The Tragically Hip, Feist, Loverboy, and Roch Voisine enter the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2026. Ceremony at Massey Hall on Sept. 26.
- May 2, 2026
AceShowbiz - The Canadian music landscape will celebrate some of its most iconic voices as The Tragically Hip, along with songwriters Mike Reno and Paul Dean of Loverboy, Feist, and Roch Voisine, are set to be inducted into The Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF) in 2026. These platinum-selling and critically acclaimed artists will receive this prestigious recognition for their outstanding contributions to songwriting.
The induction ceremony, presented by Amazon Music, is scheduled for September 26, 2026, and will take place at Toronto’s historic Massey Hall. The event will showcase performances and tributes from Canadian and international artists, honoring the rich legacies of the inductees’ songbooks. Details about the lineup of performers and special guests will be announced closer to the date.
For the second consecutive year, the ceremony will be livestreamed worldwide via the Amazon Music channel on Twitch and simultaneously available across Canada on Prime Video, allowing fans everywhere to join in the celebration.
The Tragically Hip have been a defining force in Canadian rock, with over 14 million albums sold globally and 17 Juno Awards to their name. Among their accolades is the Humanitarian Award presented at the 50th Juno Awards ceremony. Their impact extends beyond music; they were honored with a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2002 and recognized in 2022 for their humanitarian efforts promoting social and environmental causes.
In a heartfelt statement, the band expressed their gratitude for the honor while acknowledging the absence of their late frontman Gord Downie. "We're excited to be entering the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame and joining previous inductees, as well as this year's, whose songs we greatly admire," they said. "It is humbling to be in their company; although it is bittersweet that our bandmate, lyricist and dear friend, Gord Downie, will not be standing with us."
Joining them are Mike Reno and Paul Dean, the songwriting duo behind Loverboy’s enduring hits, as well as Feist, whose artistry has earned widespread acclaim and commercial success. Also inducted is Roch Voisine, a celebrated singer-songwriter whose work has resonated with audiences across Canada and beyond.
These artists represent a diverse spectrum of Canadian music, each contributing a unique voice and style that have shaped the country’s songwriting heritage. Their inclusion in the Hall of Fame underscores their lasting influence and the enduring appeal of their compositions.
The upcoming Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame induction promises to be a memorable event celebrating the exceptional talent and enduring impact of Canadian music creators. Fans and industry insiders alike will look forward to honoring the remarkable achievements of The Tragically Hip, Feist, Mike Reno, Paul Dean, and Roch Voisine as they join the ranks of Canada’s most esteemed songwriters in 2026.