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Junos 101

THE 2011 JUNO AWARDS with performances by Arcade Fire, Broken Social Scene, Chromeo, Down with Webster, Hedley, Johnny Reid, Sarah McLachlan and more, at the Air Canada Centre (40 Bay), Sunday (March 27), 7:45 pm. $99-$213.75. TM. The show airs on CTV starting at 8 pm.


The Juno Awards haven’t been held in T.O. for a decade, and this year’s show has one of the strongest lineups of performers in its history, many of whom have appeared on our cover. The ceremony, telecast by CTV Sunday (March 27) at 8 pm, is hosted by Toronto hip-hop superstar Drake.

In addition to the awards themselves, the institution takes over local clubs for JunoFest, with more than 100 bands playing at 20 venues over two nights. Consider picking up a wristband to save on cover charges.

There’s also the Juno Cup, which pits musicians against NHL greats in a clash of the titans.

For music fans on a budget, the free Juno Block Party hits Metro Square tonight (Thursday, March 24), with City and Colour, and Hannah Georgas opening up. Also free is Juno Fan Fare, Saturday (March 26) at MuchMusic (299 Queen West), where fans can meet their heroes and get their autographs.

Continuing through November at the Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor West) is Juno Sole, where footwear worn by musicians like Paul Anka, Bryan Adams and Anne Murray will be on view. CanRock memorabilia lovers should check out the Juno Photography Exhibition at First Canadian Place (100 King West): images from the past 40 years of the awards, including some never-before-seen shots.

For more Juno-related art, the AGO hosts The Juno Tour Of Canadian Art until August 31, featuring work selected by Juno nominees and winners alongside video clips of the musicians talking about their picks.

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