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THE CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION® TO HONOUR THE WILKINSONS WITH INDUCTION INTO THE 2026 CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME™
THE WILKINSONS WILL BE CELEBRATED IN SPECIAL INDUCTION CEREMONY DURING COUNTRY MUSIC WEEK 2026
SEPTEMBER 16–19 IN SASKATOON, SK
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Toronto, ON (July 30, 2026) – The Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) is proud to announce celebrated country trio The Wilkinsons as the 2026 Artist inductee into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™. The Wilkinsons will be formally inducted during an exclusive ceremony alongside 2026 Stan Klees Builder Hall of Fame inductee Ron Kitchener, taking place as part of Country Music Week 2026, scheduled for September 16–19 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,
One of Canada’s most celebrated country acts, The Wilkinsons earned international acclaim through their signature family harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and enduring catalogue of hits. The trio, comprised of Amanda, Steve, and Tyler Wilkinson emerged in the late 90s, quickly finding success both at home and south of the border.
The Wilkinsons' debut album, Nothing But Love, spawned an impressive run of hit singles, including "Fly The Angel Song," "Jimmy's Got a Girlfriend," "Shame on Me," "Boy Oh Boy," and the Gold-certified "Nothing but Love ," which became a staple on country radio across North America. The album's breakout hit, "26 Cents," proved to be a career-defining success, reaching No. 1 in Canada, No. 1 on Radio & Records (R&R), and No. 3 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Achievements across their illustrious career include two GRAMMY-Award nominations, a JUNO Award win, and eleven CCMA Awards, including Group of the Year, Album of the Year, and Single of the Year. Their story and success extended beyond music with CMT Canada’s acclaimed Gemini-Award-winning television series inspired by the family’s life and career.
Steve's gifted songwriting, along with Amanda and Tyler's unmistakable vocals, continue to resonate with audiences decades later. Amanda and Tyler went on to achieve further success as the CCMA Award winning duo Small Town Pistols, while Steve has built an acclaimed career as a songwriter, producer, and mentor to emerging artists.
More than twenty-five years after "26 Cents" first topped the charts, The Wilkinsons remain one of Canada's most influential country music acts, with a legacy of timeless songs, musicianship, and award-winning achievements that continue to inspire generations of artists and fans.
“We have always been profoundly thankful to the Canadian Country Music Association and community for embracing us through the years,” share The Wilkinsons. “To be remembered in this way is deeply humbling. We accept this honour with so much love, gratitude, and respect for the artists who came before us and those who continue to carry Canadian country music torch forward.”
“The Wilkinsons’ induction into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame celebrates not only an extraordinary career, but also the lasting impact they have made on Canadian country music,” says Amy Jeninga, President, CCMA. “Their gift of storytelling through song has resonated with legions of global fans, and we are thrilled to honour Amanda, Steve, and Tyler this September in Saskatoon.”
The Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™ was established in 1984 to honour Canadian Artists and Builders who have made long-term contributions to the growth and development of Canadian country music. Its permanent physical home is located at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, in Calgary and consists of over 3,000 artifacts, including instruments and memorabilia. Inductees into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™ (Hall of Fame™) are selected annually by their Canadian peers in the industry. The Hall of Fame™ is managed by the CCMA Board of Directors’ appointed Hall of Fame Management Committee (Management Committee). The Stan Klees Builder Award was established in recognition of RPM Magazine co-founder, Mr. Stan Klees, and his pioneering efforts in creating the CCMA Awards Program.
As the custodian of the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™, the National Music Centre will celebrate the legacies of the 2026 inductees and past honourees with a new exhibition opening Fall 2026 at Studio Bell. More details will be announced closer to its opening.
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Established in 1976, the CCMA® is a membership-based, not-for-profit organization committed to promoting and recognizing Canadian country music. Now in its 50th year, the CCMA celebrates the spirit, community, and creativity fostered by country music through year-round initiatives, culminating every fall with Country Music Week and the Canadian Country Music Association Awards.
About the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™
Since 1984, the Canadian Country Music Association® has been honouring Canadian artists and industry builders who have made long-term contributions to the growth and development of Canadian country music. In 1999, the CCMA formally merged its recognition program with a program of similar scope founded by Mr. Gary Buck, to create what today is known as the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™. The CCMA has partnerships with the Canadian Country Music Heritage Society (www.ccmhalloffame.com), based in Merritt, British Columbia, and the National Music Centre (www.nmc.ca), based in Calgary, Alberta to collaboratively promote and bring recognition to the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame™ program.
About National Music Centre | Centre National de Musique
National Music Centre (NMC) is a registered charity dedicated to amplifying the love, sharing, and understanding of music in Canada. More than a museum, NMC focuses on five key areas: Exhibitions and Collections, Artist and Professional Development, Performance and Recording, Education and Learning, and Music and Wellness. From its headquarters at Studio Bell in the heart of Calgary’s East Village neighbourhood and satellite location in Montreal, NMC celebrates Canada’s rich musical legacy, honouring legendary artists, nurturing new voices, and bringing people together through music. NMC also houses a vast collection of rare instruments, artifacts and memorabilia, world-class recording studios, and four of Canada’s music halls of fame, including the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame, and Quebec’s Adisq Hall of Fame. National Music Centre marks its 10th anniversary as Canada’s home for music in 2026, with a year-long lineup of exhibits, events, and programs planned. Visit studiobell.ca/10 to explore the full list of anniversary activities happening now through summer 2027. To check out the NMC experience online, visit amplify.nmc.ca.
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