Juno Awards 2021: Full list of winners

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The Weeknd took home artist of the year and album of the year at the 50th annual Juno Awards on Sunday, while singer-songwriter Buffy Sainte-Marie opened the showby asking for compassion following the recent announcementby theTk'emlps te Secwpemc First Nation.

"It's shocking to some people and a revelation, but it's not news to Indigenous people," she said, referring to the announcement that preliminary findings from a survey conducted by a specialist in ground-penetrating radarindicated the remains of whatcould be 215 children buried on the siteof a former residential school in Kamloops, B.C.

Sunday's broadcast wrapped up a week of events, including opening night on Friday where the Junos gave out 37 awards, including raprecording of the year, rock album of the year and more.

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The night kicked off with performance of Somebodyby Justin Bieber and also featured a tribute to 30 years of hip hop in Canada with a performance by Maestro Fresh Wes, NAV, Kardinall Offishall and more.

The showalso includedJann Arden's induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. "I think I'm too young," Arden said.

"Grateful to everyone who has helped me over the years and those who didn't help me because they helped me become more persistent."

Afull list of winners from opening night can be foundhere. The winners announced Sunday included:

• Traditional r&b/soul recording of the yearSolid, Savannah R.
• Artistof the yearThe Weeknd.
• Breakthrough artist of the yearJP Saxe.
• Album of the yearAfter Hours, The Weeknd.
• Pop album of the yearChanges, Justin Bieber.
• Juno fan choice Shawn Mendes.

Support is available for anyone affected by their experience at residential schoolsand those who are triggered by the latest reports.

A national Indian Residential School Crisis Line has been set up to provide support for former students and those affected. People can access emotional and crisis referral services by calling the 24-hour national crisis line: 1-866-925-4419.