Fan-first experiences return with the JUNOS | Skip Orange Carpet, on-site activations, national contesting and a new Skip To The Good Part(y) to be revealed during JUNO Week by Canadian Music’s Official Delivery Partner
TORONTO, ON (March 11, 2026) – Today, The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (CARAS) and Skip, Canada’s homegrown delivery network, announce the return of Skip as Lead Partner and Official Delivery Partner of The 2026 JUNO Awards, marking the Canadian-born brand’s second year partnering with Canada’s Biggest Week in Music.
After a successful first year, Skip is expanding its presence in 2026, reaffirming its support for Canadian talent while strengthening its connection with music fans nationwide. The brand recently announced Skip to the Good Part(y) x JUNOS, a brand-new pre-party taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Designed as an intimate concert experience, the one-night-only, win-to-get-in event will feature a performance by 9x JUNO Award-winning band and hometown heroes, Arkells. The event will deliver an unforgettable night of live music, iconic local bites, and immersive brand moments.
In true Skip fashion, Skip wants to bring Canadians in on the action. Fans can win tickets to Skip to the Good Part(y) x JUNOS by visiting Skip’s Instagram, @skip_canada, and following along for a chance to win.
“As Canada’s homegrown delivery network, we’re about more than just delivery – we’re about helping Canadians Skip to the Good Part by showing up in the cultural moments that matter most, like JUNOS” said Rachel MacAdam, Vice President of Marketing at Skip. “Following the excitement of last year’s JUNOS, we’re thrilled to be back even bigger in 2026 with multiple fan touchpoints throughout the weekend – creating new ways for fans to connect with and celebrate the incredible talent that defines Canadian music and culture.”
For the second consecutive year, Skip will bring back the JUNOS | Skip Orange Carpet, once again transforming Canada’s largest carpet into a bold, unmistakable orange moment where artists, fans, and creators come together during JUNO Week. The Orange Carpet will anchor Skip’s high-visibility presence prior to The 2026 JUNO Awards Broadcast.
Building on last year’s momentum, Skip will once again bring the energy of the JUNO Awards to life with a high-impact Skip Fan Zone located directly on the JUNOS | Skip Orange Carpet. Music fans will have the chance to join in on the excitement through an Instagram giveaway running March 12–20, offering lucky winners the opportunity to score tickets to the JUNO Awards and exclusive access to the Skip Fan Zone. Entering is simple: follow @Skip_Canada, like the post, and tag the friend you’d bring as your +1 for a VIP night at The JUNOS. From there, guests can soak up the electric atmosphere, snap the perfect photo, wave to their favourite stars, and enjoy spontaneous Skip surprises, bites from local vendors, and plenty of shareable moments throughout the night.
New this year, Skip will be creating its “Orange Room” experience on the first-level concourse of TD Coliseum during The 2026 JUNO Awards Broadcast – the ultimate pre-show glam stop that will allow guests to get the star treatment before the festivities begin. Guests can enjoy professional hair and makeup touch-ups before striking a pose against a bold, Skip Orange backdrop. Each fan’s photo will be printed on a one-of-a-kind Skip x JUNOS badge featuring their name and The JUNOS date – the perfect keepsake to remember this unforgettable night. In addition to their own badge, guests can leave the Orange Room with a complimentary swag bag filled with essentials for the night (while supplies last).
“Skip’s return for a second year reflects the strength of this partnership and our shared passion for celebrating Canadian music,” said Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS. “From the Orange Carpet to exciting new moments like Skip to the Good Part(y) x JUNOS, this collaboration brings fresh energy to The JUNOS” said Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS, CEO, MusiCounts.
The 55th Annual JUNO Awards, produced by Insight Productions (A Blue Ant Studios Company), will air live across Canada at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, CBCMusic.ca/junos and stream globally on CBC Music’s YouTube channel.
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Web Links:
Official JUNO Awards website: www.junoawards.ca
Social Media:
Instagram: @TheJUNOAwards / X: @TheJUNOAwards / Facebook: @TheJUNOAwards /
Exclusive Broadcast and Content Partner:
CARAS acknowledges the financial support of FACTOR, the Government of Canada, and Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters.
Premier Sponsor: TD Bank Group
Lead Sponsors: Skip, SiriusXM Canada, and Nissan Canada
Funding Partners: Music Canada, Province of Ontario, City of Hamilton, Tourism Hamilton, and Canadian Starmarker Fund
About CARAS
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) is a not-for-profit organization created to preserve and enhance the Canadian music industry and promote higher artistic and industry standards. CARAS’ mandate is comprised of four key pillars: Educate through our music education charity, MusiCounts, programs and initiatives; Develop emerging artists through mentorship and development programs; Celebrate Canadian artists with year-round JUNO Awards showcasing; and Honour music industry icons through the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. The 55th annual JUNO Awards Broadcast will take place in Hamilton at TD Coliseum on Sunday, March 29, 2026. For more information on the JUNO Awards or The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS), please visit www.junoawards.ca.
About CBC
CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada’s national public broadcaster. Through our mandate to inform, enlighten and entertain, we play a central role in strengthening Canadian culture. As Canada’s trusted news source, we offer a uniquely Canadian perspective on news, current affairs and world affairs. Our distinctively homegrown entertainment programming draws audiences from across the country. Deeply rooted in communities, CBC/Radio-Canada offers diverse content in English, French and eight Indigenous languages: Dëne Sųłıné, Dene Kǝdǝ́, Dene Zhatıé, Eastern Cree, Dinjii Zhuʼ Ginjik, Inuktitut, Inuvialuktun and Tłı̨chǫ. We also deliver content in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Punjabi and Tagalog, as well as both official languages, through Radio Canada International (RCI). We are leading the transformation to meet the needs of Canadians in a digital world.
Media Contacts:
JUNOS: Amandine Lucas, [email protected]