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CARAS Reverses Decision, Adds Two More Categories
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) reversed its decision to remove the reggae, gospel, and children’s categories from the JUNO Awards after significant backlash. The initial removal, announced in early September, sparked a debate within the Canadian music industry, particularly due to the importance of these genres to Black communities. In response to criticism, CARAS reinstated the categories and added new ones, including Songwriter of the Year and South Asian Recording of the Year, aiming to better reflect the diversity of Canadian music. The 2025 JUNO Awards will be held in Vancouver.