We just got a new look at the Trailer for DESPICABLE ME 4 recently, but here comes a brand new Poster!

Synopsis:

In the first Despicable Me movie in seven years, Gru, the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4, in theatres July 3, 2024.

Following the 2022 summer blockbuster phenomenon of Illumination’s Minions: The Rise of Gru, which earned almost $1 billion worldwide, the biggest global animated franchise in history now begins a new chapter as Gru (Oscar®nominee Steve Carrell) and Lucy (Oscar® nominee Kristen Wiig) and their girls —Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier) and Agnes (Madison Polan)—welcome a new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad.

Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal (Emmy winner Will Ferrell) and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina (Emmy nominee Sofia Vergara), and the family is forced to go on the run.

The film features fresh new characters voiced by Joey King (Bullet Train), Emmy winner Stephen Colbert (The Late Show with Stephen Colbert) and Chloe Fineman (Saturday Night Live). Pierre Coffin returns as the iconic voice of the Minions and Oscar® nominee Steve Coogan returns as Silas Ramsbottom.

Packed with non-stop action and filled with Illumination’s signature subversive humor, Despicable Me 4 is directed by a co-creator of the Minions, Oscar® nominee Chris Renaud (Despicable Me, The Secret Life of Pets), and is produced by Illumination’s visionary founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and by Brett Hoffman (executive producer, The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Minions: The Rise of Gru). The film is co-directed by Patrick Delage (animation director Sing 2and The Secret Life of Pets 2), and the screenplay is by the Emmy winning creator of White Lotus, Mike White, and the veteran writer of every Despicable Me film, Ken Daurio.

Genre: Action-Comedy

Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Will Ferrell, Pierre Coffin, Joey King, Sofia Vergara, Stephen Colbert, Miranda Cosgrove, Chloe Fineman, Steve Coogan, Chris Renaud, Dana Gaier, Madison Polan

Screenplay: Mike White, Ken Daurio

Director: Chris Renaud

Co-Director: Patrick Delage

Producers: Chris Meledandri, Brett Hoffman

Today, Prime Video, Skydance Television, and Paramount Television Studios announced the casting of Anthony Michael Hall and Sonya Cassidy as series regulars for the upcoming third season of Reacher, the action-packed drama series starring Alan Ritchson in the title role of Jack Reacher. As previously announced, Maria Sten will also return for Season Three as Frances Neagley.

In the third season, which is based on the 7th book in Lee Child’s global best-selling series, Persuader, Reacher must go undercover to rescue an informant held by a haunting foe from his past.

Anthony Michael Hall (Bosch: Legacy, Halloween Kills) has been cast as Zachary Beck. A formidable and successful businessman, Beck is a widow and single father of a 20-year-old son, Richard. He is the owner of a rug import company that Reacher and his cohorts suspect is a cover for a more nefarious operation. Hall is repped by Untitled, A3, and Jill Fritzo PR.

Sonya Cassidy (The Man Who Fell to Earth, Lodge 49) has been cast as Susan Duffy, an extremely intelligent and tough DEA agent from Boston with a sharp and sarcastic sense of humor. Cassidy is represented by UTA and Independent Talent.

Reacher Season Three is currently filming in Toronto. The renewal was announced in December 2023, two weeks before season two premiered on Prime Video.

Reacher Season Two was the #1 title on Prime Video worldwide across both series and movies in 2023 during its premiere weekend (based on viewership). The series’ global audience grew 50% between seasons in the first three days after the second season’s debut on December 15, 2023. All episodes of the first two seasons of Reacher are now streaming on Prime Video.

Based on the novels by Lee Child, who is an executive producer on the series, Reacher stars Alan Ritchson (Fast X, Titans) and is produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Skydance Television, and Paramount Television Studios. Reacher is written for television by Emmy-nominated writer Nick Santora (FUBAR, Prison Break), who also executive produces and serves as showrunner. In addition to Santora and Child, Ritchson will serve as an executive producer of Season Three, along with Don Granger, Scott Sullivan, Mick Betancourt, and David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Matt Thunell for Skydance. Carolyn Harris and Kenny Madrid are the executives-in-charge of the series for Skydance Television.

National Geographic announced today the second season pick-up of LIMITLESS WITH CHRIS HEMSWORTH, following the global superstar as he unearths the transformative secrets of improving our lives and unlocking our greatest potential. The second instalment comes hot on the heels of a hugely successful first season that inspired millions to explore how to live better longer.

In season one, Hemsworth pushed the limits of his body and mind to discover how fasting can unlock the body’s anti-aging power, how to manage stress so it doesn’t kill you, and how exposure to extreme temperatures can trigger our bodies’ own defenses against the killer diseases of old age, all in a quest to live a longer, healthier life. Now, in this next installment, he’s taking on four more epic challenges on a global journey through Nepal, Italy, Australia, and the United Kingdom to help him – and us – understand how to live not just longer, but better. LIMITLESS creators Darren Aronofsky and Ari Handel of Protozoa Pictures return to executive produce season two; Jane Root and Tom Watt-Smith are executive producers for Nutopia; and Chris Hemsworth and Ben Grayson are executive producers for Wild State.

“Working on LIMITLESS was an eye-opening experience that allowed me to reflect on my strengths, vulnerabilities and all the ways in which we as humans can plan toward longevity,” said Hemsworth. “For this next season, we are attempting to raise the bar and go even deeper in this exploration alongside health and wellness experts from around the globe.”

In season two of LIMITLESS, Hemsworth will delve into a series of physical and mental obstacles that people across the world face daily: mental agility, pain, burnout, and interpersonal connection. Amazing science and intense challenges are the inspiration for experiences that will push Chris to explore and grow as he’s never done before. To do that, Chris will need to travel to the ends of the Earth to uncover the latest scientific thinking and unlock some of the world’s best-kept secrets to living a better life.

Through Hemsworth’s travels, guided by a number of experts, mentors and spiritual leaders, audiences can seek the everyday changes, both big and small, that can allow us to see improved versions of ourselves.

“Millions of viewers around the world were inspired and wowed by the combination of science, endeavour and the incredibly committed Chris Hemsworth in the first season, so it’s with huge pride that we announce its return,” said Tom McDonald, executive vice president, Global Factual and Unscripted Content, National Geographic. “This new season will have the scale, the drama and the challenges you’d expect from LIMITLESS, but we’ve also got some big and exciting surprises in store for the audience and for Chris himself.”

For the second season of LIMITLESS WITH CHRIS HEMSWORTH, Arif Nurmohamed serves as co-executive producer, and Tom Watt-Smith and Jane Root serve as executive producers for Nutopia. Ari Handel and Darren Aronofsky serve as executive producers for Protozoa, and Chris Hemsworth, Ben Grayson and Brandon Hill are executive producers for Wild State. For National Geographic, Bengt Anderson and Simon Raikes are executive producers, Charlie Parsons is senior vice president of Global Development, and Tom McDonald is executive vice president of Global Factual and Unscripted Content.

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LOCAL PUBLIC EATERY ADELAIDE just opened its doors in Financial District February 1, 2024! Toronto is always looking for a spot where they can enjoy private dining, sports viewing (Superbowl!), and a lively late-night atmosphere. Here’s what sets this location apart:

A sports enthusiast’s paradise: LPE Adelaide sets itself apart as the premier venue for watching sporting events in the Financial District. With its state-of-the-art screens and an atmosphere buzzing with excitement, guests can enjoy an unparalleled sports viewing experience with quality food and drinks every time.

Private dining and sports viewing in The Top Shelf: Elevating the financial district dining scene, literally and figuratively, is LPE Adelaide’s Top Shelf’ mezzanine. This exclusive section of the eatery presents a unique dining experience, perfectly suited for private gatherings and special occasions. It features a Top Shelf drink menu and a dedicated bar, ensuring a personalized and upscale experience.

Late-night offerings catered to the neighbourhood: As day turns to night, LPE Adelaide becomes the ideal spot for transitioning from casual after-work drinks to a vibrant late-night hangout. With a fun approach to drinking, LPE Adelaide will bring its “wine without rules” motto to the table, featuring a party pitcher of wine called the Porron, Espresso Mar-tinys, and options like the pot of Cold Tea for a tipsy tea party. The new location will also offer 51% off bottles of wine every night during late night happy hour.

Quality eats, every time: With a focus on using fresh, high-quality ingredients – a fundamental pillar of the brand – LPE will bring its wide-ranging menu to Adelaide. From the Truffle Cheeseburger to the #1 Ahi Tuna Poké Rice Bowl, and comforting mains like Steak & Fries too, there is something on the menu for everyone. This location proudly stands as the first Toronto location to offer a unique selection of pizzas, like the Pepperoni Supremo!, a delicious result of the LPE culinary team’s recent market research trip to Italy.

Address: 141 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON M5H 3L5

The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (the Canadian Academy) announced today that Canadian Screen Week 2024 will now take place from Sunday, May 26 to Saturday, June 1, a change from the originally set dates of April 2024. The 2024 Canadian Screen Awards, which honour the best in film, television, and digital media, will take place from Tuesday, May 28 through to Friday, May 31 at the CBC Broadcast Centre in Toronto. The nominees for the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards will now be announced on Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00 AM ET on academy.ca.

The Canadian Screen Awards broadcast show will air on CBC and CBC Gem on Friday, May 31. More information about this year’s show will be announced in the coming weeks.

“Due to venue availability in Toronto, we have made the decision to move Canadian Screen Week 2024 to May,” said Tammy Frick, CEO, Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television. “Working with CBC to hold the Awards at the CBC Broadcast Centre allows us to put on a series of high-calibre shows in a manner deserving of the excitement of the industry, showcasing the nominees under the brightest lights possible. This change ensures that the entire experience is of the utmost quality while also being efficient with resources. We look forward to hosting the Canadian screen-based industries and celebrating their achievements in May!”

The 2024 Canadian Screen Awards will take place at the CBC Broadcast Centre in Toronto, which will undergo a complete transformation to welcome the talented members of Canada’s screen-based industries. Attendees can look forward to four days of celebrating the achievements of their peers with a series of awards shows and intimate cocktail receptions, giving guests the opportunity to gather with their community and commemorate the previous year in person.

The full schedule for the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards is as follows:

Tuesday, May 28, 2024
7:00 PM ET: The News, Entertainment, and Sports Awards

Wednesday, May 29, 2024
12:30 PM ET: The Television Craft Awards
7:00 PM ET: The Television Program and Performance Awards

Thursday, May 30, 2024
12:30 PM ET: The Documentary, Factual, Lifestyle, and Reality Awards
7:00 PM ET: The Cinematic Arts Awards, presented by Telefilm Canada, supported by Cineplex

Friday, May 31, 2024
4:00 PM ET: The 2024 Canadian Screen Awards Gala
8:00 PM (9 AT, 9:30 NT): The 2024 Canadian Screen Awards (broadcast
show on CBC and CBC Gem)

All nominees and guests will be able to book their tickets for the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards via the Box Office, which will open on March 6, 2024 on the Academy’s website.

The membership vote to determine the winners of the 2024 Canadian Screen Awards will now open on March 7, 2024, to coincide with the announcement of nominees. Those who are interested in joining the Canadian Academy are encouraged to do so by February 20, 2024 to participate.

Canadian Screen Week 2024 is also home to several events aimed at informing, supporting, and inspiring our industry. The Board Tribute Dinner, the Canadian Academy’s annual fundraising event to support our equity and inclusion initiatives, will now take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024. The Academy is also excited to introduce Members Forum, presented by the Canadian Media Producers Association (CMPA), a revamped version of our annual member-focused programming, taking place from Sunday, May 26, 2024 to Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Details on both events will be available in the near future.

The full schedule for Canadian Screen Week 2024 can be found at CanadianScreenWeek.ca. For further information, please visit academy.ca.

Today, Disney+ announced that “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version),” which is the concert film in its entirety for the first time and includes the song “cardigan” and four additional acoustic songs, will make its streaming debut on March 15, 2024, exclusively on Disney+. The history-making, cinematic experience from 14-time GRAMMY®-winning artist, “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” directed by Sam Wrench, grossed more than $260 million worldwide at the global box office, making it the top selling concert film of all-time.

In making the announcement Disney CEO Bob Iger said, “’The Eras Tour’ has been a true phenomenon that has and continues to thrill fans around the world, and we are very excited to bring this electrifying concert to audiences wherever they are, exclusively on Disney+.”

The Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger announced today that “Moana 2,” Disney Animation’s all-new feature-length sequel to 2016’s Oscar-nominated film, will be released in theaters in 2024. “Moana remains an incredibly popular franchise,” said Iger, “and we can’t wait to give you more of Moana and Maui when ‘Moana 2’ comes to theatres this November.”

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Moana 2” takes audiences on an expansive new voyage with Moana, Maui and a brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Directed by Dave Derrick Jr. with music by Grammy® winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foa’i, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina, “Moana 2” opens in theatres on Nov. 27, 2024.

A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE IS ONLY IN THEATRES ON JUNE 28, 2024. Today we get a new official Trailer!

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS

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EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS

Allyson Seeger, Vicki Dee Rock

PRODUCERS

Michael Bay, Andrew Form, p.g.a., Brad Fuller, John Krasinski

BASED ON CHARACTERS CREATED BY

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SCREENPLAY BY

Michael Sarnoski

DIRECTED BY

Michael Sarnoski

STARRING

Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff and Djimon Hounsou

Paramount+ today announced that Golden Globe® nominee Demi Moore will star in the highly anticipated original drama series LANDMAN as a series regular. Moore will play Cami, wife to one of the most powerful oil men in Texas and a friend of Tommy Norris, played by Oscar® winner and series lead Billy Bob Thornton. Co-created by Oscar nominee Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, LANDMAN is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios, 101 Studios and Sheridan’s Bosque Ranch Productions exclusively for Paramount+.

Set in the proverbial boomtowns of West Texas, LANDMAN is a modern-day tale of fortune seeking in the world of oil rigs. Based on the notable 11-part podcast “Boomtown,” the series is an upstairs/downstairs story of roughnecks and wildcat billionaires fueling a boom so big, it’s reshaping our climate, our economy and our geopolitics.

Moore has proven herself to be one of the industry’s most accomplished performers, lending her talents to an array of revered films and television both in front of and behind the camera. The actress set a record in 1995 when she became the highest-paid actress in Hollywood, a testament to her star power and box office appeal. Most recently, Moore can be seen in the second season of Ryan Murphy’s anthology series Feud: Capote vs. The Swans as socialite Ann Woodward, a former showgirl and radio actress who was infamously accused of murdering her husband in 1955. The actress will soon be seen in Coralie Fargeat’s first studio feature, The Substance, alongside Margaret Qualley. Moore’s acting career took off in the late 1980’s when she starred in St. Elmo’s Fire. She then went on to star in such iconic films as About Last Night…, Ghost, A Few Good Men, Indecent Proposal, The Scarlet Letter, Disclosure and G.I. Jane. Success poured into the following years, with Moore consistently in well-grossing films including Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle, Bobby and Margin Call among many others. She produced and lent her voice to QCode’s podcast Dirty Diana, which is being adapted into a series that Moore will star in. In 2019, she added New York Times Best Seller to her lengthy list of credits with her memoir Inside Out.

In addition to Thornton and Moore, the series stars Ali Larter (The Last Victim), Michelle Randolph (1923), Jacob Lofland (Joker 2), Canadian Kayla Wallace (When Calls the Heart), James Jordan (Yellowstone), Mark Collie (Nashville) and Paulina Chávez (The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia).

Currently filming in and around Fort Worth, Texas, LANDMAN is executive produced by Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, David Hutkin, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, Christian Wallace, Geyer Kosinski, Michael Friedman and Stephen Kay. Dan Friedkin and Jason Hoch, for Imperative Development LLC, and J.K. Nickell and Megan Creydt, for Texas Monthly, also executive produce. Peter Feldman serves as co-executive producer.

The series is the latest addition to Sheridan’s growing slate on Paramount+, which includes 1923, 1883, SPECIAL OPS: LIONESS, MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN, TULSA KING and LAWMEN: BASS REEVES.

Today, The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced the nominees and the next wave of performers for The 53rd Annual JUNO Awards at a press conference attended by industry notables and media inside the CBC’s Canadian Broadcasting Centre, in downtown Toronto. This year’s host, Canadian pop icon Nelly Furtado also made a special surprise appearance to speak with guests and celebrate the 2024 nominees. This year’s winners will be revealed in Halifax, Nova Scotia at the JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada on Saturday, March 23 and The JUNO Awards Broadcast on Sunday, March 24, live on CBC.

For a complete list and biographies of all nominees and more information on The 2024 JUNO Awards, please visit junoawards.ca. Rewatch the full 2024 JUNO Nominee Announcement at CBCMusic.ca/junos.

2024 JUNO Award Nominations

Montreal-born singer-songwriter Charlotte Cardin returns to dominate this year’s JUNO nominations for a second time with a total of six including: TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year and Pop Album of The Year. Cardin also led the pack back in 2022 with six nominations for her album Phoenix. R&B all-star Daniel Caesar and rising rocker TALK followed with five nominations each. Daniel is nominated for TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Artist of the Year* and Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year; while TALK is up for Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Breakthrough Artist of the Year, Songwriter of the Year and Alternative Album of the Year.

Artists with three nominations each include famed folk star Allison Russell (Songwriter of the Year, Contemporary Roots Album of the Year and Music Video of the Year); 2023 JUNO Awards performer Aysanabee (Songwriter of the Year, Alternative Album of the Year and Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year); actor and rapper Connor Price (Breakthrough Artist of the Year, Rap Album/EP of the Year and Rap Single of the Year); production duo DVBBS (TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Group of the Year* and Dance Recording of the Year); Canada power-pop singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith (Album of the Year, Artist of the Year* and Pop Album of the Year); and pop track sensation Tate McRae (TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Single of the Year* and Artist of the Year*).

Artists from this year’s host province of Nova Scotia that also received nominations include Barbara Hannigan (Classical Album of the Year, Solo Artist), Jah’Mila (Reggae Recording of the Year), Marc Djokic (Classical Album of the Year, Large Ensemble), Matt Andersen (Blues Album of the Year), Mike Murley (Jazz Album of the Year, Group), Morgan Toney (Traditional Roots Album of the Year) and Rich Aucoin (Electronic Album of the Year*).

MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS and The JUNO Awards, will recognize one Canadian music educator’s impact not only on students but also on their community and the music education field, through the MusiCounts Teacher of the Year Award, presented by Anthem Entertainment. The 2024 nominees are Élisabeth Bouchard-Bournie (École Des Explorateurs, Malartic, QC), Sarah Comerford (Macdonald Drive Junior High, St. John’s, NL), Stephen Richardson (École St. Joseph, Yellowknife, NT), Robert Bailey (École Charlie Killam School, Camrose, AB) and Zeda Ali (Sunnyview Middle School, Brampton, ON). The winner will be announced live on The JUNO Awards Broadcast.

2024 JUNO Awards Performers

Josh Ross

TikTok JUNO Fan Choice nominee and rising country star Josh Ross will make his JUNO Awards debut with a harmonic performance showcasing his renowned pop-rock-infused style. The Nashville-based artist’s take on love, work, and play is one often documented through his own whirlwind experiences. His recent single, “Ain’t Doin’ Jack” is up to 26 million streams since its release and the certified Platinum radio single “Trouble” hit #1 at Canadian Country Radio with over 122 million global streams. This past year Ross made his inaugural performance at the Grand Ole Opry, won Artist of the Year at the 2023 Canadian Country Music Awards where he also performed his hit “Trouble,” and will finish his sold-out tour next month with its final stop in Toronto.

Karan Aujla

Karan Aujla, the British Columbia-based singer, rapper and songwriter nominated for TikTok JUNO Fan Choice and Breakthrough Artist of the Year* will join the revered lineup of Canadian musical excellence in Halifax. Hitting the highest spot for a Punjabi artist ever on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart, he’s also making a name for himself globally combining traditional Punjabi with pop, hip-hop and R&B influences to captivate audiences around the world. Aujla’s debut album, BacTHAfuKUP (B.T.F.U.), solidified his place as an ambassador of Punjabi music worldwide, with a hundred million streams across streaming platforms, and #6 placement on Spotify’s Global Chart and in 2021 was dubbed India’s most prominent artist. Karan is approaching 3 billion views on YouTube, has garnered over one billion audio streams, and 7.5 million Spotify monthly listeners.

TALK

Breakaway rockstar TALK will take audiences to another planet with an electrifying and eccentric performance this March. He launched himself into the stratosphere with his debut single “Run Away to Mars” which has earned over 200+ million streams, rising to #1 on the Spotify Global Viral 50, and reaching multi-platinum certification around the world, including in Canada, the United States, Sweden, Norway and more. TALK released his debut album this past October, Lord of the Flies & Birds & Bees, which has already gone Gold in Canada. He also begins touring across North America this month with several Canadian stops.

These artists join previously announced performances from The Beaches, Charlotte Cardin, Nelly Furtado and this year’s Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee Maestro Fresh Wes, who will be honoured during a special moment presented by TD Bank Group.

2024 Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award

It was also announced that Halifax’s own esteemed industry veteran, entertainment lawyer and artist manager Chip Sutherland will receive this year’s Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award. The distinguished honour recognizes individuals whose work has significantly impacted the growth and development of the Canadian music industry. The award is named after the legendary Canadian publisher and co-founder of The JUNO Awards. Sutherland was born in Montreal and grew up in Belleville, Ontario before moving to the East Coast.

After graduating from Dalhousie’s Schulich School of Law in 1988, Sutherland continued to pursue his love of music as the drummer for pop-rock group BlackPool, while simultaneously starting his law practice. Soon after he altered his path to incorporate his passion for music, beginning by helping his friends in the band Sloan negotiate their first record deal and becoming their manager. Sutherland’s support and influence have been integral to the success and development of countless Canadian musicians including Feist, Sloan, The Rankin Family, Alvvays, and Mustafa as a manager and many more artists as a lawyer.

Sutherland has shown enormous leadership and been a pivotal member of the Canadian music industry throughout his career. He joined the board of CARAS as its first-ever director from Atlantic Canada, playing a role in creating the MusiCounts education charity, as well as designing and spearheading the Radio Starmaker Fund as its Executive Director, a role he has held since 2005. Under his stewardship, the Starmaker Fund has distributed $170 million over the past 23 years and continues to be a key component of the music industry funding ecosystem in Canada. In 2012 Sutherland was asked by legendary music industry lawyer Donald Passman to co-author a Canadian edition of his book “All You Need to Know about the Music Business” to provide artists with the knowledge and insight to help navigate the intricacies of the Canadian market.

The award will be presented to Sutherland at the JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada on Saturday, March 23 at the Halifax Convention Centre in Halifax, NS.

Previously announced special award recipients include Tegan and Sara who will be honoured with the prestigious 2024 Humanitarian Award for their enormous charitable achievements. Academy Award®-nominated actor, writer, producer, director, and Halifax native, Elliot Page, will present the honour live on The JUNO Awards Broadcast.

The celebrations commence on Thursday, March 21, culminating with The JUNO Awards Broadcast on Sunday, March 24. The 53rd Annual JUNO Awards, hosted by Canadian pop icon, Nelly Furtado and produced by Insight Productions (a Boat Rocker company), will broadcast and stream live across Canada from Scotiabank Centre in Halifax at 8 p.m. ET/9 p.m. AST on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos and CBC Music’s YouTube page.

Tickets for The 2024 JUNO Awards are on sale and start at $49.00 (plus tax and fees) and are available for purchase at  CBCMusic.ca/junos. 

*Award Sponsors for The 2024 JUNO Awards include: TikTok JUNO Fan Choice, Single of the Year Presented by YouTube, Album of the Year Presented by Music Canada, Artist of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada, Group of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada, Breakthrough Artist of the Year Presented by FACTOR, The Government of Canada and Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters, Breakthrough Group of the Year Presented by FACTOR, The Government of Canada and Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters, Songwriter of the Year Presented by SOCAN, Adult Alternative Album of the Year Presented by Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, Jack Richardson Producer of the Year Presented by Audio-Technica, Electronic Album of the Year Presented by Nissan and Comedy Album of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada and Contemporary Indigenous Artist or Group of the Year Presented by Destination Indigenous.

(Photo credit: Canadian Press)