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Native America Callling: Juno Awards reach new milestones for Indigenous representation
Friday, April 3, 2026
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Juno Awards reach new milestones for Indigenous representation
This year’s Juno Awards in Hamilton, Ontario, included historic wins and high-profile performances by Indigenous artists, celebrating their roles as central, defining voices in contemporary Canadian music.

Oji-Cree singer-songwriter Aysanabee secured two major honors: Alternative Album of the Year and Contemporary Indigenous Artist of the Year for his project “Edge of the Earth.” Veteran powwow group Bear Creek won for Traditional Indigenous Group, marking their first Juno in a nearly 30-year career.

William Prince performed his song “For the First Time” at the awards ceremony. And Inuk throat singer Tanya Tagaq appeared onstage as part of a tribute to the iconic Nelly Furtado.

Tune into Native America Calling to hear more about Indigenous milestones by Indigenous artists at Canada’s biggest celebration of music.

CBC Music: Aysanabee wins Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year

CBC Music: Bear Creek wins Traditional Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year

Guests on Native America Calling
Aysanabee (Oji-Cree, Sucker Clan of Sandy Lake First Nation), artist and singer-songwriter

Jai King-Green (Mississaugas Anishinaabe), singer from the Manitou Mkwa Singers

Joe Syrette (Ojibwe from Batchewana First Nation), head singer for Bear Creek drum and singing group

Yellow Bear Nakota (Nakoda), Indigenous Sioux singer

CBC Music: 2026 Juno Awards

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