Tune into Canada's biggest night in music this Monday, March 13 at 6 p.m. MT/8 p.m. ET nationwide on CBC, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos
The 52nd Annual JUNO Awards hosted live from Edmonton by Simu Liu will feature a special 50th anniversary of Hip Hop spotlight and performances by Alexisonfire, AP Dhillon, Aysanabee, Banx & Ranx, Jessie Reyez, Nickelback, Preston Pablo, Rêve, Tate McCrae and Tenille Townes
Catch the ROAD TO THE JUNOS concert series on CBC Music and CBC Gem all this week, spotlighting Alberta talent with performances recorded in Edmonton
JUNO Award nominees Tesher and bbno$ go head-to-head before the JUNOS in a Celebrity Special charity edition of FAMILY FEUD CANADA on CBC and CBC Gem
CBC is bringing Canada’s biggest celebration of music to audiences on all platforms at home and around the world with a special lineup of programming that showcases the best in Canadian music leading up to The 2023 JUNO AWARDS. Simu Liu returns to host The 52nd Annual JUNO Awards, broadcasting live in all time zones across the country from Edmonton on Monday, March 13 at 8 p.m. ET/6 p.m. MT on CBC,CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, and CBC Listen. The JUNO Awards will also be available on CBC Music’sFacebook,Twitter, Youtube and TikTok pages and for audiences around the globe at cbcmusic.ca/junos.
The live broadcast will feature nine performances, including a 50th anniversary of Hip Hop spotlight featuring Kardinal Offishall, Haviah Mighty, Choclair, Dream Warriors, Maestro Fresh Wes, Michie Mee, TOBi, DJ Mel Boogie and performances by Alexisonfire, AP Dhillon, Aysanabee, Banx & Ranx together with Preston Pablo and Rêve, Jessie Reyez, Nickelback, Tate McRae and Tenille Townes. Audiences tuning into the JUNO Awards can also expect appearances from presenters Andrew Phung (Kim’s Convenience, Run the Burbs), Avril Lavigne, Bean Gill (CBC’s Push), Connor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers), Jessie Reyez, KallMeKris, Lauren Spencer Smith, Minister of Canadian Heritage The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Pierre Kwenders, Ryan Reynolds and Tyler Shaw.
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.
CBC MUSIC LIVE PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS CONCERT SERIES
Recorded in front of a live audience in Edmonton and featuring performances by Shaela Miller and D'Orjay the Singing Shaman.
Now available to stream on CBC Gem
CBC ARTS PRESENTS: FOLLOWING FOLK
From Nashville to Nunavik, Following Folk is a journey to discover the artists who are redefining traditional folk music today. Following Folk features stripped down performances from Allison Russell, 2023 JUNO award nominee Allison de Groot, Beatrice Deer, 2023 JUNO award nominees The East Pointers and Sister Ray in intimate spaces.
Now available to stream on CBC Gem
FREQUENCIES PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS CONCERT SERIES
Recorded in front of a live audience in Edmonton and featuring performances by Melafrique and Saint and the Full 100 Band.
Now available to stream on CBC Gem
RECLAIMED PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS CONCERT SERIES
Recorded in front of a live audience in Edmonton and featuring performances by Ghostkeeper and Celeigh Cardinal.
Now available to stream on CBC Gem
THURSDAY, MARCH 9
THE BLOCK PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS CONCERT SERIES
Recorded in front of a live audience in Edmonton and featuring performances by Sinzere and K-Riz.
Broadcasts on CBC Music and CBC Listen at 6 p.m. local time, with a video version available to stream on CBC Gem.
FRIDAY, MARCH 10
MARVIN’S ROOM PRESENTS: ROAD TO THE JUNOS CONCERT SERIES
Recorded in front of a live audience in Edmonton and featuring performances by Justine Tyrell and Josh Sahunta.
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 11
THE JUNO OPENING NIGHT AWARDS PRESENTED BY MUSIC CANADA
Celebrating Canada’s top talent in music, and entertainment. Streaming live from Edmonton, this event will feature electric performances and award presentations from rising stars and well-established favourites. Witness the excitement unfold as winners claim the coveted JUNO statuettes for over 40 JUNO Award categories.
Available to stream live at 8 p.m. ET (5 PT/ 6 MT/ 7 CT/ 9 AT / 9:30 NT) on CBC Gem and CBCMusic.ca/junos
MONDAY, MARCH 13
Q WITH TOM POWER
Join host Tom Power for an exclusive sit-down interview with 2023 JUNOs host Simu Liu, recorded in front of a live audience during the JUNO Songwriters’ Circle in Edmonton. Monday’s show will also feature a career retrospective with Nickelback ahead of their 2023 Canadian Music Hall of Fame induction.
Broadcasts on CBC Radio One at 10 a.m. local time (10:30 NT)
MONDAY, MARCH 13
JUNO SONGWRITERS’ CIRCLE PRESENTED BY SOCAN & FACTOR IN ASSOCIATION WITH MUSIC PUBLISHERS CANADA
The 2023 JUNO nominees join host Damhnait Doyle at the Winspear Centre in Edmonton for intimate conversations and stripped down performances. Hear personal stories and anecdotes behind the songs from Adria Kain, Dan Mangan, Lauren Spencer Smith, The Reklaws, Tenille Townes, Tyler Shaw, and more.
Broadcasts on CBC Music at 6:00 p.m. ET and at 1 p.m. ET/AT/CT/MT/PT (1:30 NT) on CBC Radio One
MONDAY, MARCH 13
FAMILY FEUD CANADA CELEBRITY SPECIAL
In this Family Feud Canada celebrity special, JUNO Award nominee bbno$ takes on fellow JUNO Award nominee Tesher for a chance to win $10, 000 for a charity of their choice.
Broadcasts on CBC and CBC Gem at 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 PT/5:30 MT/6:30 CT/8:30 AT/9 NT)
MONDAY, MARCH 13
THE 52nd JUNO AWARDS
Hosted by Simu Liu, Canada’s Biggest Night in Music features the presentation of various JUNO Awards and performances by Canada’s hottest artists including a 50th anniversary of Hip Hop spotlight, performances by Alexisonfire, AP Dhillon, Aysanabee, Banx & Ranx, Jessie Reyez, Nickelback, Preston Pablo, Rêve, Tate McRae, Tenille Townes, and more.
Broadcasts live on CBC, CBC Gem, CBC Radio and CBC Listen 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.
TUESDAY MARCH, 14
COMMOTION WITH ELAMIN ABDELMAHMOUD
Host Elamin Abdelmahmoud brings together a JUNOS review panel to talk about the standout moments from last night’s JUNO Awards broadcast.
Broadcasts on CBC Radio One at 11 a.m. local time (11:30 NT)
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CBC Music is the leading curator of emerging and diverse Canadian music talent across platforms, playing the most Canadian artists and genres on radio, CBC Listen and cbcmusic.ca. We prioritize Canadian artists in a wide variety of genres on over 200 playlists available on CBC Listen, and publish daily national music coverage. CBC Music Live features live music recordings from across the country. Our music partnerships and events include The JUNOS, the Polaris Music Prize, Searchlight, the CBC Music Festival, The Canadian Music Class Challenge and Canada Listens.
About CARAS
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) is a not-for-profit organization created to preserve and enhance the Canadian music industry and promote higher artistic and industry standards. CARAS’ mandate is comprised of four key pillars: Educate through our music education charity, MusiCounts, programs and initiatives; Develop emerging artists through mentorship and development programs; Celebrate Canadian artists with year-round JUNO Awards showcasing; and Honour music industry icons through the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. The 52nd annual JUNO Awards Broadcast will take place in Edmonton at Rogers Place on Monday, March 13, 2023. For more information on the JUNO Awards or The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) please visit www.junoawards.ca.
For more information about The 2023 JUNO Awards Broadcast on CBC, contact:
Teaghan Hawke, CBC
