ECMA 2026 Awards Gala

Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)
Venue: Centre 200, Sydney, Nova Scotia

East Coast Music Awards & Association are proud to be FACTOR funded.

The 38th East Coast Music Awards Gala presented by Rogers is the highlight of the ECMA Festival & Conference, celebrating the very best in East Coast music. This prestigious event brings together artists, industry professionals, and fans for an unforgettable evening of live performances and award presentations.

Join us at Centre 200 in Sydney, Nova Scotia, for a night filled with electrifying performances, heartfelt moments, and the celebration of the region’s most talented artists.

Performing Artists

The Gala will feature performances by some of Atlantic Canada’s finest musicians, including:

Goldie Boutilier
Morgan Toney
Elyse Aeryn
Jupiter Reign 
Cassie & Maggie 
Maggie Andrew 
Ben Chase 
Lennie Gallant
La Famille LeBlanc
City Natives
Kellie Loder
Nick Earle & The Reckless Hearts

And the Barra MacNeils!

Every province. Every genre. One Atlantic voice.