Achi news desk-
HALIFAX –
Some of Canada’s finest musical talent is set to be toasted tonight at the Juno Awards industry gala in Halifax.
More than 40 Junos categories will be handed out, including artist album, single and pop album of the year.
The ceremony is streaming live on CBC Music’s YouTube page starting at 6 pm ET.
It is a precursor to Sunday’s CBC telecast, hosted by Nelly Furtado, where the marquee awards will include fan choice and album of the year.
On Junos weekend, Montreal singer Charlotte Cardin is the top nominee with six nods driven by her latest album “99 Nights”.
Toronto’s Daniel Caesar and pioneering musician Ottawa Talk follow closely behind with five nominations each.
Sunday’s show will also celebrate this year’s Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee, rapper Maestro Fresh Wes, and Halifax native Elliot Page will present Tegan and Sara with the humanitarian award for their work supporting LGBTQ2S+ youth.
This report was first published by The Canadian Press on March 23, 2024.
