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Polaris Music Prize

Name: Polaris Music Prize
Start: 2026-09-22
End: 2026-09-22
Location: Toronto

The Polaris Music Prize is an annual ceremony in Toronto that honors the best Canadian album of the year based on artistic merit. Awarded by a jury of over 200 music industry professionals, the prize recognizes excellence regardless of genre, sales, or popularity. In 2026, the duo Angine de Poitrine received the honor for their album Vol. II.

Date: Sep 22, 2026
Location: Toronto
Status: Recently ended

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Awarded to Angine de Poitrine for Vol. II
Judged by a jury of 200+ industry professionals
Focuses on artistic merit over commercial sales

The Polaris Music Prize ceremony serves as a prestigious platform for Canadian music, focusing on the artistic quality of full-length albums. Winners are selected by a large panel of critics and broadcasters who evaluate entries based on creative achievement rather than commercial success. The 2026 event was held in Toronto on a Tuesday evening, where the winner was selected from a ten-album shortlist.

The 2026 recipient, Angine de Poitrine, is a math-rock duo from Chicoutimi, Quebec, recognized for their complex instrumental work on the album Vol. II. The prize is intended to highlight both established artists and under-the-radar performers, maintaining a reputation for celebrating the best in independent and prestige music across Canada.

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