St. John’s, NL – Planning for the 2010 JUNO Awards and festivities kicked into full swing today as the Honourable Danny Williams, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and Ken Marshall, Chair of the Host Committee, unveiled the official branding for the Host City 2010 JUNO Awards festivities and announced membership of the Host Committee. Senator Fabian Manning, on behalf of the Government of Canada, His Worship Mayor Dennis O’Keefe and Melanie Berry, President of the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts & Science (CARAS) also participated in today’s announcement.
The branding – “Ruckus on the Edge,” designed by Target Marketing, is an expression of Newfoundland and Labrador’s unique culture and creativity. Depicted with bright, cheerful colours of clapboard row houses adorned with speakers, “Ruckus on the Edge” creates an energetic and playful vibe, inviting people all across the country to celebrate the best in Canadian music – Newfoundland and Labrador style.
“The Host City logo for the 2010 JUNO Awards is literally bursting with energy,” said Premier Williams. “It’s a strong, bold visual expression and it reflects the strength and vigor of Newfoundland and Labrador and its people. With the unveiling of the official Host City logo, the countdown to the ‘Ruckus’ can begin. The province looks forward to hosting these exciting festivities and celebrating the Canadian music industry.”
Ken Marshall, President (Atlantic Region) for Rogers Cable Communications Inc. and Chair of the Host Committee said a team has been assembled and preparations are well underway to ensure next year’s events are the JUNO Awards no one in the industry will want to miss.
“Newfoundland and Labrador’s ability to deliver a rip-roaring and highly entertaining JUNO Awards week was proven in 2002 and next year will be no different,” said Marshall. “Our community is very tuned in to the music and arts scene and the willingness for people to jump on board has been phenomenal. An event of this magnitude requires countless hours from many volunteers to make it happen.”
Marshall also announced the members of the volunteer JUNO Awards Host Committee. They are:
- Ann Anderson, Aboriginal/Francophone Chair
- Paul Antle, Volunteer Chair
- Carolyn Chaplin, Public Relations & Media Chair
- Gerry Crocker, Finance Chair
- Eleanor Dawson, Advisory Committee
- Cathy Duke, Advisory Committee
- Charlotte Jewczyk, Marketing & Pageantry Chair
- Paul Lannon, Finance & Sponsorship Chair
- Elizabeth Lawrence, Host City Events/Operations (City of St. John’s) Chair
- Sheena McCrate, Mile One Centre Liaison
- Trevor Morris, Host Services & Protocol Chair
- Fergus O’Byrne, Education Chair
- Denis Parker, Host Activity Chair
- Ron Penney, Advisory Committee
Corporate Community Responsive
The first two corporate partners of the 2010 JUNO Awards Host Committee were also named. Fortis Properties and Target Marketing have each committed a platinum level sponsorship. The Committee is hoping to generate $500,000 through corporate sponsorship. “Our corporate community enables us to pursue with confidence these events which position Newfoundland & Labrador on the national stage,” added Marshall. “Certainly, they recognize the tremendous opportunity we have in hosting the 2010 JUNO Awards and the associated sponsorship value with this event. They have proven that in 2002 and we are already seeing the same level of corporate enthusiasm.”
“The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, is proud to support the 2010 JUNOs in St. John’s,” said Senator Fabian Manning, on behalf of the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of State for ACOA. “Our early commitment of $500,000 in funding is recognition of the important role this unique cultural event plays in showcasing to Canadians the amazing energy and diversity of achievement of our music industry. The success of Canada’s cultural industries helps drive the success of the broader economy.”
The Provincial Government has committed $750,000 to host the 2010 Awards. Other sponsors to date include the Government of Canada and the City of St. John’s. “The host brand dynamically represents the heritage, colour and culture that is St. John’s, Canada’s cultural capital,” stated Mayor O’Keefe. “The JUNO Awards in St. John’s will bring significant benefit to the hospitality and music industries. It will create many opportunities to showcase our talent to the rest of Canada.” The JUNO Awards were last held here in 2002. The 2010 JUNO Awards week will include a variety of events and festivities. Information on ticket sales will be forthcoming early in 2010.
Media Contacts:
JUNO 2010 Host Committee:
Carolyn Chaplin
Public Relations & Media Chair
709-726-1449/709-746-9191 (Cell)
carolyn@ifactory.ca
CARAS & JUNO Awards:
Katherine Holmes
Holmes Creative Communications
416-628-5604/416-919-6310 (Cell)
kholmes@hccink.com
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador:
Elizabeth Matthews Roger Scaplen
Director of Communications Press Secretary
Office of the Premier Office of the Premier
709-729-3960 709-729-4304, 709-727-0991
elizabethmatthews@gov.nl.ca rogerscaplen@gov.nl.ca
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency:
Doug Burgess
Director of Public Affairs
ACOA NL
709-772-2935
dougburgess@acoa-apeca.gc.ca