November 30, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Maverick Gary Slaight
to be honoured with the Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award
at the 2012 JUNO Awards

Broadcast chief, philanthropist and music entrepreneur recognized for his outstanding contributions to the Canadian music industry

Toronto, ON (November 30, 2011) – The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) is pleased to announce Gary Slaight as the recipient of the 2012 Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award, recognizing individuals who have made an impact in the Canadian music industry. Slaight will be honoured at the 2012 JUNO Gala Dinner & Awards on Saturday, March 31 in Ottawa, ON.

“Gary Slaight’s remarkable intuition in business as well as the Canadian music industry is rare.  He’s not only distinguished himself as a music innovator, he has made it his mandate to proactively support our nation’s talented artists through the Slaight Family Foundation and Slaight Music,” said Melanie Berry, President & CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards.  “We are very pleased to recognize Gary Slaight with the Walt Grealis Special Achievement Award for his exceptional contributions.”