISATEUR DE L’ANNÉE (PRÉSENTÉ PAR AUDIO-TECHNICA)

  • Hill Kourkoutis: "Ego Death," Aysanabee;  "Whiskey Bar," Tafari Anthony (co-producers Jordyn Woodside, Mike Tompa, Tafari Anthony). 
  • Jason Brando, Lubalin, Mathieu Sénéchal and Sam Avant: "Confetti," Charlotte Cardin (co-producer Rob Grimaldi); "Jim Carrey," Charlotte Cardin.
  • Joel Stouffer: "Breaking Up With Jesus," Reve; "Whitney," Reve (co-producers Aaron Paris, Banx & Ranx.
  • Shawn Everett: "Used to Be Young," Miley Cyrus (co-producers Michael Pollack, Miley Cyrus); "What Now," Brittany Howard (co-producer Brittany Howard).
  • Wondagurl: "Circus Maximus," Travis Scott (co-producers Jahaan Sweet, Mike Dean, Noah Goldstein, Travis Scott); "HYAENA" (co-producers Jahaan Sweet, Mike Dean, Noah Goldstein, Travis Scott).


 

RECORDING ENGINEER OF THE YEAR | INGÉNIEUR DU SON DE L’ANNÉE

  • Denis Tougas: "Dawgcatcher," Amanda Marshall; "Special," Amanda Marshall
  • George Seara: "Everything Belongs," Cory Asbury; "The Promise is the Same," Cory Asbury.
  • Matty Green: "because of you," Chris LaRocca; "Midnight Dreams," Ellie Goulding.
  • Serban Ghenea: "Anti-Hero," Taylor Swift; "Paint The Town Red," Doja Cat.
  • Shawn Everett: "Used to Be Young," Miley Cyrus; "What Now," Brittany Howard 

ALBUM ARTWORK OF THE YEAR | GRAPHISME D’ALBUM DE L’ANNÉE

  • Carolyne De Bellefeuille (art director), Jessica Ledoux (designer, illustrator), Mali Savaria-Ille (designer, illustrator), Veronique Lafortune (designer, illustrator), Leeor Wild (photographer: Inuktitut, Elisapie.
  • Heather Goodchild (art director), Colby Richardson (designer), Colin Fletcher (illustrator), Sara Melvin (photographer): Multitudes, Feist.
  • Kit King (illustrator), Vanessa Heins (photographer): The Love Still Held Me Near, City and Colour.
  • Nicolas Lemieux (art director), Mykaël Nelson (designer and illustrator), Albert Zablit (photographer): Riopelle Symphonique, Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal.
  • Quinton Nyce (art director), Brodie Metcalfe (designer), Davis Graham (illustrator), Kaylee Smoke (photographer): I'm Good, HBU?, Snotty Nose Rez Kids.

MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR 

Of Woods and Seas Andrew De Zen Alaskan Tapes Nettwerk*Amped
Demons Ethan Tobman Allison Russell Fantasy*Universal
Onetwostep (feat. juicelover) Jordan Clarke des hume des hume*Independent
Damn Right -  Sterling Larose Snotty Nose Rez Kids Distorted Muse*Fontana North
Feral Canadian Scaredy Cat Sterling Larose & Zachary Vague young friend Nettwerk

 

ELECTRONIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ÉLECTRONIQUE DE L’ANNÉE  PRESENTED BY NISSAN | PRÉSENTÉ PAR NISSAN

INFINITY CLUB Bambii Innovative Leisure*Red Eye
Birds, Bees, The Clouds & The Trees Harrison Last Gang*MNRK
Creatures of the Late Afternoon Kid Koala Envision*Amplified/Believe
Synthetic Season 2 Rich Aucoin We Are Busy Bodies*Redeye
No Highs Tim Hecker Sunblind/Kranky*The Orchard

 

METAL/HARD MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM DE MUSIQUE MÉTAL/HARD DE L’ANNÉE

As Gomorrah Burns Cryptopsy Nuclear Blast*AEC/Believe
Electric Sounds Danko Jones Sonic Unyon*Universal
Goliath Kataklysm Nuclear Blast*AEC/Believe
VOID KEN mode Artoffact*MVD/The Orchard
Morgöth Tales Voivod Century*Sony

 

ADULT CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM ADULTE CONTEMPORAIN DE L’ANNÉE

Heavy Lifting Amanda Marshall Metatune*The Orchard
I Wish I Was Flawless, I’m Not BANNERS Nettwerk*Amped
To Be Loved, Vol. 1 Josh Sahunta Independent*Believe
Run Where the Light Calls Luca Fogale Amelia*Symphonic
Wildflower Steph La Rochelle Independent

 

COMEDY ALBUM OF THE YEAR | ALBUM D’HUMOUR DE L’ANNÉE PRESENTED BY SIRIUSXM CANADA | PRÉSENTÉ PAR SIRIUSXM CANADA

Life of Leisure Derek Seguin Independent
Never Was Graham Clark Independent
A Lylebility Kyle Brownrigg Independent
Sexiest Fish in the Lake Laurie Elliott Howl & Roar*Independent
SAP Mae Martin Independent*Netflix

 

TRADITIONAL R&B/SOUL RECORDING OF THE YEAR | ENREGISTREMENT R&B/SOUL TRADITIONNEL DE L’ANNÉE

Hello Aqyila Sony
Unbreakable Jhyve Independent
Where To Find Me Katie Tupper Arts & Crafts*Universal
9 to 5 Luna Elle Hot Freestyle*Independent/Believe
Real World RealestK Columbia*Sony

 

RAP SINGLE OF THE YEAR | SINGLE RAP DE L’ANNÉE

American Nightmare Belly XO/Roc Nation*Universal
Spinnin (feat. Bens) Connor Price Independent
Honey Bun Haviah Mighty Mighty Gang*Foundation Media
Minimum Wage Pressa RCA*Sony
Someone I Knew TOBi Same Plate/RCA*Sony

 

UNDERGROUND DANCE SINGLE OF THE YEAR | SINGLE DANCE UNDERGROUND DE L’ANNÉE

Call My Name BLOND:ISH Warner
Mad Mess DJ Karaba DJ Karaba*The Orchard
Could Be Wrong LOSTBOYJAY Universal
Eclipse Peach Psychic Readings*One Eye Witness/Music Deli
Concorde Groove Smalltown DJs Fool’s Gold*Virgin Music

 

TRADITIONAL INDIGENOUS ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR | ARTISTE OU GROUPE AUTOCHTONE TRADITIONNEL DE L’ANNÉE

Sing. Pray. Love. Joel Wood Independent
LFS5 Nimkii & the Niniis Independent
Mitòòdebi (For My Relatives) The Bearhead Sisters Independent
Reverie The Red River Ramblers Independent
Drum Nation Young Scouts Independent

A fundraiser for MusiCounts, the music education charity run by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and the Junos, the after party kicked off at 11:30 p.m. on March 24 at the Grafton Connor Complex. 

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced that Vancouver will host the 54th Annual JUNO Awards in 2025, marking the fifth time the city has hosted Canada’s Biggest Night in Music with 2018 as the last.  Held from Wednesday, March 26 to Sunday, March 30, culminating with the 54th Annual JUNO Awards broadcast, airing live CBC & CBC Gem Rogers Arena.  The 2025 edition of JUNO Week returns with the support of the Province of British Columbia, Destination Vancouver, City of Vancouver, Downtown Van, Creative BC, Music BC and the 2025 Host Committee. With more than 80 independent record labels and over 120 sound recording studios, the scenic city’s music arena is as diverse and vibrant as the province itself.