Juno Awards Reinstates Suspended Categories for 2025

The Juno Awards have reversed their decision to place the Christian/Gospel, Reggae, and Children's Album of the Year categories on hiatus due to significant backlash from the music community. Allan Reid, head of the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), announced that these categories will be included in the 2025 awards, following a review process that considered industry feedback and data. The initial decision to shelve these awards prompted an outcry from artists and advocates, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and representation in recognizing Black-led genres. CARAS plans to reveal further changes for the upcoming awards, focusing on the evolving Canadian music landscape. The fate of another category, the international album of the year, remains unclear as CARAS has not provided additional details. The Junos are set to take place in Vancouver in 2025.