Women In Music Canada - Career Achievement Recipient 2026
Simone to receive the prestegious award March 4, 2026!
WOMEN IN MUSIC CANADA ANNOUNCES THE 2026 HONOURS NOMINEES 4th ANNUAL HONOURS CELEBRATION TAKES PLACE MARCH 5 AT TORONTO’S QUEEN ELIZABETH THEATRE
"Incredibly honoured to be acknowledged for my years of contribution to Canadian Music! This means so much. Thank you Women In Music Canada for this beautiful moment and acknowledgment " - Simone
TORONTO, ON – January 23, 2026 – The 4th Annual Women In Music Canada Honours returns to Toronto’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre on Thursday, March 5th. An evening of community, celebration and inspiration, the event’s festivities include the announcement of 2026 Honours recipients and recognizing Career Achievement Award recipients – Simone Denny, Sharon Hinds, Ava Kobrinsky, Sarah Lutz and Patti-Anne Tarlton. New this year will be an honouree named for the category of Excellence in Sound Production (Presented by Fearless Creative, Music Publishers Canada and National Arts Centre).
Hosted by CBC’s Saroja Coelho, the night will include performances by Billianne, Annabel Oreste, DJ Me Time and Simar. An afterparty at Annabel’s (upstairs from the Queen Elizabeth Theatre) will take place at the conclusion of the event. Tickets are available for purchase here.
“Women In Music Canada Honours stands for more than awards — it reflects a commitment to equity, visibility and opportunity for women and gender-diverse professionals at every level of the music industry,” says Jamelia Campbell, Chair, Women In Music Canada Board of Directors Honours Committee. “This year’s submissions speak to an extraordinary level of talent, creativity, and leadership, and we look forward to recognizing those whose work is strengthening our industry and our shared cultural landscape.”
The WIM Canada Honours program is designed to celebrate and support Canadian innovators and creators who have had outstanding success in their field in the eligibility year (December 2024 through December 2025 for the annual based categories). The 2026 honourees will receive gift packages from event partners and women-owned Canadian businesses.
The 2026 list of nominees began with an open call for submissions which included 490 entries. The nominees and honourees were determined through a juried process including category juries, with a total of 43 industry jurors weighing in, and verified by the Women In Music Canada Board of Directors Honours Committee. Submissions for consideration were made by the prospective honouree or another Canadian colleague. The final honouree recipients will be curated from the list of nominees by a finalist jury, with the Artist of the Year category being decided on by public vote – cast your vote here: https://womeninmusic.ca
The Honours Event caps off a week of activities recognizing and celebrating International Women’s Week. Toronto will host the 2026 Global Summit, which takes place March 2-4, 2026 at The Allied Music Centre and TD Music Hall. Bringing together women and gender-diverse leaders from across the global music industry, this 3-day event focuses on interactive and inspiring programming that includes panels and keynotes, workshops and mentorship, networking and community building, as well as a songwriting round. For more information or to register to attend visit Women in Music Canada’s website https://womeninmusic.ca
INSPIRE AWARDS: INTERNATIONAL ICON AWARD!
Simone is truly honoured to be the recipient of the 2025 INSPIRE Awards International Icon Award.
"Presented annually by the Board of Directors on INSPIRE Awards, the International Icon Award honours an individual whose work, on the global stage, has uplifted and advanced the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The Recipient is selected each year by the Board in recognition of their lasting international impact, visibility, and leadership."
Please visit the INSPIRE Awards site at: InspireAwards.ca
black actors film guild canada -LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD!
Simone to receive the prestegious award feb. 14, 2026!
"Looking forward to receiving this Lifetime Achievement Award in person February 14th. Thank you so much black actors film guild canada for this acknowledgement and honour!" - Simone
A legend. A legacy. A voice that shaped generations.
The 3rd Canadian Black Screen Awards proudly honour Simone Denny — four-time Juno Award winner and seven-time Juno Award nominee — with the 2026 CBS Awards Lifetime Achievement Award.
From groundbreaking music to cultural influence that transcends borders, Simone Denny's contribution to Canada's creative identity is undeniable. Her artistry, excellence, and impact continue to inspire generations of performers and storytellers.
Honouring a Canadian Legend during Black History. www.bafgcanada.com
CBC Radio "The Bloc" Presents: February Flowers Simone Denny
"Born in Toronto to Guyanese parents, Simone Denny grew up immersed in music. Though music wasn’t her first passion, a Grade 6 talent show changed everything, launching her journey into formal opera training, R&B and dance, all which eventually led to her first Juno nod in the ’90s.
As the lead vocalist for Toronto Eurodance group Love Inc., Denny delivered major hits including the Juno-winning single Broken Bones, and the platinum hit You’re a Superstar. Denny remains a beloved icon for her contributions to Canadian dance music in the ‘90s and beyond."
Hear the full February Flowers feature at: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-479-the-block/clip/16195648-february-flowers-simone-denny