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Give ear, old-time fiddlers, blues guitarists, Highland pipe bands, country crooners, Latin percussionists, and a cappella cowboys—this year’s Canadian Folk Music Awards are calling, from afar. The ceremony won’t be held until November 23 in St. John’s, Newfoundland, but for a shot at one of the prizes you’ll need to get your application to the committee by July 4. There are 19 categories in all, including Pushing the Boundaries and Young Performer of the Year. Canadian artists and groups who have released albums between June 15, 2007, and June 14, 2008, are eligible. The form and guidelines for submissions are available on-line at www.canadianfolkmusicawards.ca/.