Billboard Canada Women In Music Announces Star-Studded Honorees Amidst a Resurgent Canadian Music Landscape

The 2026 Billboard Canada Women In Music awards are set to be a landmark event, cementing the nation’s status as a formidable engine for global musical talent. As the industry…

Backstreet Boys Set Historic Touring Record in Canada Amidst Evolving Live Entertainment Landscape in Toronto

The iconic pop ensemble Backstreet Boys has officially solidified its place in Canadian touring history, securing a monumental nine-night residency at Toronto’s Rogers Centre scheduled for February 2027. Titled Into…

Universal Music Canada Implements Strategic Workforce Reductions Amidst Global Industry Restructuring and Operational Realignment

Universal Music Canada has initiated a series of layoffs affecting more than 12 employees across several core departments, marking a significant staff reduction at the organization’s Toronto headquarters and its…

Ha*Ash Announces No Me Hablen de Amor Gira 2027 Across U.S. and Canada Following Massive Success of HAASHVILLE Trek

The celebrated Latin pop duo Ha*Ash, comprising the American-Mexican sisters Hanna and Ashley Pérez Mosa, has officially announced their upcoming North American concert series titled the No Me Hablen de…

Calgary aims to become Canada’s premier music hub as industry growth continues across the nation

The city of Calgary is positioning itself to become a preeminent music destination, with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith spearheading an ambitious strategy to mirror the economic and cultural success of…

In Canada: Inside the Polaris Music Prize’s Big Period of Change, Plus Angine de Poitrine Debuts in Toronto

The Polaris Music Prize, a cornerstone of Canadian music recognition, celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025, marking two decades of championing artistic merit over commercial success. As it steps into…

In Canada: Angine de Poitrine, Peaches & More Make the Polaris Music Prize 2026 Short List

The Canadian cultural landscape is buzzing with significant developments across music and entertainment, as the Polaris Music Prize announces its highly anticipated 2026 short list, Billboard Canada opens nominations for…

Canada Set to Make Historic Debut at 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, Expanding Global Reach of Iconic Music Event

Canada is poised to make its highly anticipated debut at the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Bulgaria. This landmark announcement, made on Wednesday, July 1, marks…

Billboard Canada Celebrates Industry Titans and Emerging Forces at Power Players and Managers to Watch 2026 Events in Toronto

The Canadian music industry converged on Toronto for two pivotal events, the Billboard Canada Power Players and Billboard Canada Managers to Watch celebrations, held on June 10 and 11, respectively,…

Canada Announces $600M Investment in Music and Media Amid Online Streaming Act Controversy

In a significant policy pivot announced this morning, June 3, the Canadian government has pledged an immediate annual investment of $600 million to fortify the nation’s music, audio, and audiovisual…