Performers Announced for the 8th Annual CMAOntario Awards

The  CMAOntario (Country Music Association of Ontario) has announced the performers for the 8th Annual CMAOntario Awards, taking place Sunday, October 4, 2020 on The Raceway at the Western Fair District in London, Ontario.

The CMAOntario Awards will now be a drive-in style event featuring performances by Tim Hicks, James Barker Band, The Reklaws, Jade Eagleson, The Abrams, Eric Ethridge with special guest Kalsey Kulyk, Genevieve Fisher, Kelsi Mayne, Les Rats d’Swompe, Nicole Rayy, and The Western Swing Authority.

The CMAOntario Festival and Awards were originally scheduled for June, before moving to October. Due to COVID-19, CMAOntario has cancelled the extracurricular festival events for 2020 including showcases, industry conference, and the presentation of the 2020 Impact Award to country music legend Carroll Baker will be postponed until 2021.

Hosted by Jason McCoy, the 8th Annual CMAOntario Awards on October 4 will present awards across 18 categories celebrating the achievements of Ontario’s country music industry. Tickets are sold out, but there will be tickets available for purchase at the gate for guests who will occupy the same vehicle of previous ticket buyers. Fore more information visit cmaontario.ca/2020-awards.

Tim Hicks performing 'Floatin'' from Sunset Beach. (©2020 Open Road Music Inc.)