| 8th Canadian Folk Music Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | November 17, 2012 |
| Location | Imperial Theatre, Saint John, New Brunswick |
| Country | Canada |
| Hosted by | Benoit Bourque |
| Website | folkawards.ca |
The 8th Canadian Folk Music Awards were presented in Saint John, New Brunswick on November 17, 2012, and streamed online on Roots Music Canada's website. Winners were named in 17 categories, while recipients also were honored with special Innovator of the Year and Unsung Hero awards during a gala event at the Imperial Theatre that was hosted by Benoit Bourque of La Bottine Souriante.[1]