All the best moments from past Juno Awards

<p>All good awards shows have memorable moments that stand the test of time, and the Juno Awards are no exception. But there are certainly cross-border differences where Canada and the United States are concerned. While the Grammys have jaw-dropping surprises like steamy kisses between Madonna and Britney, the Junos focus on pristine performances and cultivating cultural and artistic moments. But not to worry, there's a lot of fun, too – just ask Alanis Morissette!</p> <p>Among the moments most ingrained in our collective memories are the Bryan Adams-Tina Turner duet, queen Celine Dion's every move, Drake helping out some pals on stage and the charismatic Canadian Prime Minster Pierre Trudeau having a bit of a befuddled, star-struck moment with famed singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell.</p> <p><strong>Click through for some of the best moments from Junos past...</strong></p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
<p>Tres bien, Celine Dion. Celine mugged for the cameras with a happy thumbs up after winning Best Female Vocalist at the 1999 Juno Awards. She remains one of the most recognizable Canadian singers in power-ballad history.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Canadian Press/Kevin Frayer</p>
<p>A tightly knit Barenaked Ladies squish together for a performance at the 2004 Juno Awards. They're set to reunite at the 2018 ceremony.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Carlo Allegri/Getty Images</p>
<p>Seeing Bryan Adams and Tina Turner perform "It’s Only Love" live at the 1985 Juno Awards would be like being in the waiting room while the royal baby was being delivered. This star-studded duo gave birth to one of the most unforgettable musical performances the Junos had ever seen.</p> <p>Photo: Canadian Press/Bill Becker</p>
<p>Alanis Morissette targeted American censorship and the reaction to Janet Jackson’s famous wardrobe malfunction at the Super Bowl by revealing an anatomically correct bodysuit at the 2004 Juno Awards. You, you, you oughta know Alanis is not scared of provocation.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Carlo Allegri/Getty Images</p>
<p>‘Baywatch’ babe, PETA activist and small-screen vixen Pamela Anderson hosted the 2006 Juno Awards.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Darryl James/Getty Images</p>
<p>Bryan Adams had his pointer finger out at the 2006 Juno Awards after being inducted into the Hall of Fame. But, who is he pointing at?</p> <p>Photo: Darryl James/Getty Images</p>
<p>Nelly Furtado kicked off her hosting duties at the 2007 Junos by appearing in a bird costume whilst singing her hit "I’m Like A Bird." Nelly definitely knows how to make an entrance.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Jim Ross/Getty Images</p>
<p>A humble LIGHTS accepted her award for New Artist of the Year at the 2009 Junos with an adorable hair scrunch. Yes, you!</p> <p>Photo: &copy; George Pimentel/WireImage</p>
<p>Triple Threat: Jann Arden, Anne Murray and Sarah Brightman sang hits off Anne’s <em>Duets</em> album at the 2008 JUNOs.</p> <p>Photo:Marissa Baecker/Getty Images</p>
<p>Nikki Yanofsky, K'naan, Justin Bieber and Drake sang the absolutely viral "Waving Flag" as a quartet at the 2010 Juno Awards.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; George Pimentel/WireImage</p>
<p>Leslie Feist got very comfortable at the 2008 Junos with comedian Russell Peters and fellow singers Jully Black and Michael Bublé. Former <em>etalk</em> host Tanya Kim wasn’t prepared for this kind of interview!</p> <p>Photo: &copy; George Pimentel/WireImage</P>
<p>Beloved actor William Shatner popped by the Deadmau5 DJ booth to take a spin on some records at the 2012 Juno Awards. But first, he gave the audience a laugh when he pronounced the DJ's name "Dead-Mau-Five".</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Sonia Recchia/WireImage/Getty Images</p>
<p>Shania Twain represented the Toronto Maple Leafs in a sequin jersey at the 2003 Juno Awards, outdid herself in a glitzy Montreal Canadiens two-piece ensemble later that night and stepped it up once again with a dazzling Edmonton Oilers gown. (Her final change of the night was an ode to the host city, the Ottawa Senators).</p> <p>Photos: &copy; George Pimentel/WireImage</p>
<p>Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau had a starstruck moment when he awarded a place in the Hall of Fame to singer Joni Mitchell at the 1981 Junos.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Thomas Szlukovenyi / The Globe and Mail</p>
The late Leonard Cohen was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the 1991 Juno Awards, and had the most poetic acceptance speech, quoting his own lyrics, "My friends are gone and my hair is grey, I ache in the places where I used to play, and I'm crazy for love but I'm not coming on, I'm just paying my rent every day in the Tower of Song." <p>Photo: &copy; CBC
<p>Nineties icon Alanis Morissette took home the Juno for rock album of the year for <em>Jagged Little Pill</em>. Thanking her best friend and industry folks, she said, "Most people's growth is done in private and an artist's growth is done in public, and I thank Canada as a country for accepting that in me."</p> <p>Photo: &copy; CBC</p>
<p>The late Gord Downie, along with his Tragically Hip bandmates, accepted the award for album of the year in 1997. As the endearingly awkard band members took to the stage, Gord jokingly said to the audience, "I hope you enjoy your live music."</p> <p>Photo: &copy; CBC</p>
<p>Three years after winning his first Juno, Michael Bublé and Nelly Furtado filmed a skit for the 2007 awards show. Nelly (as her own aunt) hilariously interviewed the Canadian crooner, accusing Michael of being jealous of her.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; CTV</p>
<p>Michael Bublé took home his very first Juno Award back in 2004 for new artist of the year! Though it wasn't televised, he later hit the stage to perform his track "Kissing a Fool". Since, he's gone on to win over 12 Junos and will be back this year as host.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
<p>In 2011, Drake had the most hilarious skit for Juno Awards called, where he took his Young Money persona and switched it to Old Money while interacting with some senior citizens to help up their cool factor.</p>
<p>Serena Ryder took home the crystal prize for artist of the year and songwriter of the year in 2014. But while taking to the stage to collect her trophy, she also took the time to defend Justin Bieber, who won the fan choice award the year before and was booed for it. She defended his win, telling the crowd he deserved the award – the true meaning of good sportsmanship and Canadian spirit!</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
<p>The Backstreet Boys won best selling record at the 2000 Junos... But where were the rest of them? A.J. and Howie were present to collect the prize on the band's behalf, while the others were away for "prior engagements".</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Global TV</p>
<p>While singing her hit track "Mushaboom" in 2005, Feist – during her first-ever Junos performance – had a little technically mishap. Pausing mid-song, the former Broken Social Scene band member straightened out her guitar and started again to the delighted cheers of the crowd.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
<p>Canadian music legend Sarah McLachlan was inducted into the Music Hall of Fame at the 2017 Juno Awards and had some inspiring words for the audience. She remarked that Canada is a country “where the rights of girls and women are respected, where people of all ethnicities, genders and sexual identities can stand together as one. Where diversity is cherished. Where the arts are revered. Where people being polite is still an important thing. We Canadians, we’re far from perfect, but we have a lot to offer the world and we have to continue to set the bar high.”</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
<p>To make the Junos even more Canadian, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Gregoire Trudeau took to the stage at the awards show in 2017. The activist looked particularly patriotic in a gorgeous red, off-the-shoulder jumpsuit.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
<p>The late Gord Downie of the Tragically Hip took home songwriter of the year in 2017 for his powerful project <em>Secret Path</em>, which shined light on issues affecting Canada's indigenous peoples. While he couldn't be at the show in person, he pre-recorded his acceptance speech, "For recognizing that we’re not completely Canada yet. For seeing we have friends, our fellow countrymen and women, who are in big trouble. For recognizing our friends who were here before us, at least for thousands of years."</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
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