April 4, 2022, Toronto: Music Canada is worked up to return because the presenting sponsor of the Humanitarian Award, and the Album of the Yr Award, at The 2022 JUNO Awards Broadcast. JUNO Week celebrations start Might ninth and can culminate with Canada’s Largest Night time in Music on Sunday, Might 15 with The 51st annual JUNO Awards, hosted by Simu Liu. The primary in-person JUNO Awards since 2019, this yr’s occasion will make historical past because it broadcasts and streams for the primary time from an outside venue at Budweiser Stage, with performances from extremely anticipated acts together with Arkells, Avril Lavigne, Charlotte Cardin, and Mustafa.
“Music Canada is thrilled to celebrate Canadian music with our friends and partners in the music community,” stated Patrick Rogers, CEO of Music Canada. “We’re proud to work alongside Canada’s major labels, with CARAS, and those in the industry who are driving innovation and finding ways to introduce artists and their music to a new generation of fans at home and across the world.”
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) has announced that acclaimed Inuk singer-songwriter, and three-time JUNO Award winner, Susan Aglukark, shall be acknowledged with the 2022 Humanitarian Award. Celebrated for her distinctive mix of Inuit people, nation and pop music, Aglukark shall be honoured for her long-standing dedication to bettering the lives of kids and youth in Northern Indigenous communities.
The Humanitarian Award acknowledges philanthropic achievements from Canadian artists and business pioneers who’ve created a long-lasting affect on social welfare globally. Introduced yearly, earlier recipients embody Bryan Adams, Neil Younger, Sarah McLachlan, and the Tragically Hip.
“It is an honour to receive this award, and a privilege to have had the opportunity to help create safe spaces for Northern Inuit and Indigenous youth to explore their own potential and forge cultural connections through Indigenous-led programs,” stated Aglukark. “I am proud of the work our team at the Arctic Rose Foundation has achieved so far, and look forward to expanding our footprint across the North to bring more culturally-grounded, adaptable programming to young people and help engage, support and inspire them in all aspects of their lives.”
“Susan’s dedication to the North and to creating safe spaces for children and youth in Northern Indigenous communities is inspiring,” stated Patrick Rogers. “The Humanitarian Award has recognized Canadian artists, and titans of the industry who have gone above and beyond to create positive change for their communities, and whose impact can be felt around the world. We’re honoured to include Susan as a recipient , and to commemorate her outstanding achievements at this year’s JUNOS.”
The Album of the Yr Award can even be introduced at The JUNO Awards Broadcast. This yr’s nominees are:
- Phoenix, Charlotte Cardin
- Harmful Ranges of Introspection, JP Saxe
- Justice, Justin Bieber
- Surprise, Shawn Mendes
- TOO YOUNG TO BE SAD, Tate McRae
“People are enjoying more music than ever before, and connecting with artists in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. Being able to recognize and celebrate Canadian talent at the JUNOS with the Album of the Year Award is important to the continued success and growth of our music ecosystem,” continued Rogers. “Success at home can also translate to success on the international stage, which contributes economically, socially and culturally to communities across the country – generating opportunity for everyone.”
The 51st annual JUNO Awards hosted by Simu Liu, will make historical past on Sunday, Might 15 because it broadcasts and streams for the primary time from an outside venue at Budweiser Stage in Toronto, dwell throughout Canada at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Pay attention, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos.
Tickets for The 2022 JUNO Awards begin at $39.95 plus charges and taxes and can be found for buy at www.ticketmaster.ca/junos.
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Erica Meekes
Music Canada
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About Music Canada
Music Canada is a non-profit commerce group that represents the most important file corporations in Canada: Sony Music Leisure Canada, Common Music Canada and Warner Music Canada. Music Canada additionally works with a number of the main impartial file labels and distributors, recording studios, dwell music venues, live performance promoters, managers and artists within the promotion and growth of the music cluster.
About CARAS
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) is a not-for-profit group created to protect and improve the Canadian music business and promote increased creative and business requirements. CARAS’ mandate is comprised of 4 key pillars: Educate via our music training charity, MusiCounts, packages and initiatives, Develop rising artists via mentorship and growth packages, Rejoice Canadian artists with year-round JUNO Awards showcasing, and Honour music business icons via the Canadian Music Corridor of Fame. In 2021 The JUNO Awards celebrated its fiftieth Anniversary, with a nationwide celebration of Canadian music. For extra data on the JUNO Awards or The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) please go to www.junoawards.ca.
