Posts Filed Under: “polaris music prize”

Urban Planner: What’s On In Toronto, September 15-20

This week, the music of the movies; Toronto Fringe Festival hits return; outdoor eating and activities on the streets, beaches, and in parks; celebrations of Jon Kaplan, the Polaris Prize short list, and more.

By Steve Fisher Sep. 15th, 5:35 pm

Anatomy of the 2015 Polaris Music Prize

We take a close look at Canada's most prestigious music award.

By Jessica Buck Sep. 21st, 1:00 pm

Throat Singer Tanya Tagaq Claims Polaris Music Prize

Nunavut-raised musician wins best Canadian album for Animism.

By Sarah Sweet Sep. 23rd, 11:45 am

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Godspeed You! Black Emperor Skips the Polaris Prize Gala, Wins Anyway

The Montreal post-rock act was a no-show at Monday's ceremony.

By Chris Dart Sep. 24th, 9:00 am

Watch the Polaris Music Prize Gala Live

Courtesy of AUX, you can watch tonight's Polaris Music Prize ceremony without leaving your desk.

By Torontoist Sep. 23rd, 7:00 pm

The 2013 Polaris Prize Shortlist Includes Metz, Zaki Ibrahim, and Metric

Three Toronto-based acts are up for the 2013 Polaris Music Prize.

By Chris Dart Jul. 16th, 2:00 pm

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Polaris Gala Shows All That’s Right with Canadian Music

Feist may have won this year's Polaris Prize, but the gala was as much about showcasing talent as it was giving away giant cheques.

By Chris Dart • Photos by D.A. CooperSep. 25th, 9:15 am

Urban Planner: July 18, 2012

Happening today: Worldwide Short Film Festival winners screen at Bloor Hot Docs Cinema, Buffy Sainte-Marie plays at Yonge-Dundas Square, and the premiere of Top Sketch Canada at the Black Swan Tavern.

By Jessica Buck Jul. 18th, 7:00 am

Urban Planner: June 26, 2012

Tonight: The Gayest Show on Earth takes over the Gladstone, music critics discuss the Polaris Prize, and a celebration of Gino Bartali's Road to Valor.

By Jessica Buck Jun. 26th, 7:00 am

Great Bands, Great Hall, Great Cause

Fucked Up channels the holiday spirit and puts on two epic concerts for charity.

By Corbin Smith • Photos by Corbin SmithDec. 27th, 2:30 pm

Hooded Fang Makes Some Noise

Jamming at the library for kids and their parents.

By Brian Cauley (Guest Contributor) • Photos by Corbin SmithOct. 5th, 1:00 pm

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2011 Polaris Prize Goes to Arcade Fire

Canada's biggest little "indie" band are the prize's first commercially and critically successful winners.

By Nicole Villeneuve • Photos by Corbin SmithSep. 20th, 10:30 am

The 2011 Polaris Music Prize Long List

By Nicole Villeneuve Jun. 16th, 3:00 pm

2010 Polaris Music Prize Winner Announced

By Steve Kupferman Sep. 20th, 11:43 pm

Tegan and Sara Ponder Polaris Awardhood

By Nicole Villeneuve Sep. 16th, 2:37 pm

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The Polaris Prize 2010 Shortlist is Part Déjà Vu, Part Déjà Huh?

By Nicole Villeneuve Jul. 6th, 5:35 pm

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Polaris Prize 2010 Long List Reveals that Toronto is the Best

By Steve Fisher Jun. 18th, 2:51 pm

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Sound Advice: Swim by Caribou

By Alex Nino Gheciu Apr. 20th, 4:00 pm