ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Canadian Folk Music Awards

Okay kiddo, so let me explain what Canadian Folk Music Awards (CFMA) are.

You know how there are many different types of music, like pop, rock, and hip hop? Well, folk music is a type of music that has been around for a very long time and is usually passed down from generation to generation. It often tells stories about the people, places, and history of a country.

The CFMA is an award show that celebrates and recognizes the best folk music made in Canada. It happens once a year and is kind of like a big party for folk musicians.

At the CFMAs, there are different categories, kind of like different types of awards. For example, there is an award for best folk album, best traditional album, and best new/emerging artist.

Musicians who create amazing folk music in Canada can send in their songs or albums to be considered for the awards. A group of people called the jury will listen to all the music and choose the nominees (which means the people who have a chance of winning) and then the winners are announced at the big party.

So basically, the Canadian Folk Music Awards is an event that celebrates the best folk music made in Canada and gives recognition to those who make awesome music.