Unsung Hero

Submission Deadline for 2027 Unsung Hero Applications is September 15, 2026

The Unsung Hero Award is presented annually in recognition of the exceptional contribution of an individual, active in any aspect of the Canadian folk music scene (production, promotion, presentation, etc). It is meant to recognize someone from across the country who works tirelessly behind the scenes for the love of the music and who has not been recognized for their contributions by national or international music entities. It includes volunteers in all their diversity who, year after year, lend support to folk clubs, festivals, house concerts, etc. Posthumous nominations are not accepted.

To nominate your Unsung Hero, please fill out the nomination form at the bottom of this page. Once submitted, you will receive an email confirming that your submission has been received. Please send any questions to [email protected].

All submissions are adjudicated by members of the CFMA Board of Directors, who will select a recipient from the eligible submitted candidates. There is no fee for this nomination.

Unsung Hero Nomination

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