Ten finalists for the Allan Slaight JUNO Master Class were announced on Thursday.
The acts, chosen by a panel of music industry insiders, will advance to a final round of judging. Three winners, to be named in September, will receive tools, training and guidance to take their music careers to the next level.
Among those on the judging panel are singer Lights, rapper Kardinal Offishall and Arkells' musician Max Kerman.
The 10 finalists are:
Past winners of the Allan Slaight JUNO Master Class include Neon Dreams, Fortunate Ones, The Lyrics and Youngblood.