RADIO STATION OF THE YEAR (LARGE MARKET) – AWARD #26

This award is presented to a Canadian country music radio station, who exemplifies the development of Canadian country talent through a presentation of the music on their station, within the current eligibility period. Eligible terrestrial country radio stations must be licensed by the CRTC. Voters should give consideration to all aspects, including but not limited to community involvement, promotions, leadership and recognition.

ELIGIBILITY

• The current eligibility period is March 1, 2019 through to April 30, 2020;
• Eligible terrestrial country radio stations must be licensed by the CRTC;
• A minimum of one (1) person from the radio station must be a member of the CCMA in good standing, prior to the end of the Second Ballot (July 16, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. ET).

SELECTION PROCESS

The Radio Station of the Year (Large Market) Award follows a three (3) step selection process:

• STEP ONE (First Ballot) – Each eligible CCMA Member may submit one (1) contender. The ten (10) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Second Ballot, providing they meet the eligibility requirements, as determined by the CCMA Awards Verification Committee. In the case of a tie, more than ten (10) contenders will appear on the Second Ballot;
• STEP TWO (Second Ballot) – From the list of ten (10) contenders provided, each eligible CCMA Member may vote for the one (1) contender they deem most deserving. The five (5) contenders receiving the most votes will appear on the Third (and final) Ballot as nominees. In the case of a tie, more than five (5) nominees will appear on the Third Ballot;
• STEP THREE (Third Ballot) – From the list of five (5) nominees provided, each eligible CCMA Member may vote for the one (1) nominee they deem most deserving. The nominee receiving the most votes will be announced as the winner. In the case of a tie, more than one (1) winner will be announced.

 CCMA AWARD

• One (1) award is presented to the radio station, courtesy of the CCMA.