The Gold Leaf Awards of 1970, which were the first

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'' to honour Canadian music industry achievements. The magazine had honoured musicians in the previous six years using a reader survey until this formal ceremony. These awards were presented at

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on 23 February 1970. 250 people attended this inaugural awards ceremony, twice the number who were invited. Winners received walnut wood trophies that resembled

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s. George Wilson of

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was master of ceremonies for these awards and for the subsequent Juno Awards ceremonies until 1974.

Winners

Top Male Singer

Andy Kim

Top Female Vocalist

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Top Vocal Instrumental Group

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Top Country Male Artist

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Top Country Female Artist

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Top Country Instrumental Vocal Group

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Top Folksinger (or Group)

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Canadian Industry Music Industry Man of the Year

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Best Produced Single

" Which Way You Goin' Billy?",

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Best Produced Middle-of-the-Road Album

'' Which Way You Goin' Billy?'',

Top Record Company

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Top Record Company in Promotional Activities

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Special RPM Radio Award For Community Activities

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References

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External links

Juno Awards
official site

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