CCMA Nominees Announced
Canadian Country Music Association Unveils 2026 CCMA Awards Nominees, Josh Ross and Cameron Whitcomb Lead
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The Canadian Country Music Association has named its nominees for the 2026 CCMA Awards, with 192 artists and industry professionals in the running across all categories, according to Leader-Post. The ceremony will take place on September 19 at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Leading the pack are Josh Ross and Cameron Whitcomb, each earning seven nominations — the most of any artist this year, Montreal Gazette reported. Notably, 71 of this year's nominees are first-timers, making it one of the more wide-open fields in recent memory.
Josh Ross and Cameron Whitcomb Lead the Nominee Pack
Josh Ross and Cameron Whitcomb each grabbed seven nominations, putting them well ahead of the field. Both artists have been among the most active in Canadian country music over the past year. Their seven-nomination haul signals a strong showing heading into the September ceremony, Ottawa Sun noted.
Other familiar names are also in the mix. Morgan Griffiths, Nate Haller, Brett Kissel, Meghan Patrick, and Tenille Townes all earned nominations this cycle, according to Financial Post. The broad spread of nominees reflects a busy year across the Canadian country scene.
71 First-Time Nominees Signal Fresh Talent Rising
Of the 192 total nominees, 71 are earning their first-ever CCMA nomination. That works out to roughly 37% of the entire nominee pool being new to the list. Hanna Herald reported that the number points to a growing wave of emerging artists breaking into Canada's country music mainstream.
First-time nominees bring added stakes to the night. For many, a CCMA nod alone can boost radio play and touring opportunities. The high number of newcomers this year suggests the industry is actively recognizing rising voices alongside established stars.
Saskatoon Hosts the Show Live on CTV and Crave
The 2026 CCMA Awards will be held at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon on September 19. The venue is one of Saskatchewan's largest arenas, capable of hosting major live events. Tickets are already available for fans who want to attend in person, according to The Whig.
For those watching from home, the show will air live on CTV and stream on Crave through the live CTV channel. That means fans across Canada can watch the full ceremony without needing a ticket, Montreal Gazette reported.
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