Junos handed out awards in six categories as Alanis Morissette is welcomed to the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Hedley will open the July event, followed by homegrown icons like Blue Rodeo, Tom Cochrane, Alan Doyle, and Big Sugar.
Hedley, with three noms, will also perform at this year's gala event from Hamilton.
Alanis Morissette, MAGIC! and Hedley will also take to the stage.
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) revealed the full list of nominees Tuesday in Toronto.
Hedley takes home three awards.
First round of presenters announced are actors Chloë Grace Moretz, Jena Malone, and Kellan Lutz.