CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize

CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize (2016- )

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2016-09-18CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize PrimerSep 18, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize premiere?

CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize premiered on June 16, 2006.

Who hosted CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize was hosted by Tom Power.

What was the format of CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize followed a format where a panel of jurors selected the best Canadian album of the year.

How were the nominees selected for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, the nominees for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize were selected based on artistic merit, without regard to genre or sales figures.

Who won CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, Kaytranada won CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize for his album "99.9%".

How many albums were shortlisted for the CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, a total of 10 albums were shortlisted for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize.

What was the prize amount for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, the winner of CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize received a cash prize of CAD $50,000.

Who were the judges for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, the judges for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize were a panel of music journalists, broadcasters, and industry professionals.

Did CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize have live performances in 2016?

Yes, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize featured live performances by the nominated artists in 2016.

How many jurors were there for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

In 2016, there were 196 jurors who participated in the selection process for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize.

Was there a longlist announced for CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize in 2016?

Yes, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize announced a longlist of 40 albums in 2016, which was later narrowed down to the shortlist.

Did CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize have any special guests in 2016?

Yes, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize featured special guest presenters and performers throughout the event in 2016.

Where did CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize take place in 2016?

In 2016, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize took place at The Carlu in Toronto, Canada.

How many years had CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize been running in 2016?

In 2016, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize had been running for 11 years.

Did CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize have any international nominees in 2016?

No, CBC Music's Polaris Music Prize only considered Canadian albums for the prize in 2016.

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