Since 2006, the Polaris Album Prize has recognized the most artistically significant Canadian albums of the year—regardless of genre, sales, or popularity. This archive presents every Album Prize winner in reverse chronological order. Select any year to view that year’s Album Prize Short List and Long List nominees, listen, and discover new favourites. Polaris is a charitable arts organization powered by an independent jury and community partners.
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Artist impact at a glance
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48% of nominees say Polaris directly led to major career opportunities.
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80% saw growth in income, audience, and funding.
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90% played to bigger live audiences and built deeper connections.
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Polaris Album Prize — Past Winners & Nominees List (2006-2025)
To view past Polaris Album Prize Nominees, click on the link “View All Nominees” below each winner.
