Add another star to the Junos guest list: Prime Minister Mark Carney.
The prime minister will make his Junos debut at Hamilton’s TD Coliseum on Sunday evening.
Also due at the ceremony are Joni Mitchell, who will receive a lifetime achievement award, and Nelly Furtado, who is being inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Sarah McLachlan and Allison Russell will perform a tribute for Mitchell, while Alessia Cara, Jully Black, Shawn Desman and Tanya Tagaq will collaborate on a celebration of Furtado’s music.
Leading nominees including Justin Bieber, Tate McRae and The Weeknd are not expected to attend.
The Junos, hosted by comedian-turned-musician Mae Martin, will air on CBC TV, CBC Gem and other CBC platforms at 8 p.m. Eastern on Sunday.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 28, 2026.
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