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July 8th 2025 at 17:52

Polaris Music Prize and CBC's Signature "The Ten" Radio Series Returns for Short List Summer 2025

The Polaris Music Prize, presented by CBC will reveal the 2025 Polaris Music Album Short List on July 10 on CBC Music and CBC Listen, followed by the return of the signature Short List Summer programming.

June 2nd 2025 at 1:17

2025 Canadian Screen Awards: CBC/Radio-Canada Wins by Program

CBC NEWS (7) THE FIFTH ESTATE (3) Best News or Information Series Best Photography, News or InformationSurviving the Circle Donald Brittain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary ProgramContract to Kill THE NATIONAL (1)  Best News Anchor, NationalAdrienne Arsenault, The National CBC LOCAL (1)  Best News or Information SegmentCBC Ottawa at 6 - Priority Purple: Overdose in Progress CBC INDIGENOUS (1)  Best Local ReporterJacki...

June 2nd 2025 at 1:04

CBC/Radio-Canada Celebrates 42 Wins at the 2025 Canadian Screen Awards

CBC/Radio-Canada and its creative talent and production partners were recognized with 42 Canadian Screen Awards from the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television over three days at the 2025 Canadian Screen Awards, following 268 nominations announced earlier this year.

May 29th 2025 at 17:27

CBC Scheduling Update: The 2025 Canadian Screen Awards to Broadcast Live June 1 on CBC and CBC Gem

Due to the completion of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Final in Game 5 with no Game 7 required, THE 2025 CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS will now broadcast Sunday, June 1 at 8 p.m. (9 AT, 9:30 NT) on both CBC and CBC Gem. The ceremony will air live in its entirety for two hours from the CBC Broadcast Centre in Toronto

March 20th 2025 at 15:17

The JUNO Awards return to Hamilton in 2026, live on CBC

Ahead of the upcoming 2025 JUNO Awards in Vancouver, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today The JUNO Awards will be returning to Hamilton in 2026, marking the seventh time the city will host Canada’s Biggest Night in Music.

March 13th 2025 at 15:10

Anne Murray to be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at 2025 JUNO Awards, Live on CBC on Sunday, March 30

Today, The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC announced the latest additions to the performer lineup and award recipients for The 54th Annual JUNO Awards.

February 6th 2025 at 1:30

TIFF and CBC Announce Miryam Charles as the Recipient of the Inaugural Charles Officer Legacy Award

Earlier this evening as part of TIFF’s opening ceremony for Canada’s Top Ten, Miryam Charles was announced as the inaugural recipient of the Charles Officer Legacy Award, presented by TIFF and CBC.

September 4th 2024 at 13:28

CBC/Radio-Canada Celebrates Canadian Storytellers at TIFF

CBC/Radio-Canada proudly highlights its ongoing commitment to Canadian creators and filmmakers with the following 13 titles selected to premiere at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2024), including one Gala Presentation, three Special Presentations and one film in TIFF's competitive Platform Programme, which showcases bold directorial voices.

July 9th 2024 at 17:54

Polaris Music Prize and CBC Music’s Signature “The Ten” Radio Special Series Is Back for Short List Summer

For the fourth straight season, CBC Music, the presenting partner of the Polaris Music Prize, will launch its signature Short List Summer programming to showcase the 10 nominated albums on the 2024 Polaris Short List, which will be revealed July 11 on CBC Music.

May 31st 2024 at 22:03

2024 Canadian Screen Awards - CBC/Radio-Canada Wins by Program (55)

CBC NEWS (7) CBC NEWS: THE NATIONAL (2) Best News Anchor, National Adrienne Arsenault Best National Reporter Jorge Barrera CBC INDIGENOUS: TIME TO EAT (1)Best Lifestyle Program or SeriesMeagan Fiddler CBC NEWS: LOCAL (3)  CBC VANCOUVER NEWS AT 6 Best Local Newscast CBC WINNIPEG NEWS AT 6 Best Local ReporterBartley Kives  CBC MONTREAL NEWS AT 6 Best News Anchor, Local Debra ArbecCBC NEWS EXPLORE (1)  CBC...

March 6th 2024 at 14:51

2024 Canadian Screen Awards CBC/Radio-Canada Nominations by Program: Film

FILMS SUPPORTED BY CBC/RADIO-CANADA (66) BLACKBERRY (17)  Best Motion Picture Niv Fichman, Matthew Miller, Fraser Ash, Kevin Krikst Achievement in Direction Matthew Johnson  Adapted Screenplay Matt Johnson, Matthew Miller Performance in a Leading Role, Comedy Jay Baruchel Performance in a Supporting Role, Comedy Glenn Howerton Performance in a Supporting Role, Comedy Matt Johnson Achievement in Art Direction / Pro...

March 6th 2024 at 14:26

2024 Canadian Screen Awards CBC/Radio-Canada Nominations by Program

CBC NEWS (27) CBC NEWS: THE NATIONAL (7)Best National Newscast  Best Photography, News or Information Pakistanis struggle to survive with no flood relief in sight Adrian di Virgilio  Best News or Information Segment Boomer’s Story  Best News Anchor, National Adrienne Arsenault Best National Reporter Jorge Barrera Best Host or Interviewer, News or InformationIan Hanomansing Best Host or Interviewer, News or Information&...

February 29th 2024 at 11:51

CARAS Unveils Final Round of Performers for The 2024 JUNO Awards Broadcast, live on CBC

The Canadian Academy of Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC today announced the final lineup of artists set to perform at The 2024 JUNO Awards Broadcast hosted by Canadian pop icon, Nelly Furtado. Among the highlights, Alexandra Stréliski will pay homage to Karl Tremblay, the iconic lead singer and co-founder of Les Cowboys Fringants in a joint performance with Allison Russell and Aysanabee who will pay tribute to legendary artists Gordon Lightfoot and Robbie Robertson. Additionally, Jeremy Dut...

January 25th 2024 at 20:30

The JUNO Awards return to Vancouver in 2025, live on CBC

Ahead of the upcoming 2024 JUNO Awards in Halifax, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today The JUNO Awards are making their way back to Vancouver in 2025, marking the fifth time the West Coast metropolis has hosted Canada’s Biggest Night in Music.

July 13th 2023 at 17:32

The 2023 Polaris Music Prize Short List Is Here

The Polaris Music Prize, presented by CBC Music, has unveiled the 10 albums on its 2023 Short List as well as who will be performing at this year’s Polaris Gala at Massey Hall on September 19. Tickets are available now!

July 6th 2023 at 15:17

Polaris Music Prize And CBC Music’s Signature Short List Summer Returns

The summer is going to be filled with the sounds of the Short List once again. For the third straight season, CBC Music , the presenting partner of the Polaris Music Prize, will launch its signature Short List Summer programming to showcase the 10 nominated albums on the 2023 Polaris Short List, which will be revealed July 13 on CBC Music.

June 14th 2023 at 16:12

The 2023 Polaris Music Prize Long List Is Here

The Polaris Music Prize, presented by CBC Music, has revealed its 40 album Long List. This year’s Long List is presented by Canada Council for the Arts.

May 10th 2023 at 15:20

Indspire Announces 2023 Indspire Awards Recipients and 30th Anniversary Celebration

Today, Indspire announced the recipients of the 2023 Indspire Awards. Twelve outstanding Indigenous achievers from a diverse list of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities will be honoured during a celebratory gala entitled Honouring Indigenous Excellence on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Edmonton, AB. Their accomplishments will also be celebrated during a special broadcast on Sunday, June 18th at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on APTN, APTN lumi, CBC TV and CBC Gem, and heard on CBC Radio One and CBC List...

April 15th 2023 at 1:22

CBC/RADIO-CANADA CELEBRATES 66 WINS AT THE 2023 CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS

CBC/Radio-Canada and its production partners were recognized with 66 Canadian Screen Awards from the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television over four days during Canadian Screen Week 2023, following 320 nominations announced earlier this year.

April 15th 2023 at 1:16

2023 CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS CBC/RADIO-CANADA WINS BY PROGRAM

CBC NEWS (6)  CBC NEWS: THE NATIONAL (1)CBC, CBC News Best National ReporterCBC, The NationalJuanita Taylor CBC NEWS: LOCAL (2) CBC VANCOUVER NEWS AT 6 (1)CBC Best News Anchor, LocalCBC Vancouver News at 6Anita Bathe CBC WINNIPEG NEWS AT 6 (1) Best Local ReporterCBC Winnipeg News at 6Caroline Barghout CBC NEWS: THE FIFTH ESTATE (1) Best News or Information SeriesCBC, The Fifth Estate CBC NEWS NETWORK (2) CBC NEWS: MORNING LIVE WITH H...