The East Coast Music Awards have been cancelled, due to concerns prompted by COVID-19.
Events were scheduled to take place in St. John’s from April 29 to May 3.
The ECMA’s Board of Directors says careful consideration led to the decision, along with guidance from health officials, provincial and municipal governments.
The board feels cancelling the event was the right thing to do, as preventative measures are required to slow the spread of COVID-19.
“We know this is a difficult time for many in our sector. This is indeed a challenging and unpredictable time for the world. As such, we urge everyone to follow the guidelines and protocols issued by public health officials, and encourage everyone to work together to ensure the safety of our communities as the daily global situation surrounding COVID-19 continues to evolve.”
The ECMAs will review alternative approaches to recognize award winners.
