1. Outcome: - List local, regional and national musicians or music organizations - Explain the contribution of music, musicians and the music industry to the economy of Canada

2.  The first award ceremonies for the western part of Canada was first developed in 1995. This award ceremony was held in Alberta and took place during a week long festival called “All Indie Weekend”.  In 1999 a new group formed called Prairie Music Alliance, and they held festivals such as “Prairie Music Week” which also included an award ceremony.  The organization we see today in the west was formed in 2003 calling themselves the Western Music Alliances and hosts the West Coast Music Awards.

3.  Alberta  Saskatchewan  Manitoba  B.C  Yukon

4.  The Breakout Festival is held each year around the western part of Canada. Each year its held in a different city. The W.C.M.A’s happen the day after the two day festival and then the West Coast Music Industry Awards are held the day after the W.C.M.A’s  This year the festival and award shows will be held in Winnipeg on October 2-5.

5.  The Awards have been held in the following cities since 2003:  2014 - Winnipeg, Manitoba  2013 - Calgary, Alberta  2012- Regina, Saskatchewan  2011 – Whitehorse, Yukon  2010 – Kelowna, British Columbia  2009- Brandon, Manitoba  2008 - Edmonton, Alberta  2007 - Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan  2006 - Winnipeg, Manitoba  2005 - Vancouver, British Columbia  2004 - Calgary, Alberta  2003 -- Regina, Saskatchewan

6.  Children’s Album of the Year  Rock Recording of the Year  Roots Recording of the Year – Solo – Group  Urban Recording of the Year  Pop Recording of the Year  Aboriginal Recording of the Year  Songwriter(s) of the Year

7.  Rock Recording of the Year - The Sheepdogs – The Sheepdogs Rock Recording of the Year - The Sheepdogs – The Sheepdogs  Country Recording of the Year - Gord Bamford - Is It Friday Yet? Country Recording of the Year - Gord Bamford - Is It Friday Yet?  Instrumental Recording of the Year - Mahogany Frog - SENNA Instrumental Recording of the Year - Mahogany Frog - SENNA  Roots Solo Recording of the Year - Del Barber - Headwaters Roots Solo Recording of the Year - Del Barber - Headwaters  Pop Recording of the Year - Hannah Georgas - Hannah Georgas Pop Recording of the Year - Hannah Georgas - Hannah Georgas  Aboriginal Recording of the Year - Don Amero - Heart On My Sleeve Aboriginal Recording of the Year - Don Amero - Heart On My Sleeve  Country Recording of the Year - Doc Walker – Go Country Recording of the Year - Doc Walker – Go Click on the award winner to view a video of their works.

8.  The Nominee must have lived in either Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon or Northwest Territories for six (6) consecutive months between January 1, 2013 and March 31, 2014.  Groups: 50% of group members must meet residency requirements. Proof of residency may be required.  Information from: www.breakoutwest.ca