This is an annual award recognizing the exceptional contribution of an individual, group, or organization to any aspect of the Canadian folk music scene (performance, promotion, presentation, etc). It is meant to recognize those who work tirelessly behind the scenes for the love of the music who have not been recognized for their contributions.
If you know someone who deserves this award, please fill out the nomination form below.
Past Recipients
Previous recipients include Toronto Publicist Jane Harbury (2011), New Brunswick Journalist Gerry Taylor (2012), Winnipeg Folk Festival Founder Mitch Podolak (2013), Ottawa Impresario and Philanthropist Harvey Glatt (2014), Ottawa Folklore Centre Founder Arthur McGregor (2015), Vancouver’s Rogue Folk Club founder, Steve Edge (2016), and Freshwater, Carbonear’s volunteer, mentor, presenter and musician Gerry Strong (2017).