Sponsored by MusicMaster – The Music Director of the Year honour reflects excellence in tastemaking in the curation of station playlists. Nominees will be judged on their demonstrated ability to assess what will resonate with listeners, including the addition/discovery of new releases and new local talent if applicable to station format. Nominees may also be judged on conception of music-related station contests, giveaways, and other initiatives.
Major Market
Katie Stanners, KiSS 91.7 (CHBN), Rogers Sports & Media, Edmonton, Alberta
Runners Up
MK Bowyers, 102.1 The Edge (CFNY), Corus, Brampton, Ontario
Matt Wreggitt, Z103.5 (CIDC), Evanov Communications, Orangeville, Ontario
Pierre Landry, CHOM (CHOM), Bell Media, Montreal, Quebec
Medium Market
Ian Sharek, Rogers Rock Radio, Rogers Sports & Media, Multiple Markets
Small Market
Courtney Rae, 106.1 The Goat (CKLM), Vista Radio, Lloydminster, Alberta
Runners Up
Chris Liedtke, Fresh 93.1 (CHAY), Corus, Barrie, Ontario
Danny Ismond, GX94 (CJGX), Harvard Media, Yorkton, Saskatchewan