Add Your Verse. Win $2,000!
A Canada-wide open verse challenge spotlighting Canadian artists during one of the biggest weeks in music.
Post your verse on Social Media. Rally your community. Impress the Judges.
Submission Deadline : March 15, 2026
Contest is not associated with The JUNO Awards
Listen to the #OpenVerse Song!
Pop, electronic anthem with an uplifting energy & empowering message
You Can Have It All - D1do & BEX
Partial Proceeds Supporting McMaster LIVElab
How It Works:
1. Create Your Verse 🎤
Write and record an original verse using our template.
2. Post on Instagram 📲
Post your video to social media, tag @anthonydidomenico & @bexgalaxy and use #YouCanHaveItAllContest (Your account must be public)
3. Win 🔥
Community engagement + judges' scores decide the winner.
How the Winner is Chosen:
We use a blended scoring system to keep things fair, fun, and high-quality.
Community Vote - 40%
Instagram Engagement (likes & shares).
Judges' Score - 60%
Creativity, delivery, originality & fit with the song.
Engagement boosts your score - judges make the final call.
Eligibility:
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Canadian resident (excluding Quebec)
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Public Instagram or YouTube account
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Must allow contest content to be reposted for promotion
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Winners must correctly answer a time-limited skill-testing question
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One entry per artist
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13+ years old (parental/guardian consent required for under 18; under 13 may participate only through a parent/guardian account)
Community Partners:
Coming Soon...
Our local partner onboarding process has just begun & we're excited to share them with you!
Partial Proceeds Supporting McMaster LIVElab
FAQ
Can I collaborate with someone?
Yes - lead applicant must be 18+.
How many people can I nominate? 1 and if multiple people nominate the same winner, the first person who nominated them will win the $500 or all names will be entered in a draw.
Am I judged on the video/recording quality?
No, but quality is preferred
Is this affiliated with the Junos?
This contest is independently hosted & inspired by the excitment surrounding Juno Week. It is not officially affiliated with the Juno Awards.
Questions?
Contact: connect@onenewerax.com
Follow for Updates:
@anthonydidomenico
@bexgalaxy