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Cision Canada
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
TOM GREEN ANNOUNCED AS HOST OF THE 2025 CCMA AWARDS PRESENTED BY TD IN KELOWNA, BC
TORONTO, June 26, 2025 /CNW/ - The Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) is thrilled to announce that comedian, actor, and cultural icon Tom Green will host the 2025 CCMA Awards presented by TD, broadcasting live for the first time ever from Prospera Place in Kelowna, British Columbia on Saturday, September 13 at 8 p.m. ET, exclusively on CTV, and the CTV app. The show will also be available to stream next day on Crave. This year's show will mark the spectacular finale to Country Music Week 2025, running from Wednesday, September 10 to Saturday, September 13, transforming Kelowna into the ultimate destination for fans, artists, and industry professionals alike. A Canadian original and global trailblazer, Tom Green is set to bring his signature humour, energy, and irreverent charm to the biggest night in Canadian country music. Known for pushing boundaries and breaking conventions, Green promises a hosting debut that will be unforgettable, unfiltered, and uniquely his own. " I'm honoured to be hosting the CCMA Awards," said Green. " Country music has always been a big part of my life growing up in Canada. I can't wait to be part of this celebration and to bring a few surprises to the stage in Kelowna." The 2025 CCMA Awards presented by TD will feature an all-star lineup of performers and presenters, including a dynamic mix of country's brightest stars (full list coming soon) set to deliver an unforgettable night of music and celebration. " We're beyond excited to welcome Tom Green to host this year's CCMA Awards," said Amy Jeninga, President of the CCMA. " His bold creativity and deep Canadian roots make him the perfect choice to lead a show that celebrates connection, community, and world-class entertainment. With Tom at the helm, and a powerhouse lineup of performers, we're confident Kelowna is in for a night to remember." Country Music Week 2025 and the CCMA Awards presented by TD are made possible with the support of the Government of British Columbia, Creative BC, the City of Kelowna, local tourism partners, and the 2025 Host Committee. About The Canadian Country Music Association ® (CCMA ®) Established in 1976, the CCMA ® is a membership-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and recognition of Canadian country music. Built upon the foundation to educate, elevate, and celebrate Canadian talent, the CCMA progressively heralds the spirit, community, and creativity that country music fosters through year-round initiatives, culminating every fall with Country Music Week and the Canadian Country Music Association Awards. About CTV CTV is Canada's most-watched broadcaster and has been #1 for the past 24 years in a row. CTV provides unparalleled entertainment programming across two broadcast networks and streaming from and the CTV app; a powerful suite of specialty channels including CTV Comedy Channel, CTV Drama Channel, CTV Life Channel, CTV Sci-Fi Channel, CTV Wild Channel, CTV Nature Channel, and CTV Speed Channel; and digital channels CTV Throwback and CTV Movies. CTV also features a wide range of sports and information programming, including CTV News, Canada's highest-rated national and local newscasts. Bell Media's suite of specialty channels also includes USA Network, Oxygen True Crime, Much, and E!. CTV's parent company is Bell Media, Canada's premier multimedia company with leading assets in premium video, audio, out-of-home advertising, and digital media.
Associated Press
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Canada, meet your 2025 SiriusXM Top of the Country finalists!
With voting now closed, the finalists gear up for a summer-long journey to claim the title of Top of the Country champion TORONTO, April 14, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, SiriusXM Canada and the Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) are thrilled to announce the three finalists for the 2025 SiriusXM Top of the Country competition. Following a nationwide vote—open to Canadian music fans and industry experts—three standout country artists are moving forward to the final stage. The top three have earned exclusive mentorship opportunities and will perform at major live events across the country, culminating at Country Music Week 2025 in September. Here, our finalists will perform live on stage, and one will be crowned this year's SiriusXM Top of the Country champion, awarded a grand prize of $25,000, with the two runners-up taking home $10,000 each. The 2025 SiriusXM Top of the Country finalists are: 'This year's voting period was a fantastic show of support for Canadian country music, and the caliber of talent only amplified this sense of national pride, driving more fans to vote,' says Michelle Mearns, SVP of Programming & Operations, SiriusXM Canada. 'This competition is a true testament to our shared commitment to homegrown music from coast to coast. We're excited to see fans continue cheering on these artists as they race toward the finale!' The finalists will continue their journey with a trip to the capital of country music—Nashville—for CMA Fest this June, where they'll connect with top industry experts and prepare for their upcoming live performances. In August, they'll take the stage at Montréal's LASSO country music festival—a key moment on the road to crowning the 2025 SiriusXM Top of the Country champion in Kelowna, BC during Country Music Week 2025 this September. Broadcast live on SiriusXM's Top of the Country Radio (Ch. 171), the finale will feature unforgettable performances from all three finalists — but only one will take home the crown! 'We're incredibly excited to see this year's competition unfold,' says Amy Jeninga, President, CCMA. 'The country music scene in Canada and around the world continues to expand every year, and it's an incredible honour to elevate and celebrate the passionate artists and fans across the country who make SiriusXM's Top of the Country possible.' SiriusXM's Top of the Country in partnership with the CCMA is part of SiriusXM's ongoing tradition of promoting and elevating the best emerging Canadian music. SiriusXM continues to offer a leading platform for Canadian artists through its significant financial contributions and North American-wide reach. About SiriusXM Canada Sirius XM Canada Inc., operating as SiriusXM Canada, is the country's leading audio entertainment company. SiriusXM creates and offers ad-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; podcasts; and exclusive talk and entertainment. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company, as well as on smartphones and all connected devices on the SiriusXM app. For more information, visit Join SiriusXM Canada on Facebook at on X at @siriusxmcanada, on Instagram at @siriusxmcanada and on YouTube at SiriusXM radios and accessories are available from retailers nationwide and online at SiriusXM. In addition, SiriusXM Music for Business provides ad-free music to a variety of businesses. SiriusXM is also a leading provider of connected vehicles services, giving customers access to a suite of safety, security, and convenience services including automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, enhanced roadside assistance and turn-by-turn navigation. SiriusXM Canada has been designated one of Canada's Best Managed Companies 15 years in a row and is currently a Platinum Club Member. About The Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) Established in 1976, the CCMA® is a membership-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion and recognition of Canadian country music. Built upon the foundation to educate, elevate, and celebrate Canadian talent, the CCMA progressively heralds the spirit, community, and creativity that country music fosters through year-round initiatives, culminating every fall with Country Music Week and the Canadian Country Music Association Awards. SOURCE Sirius XM Canada Inc.
