On this day in 1997, Homework, the debut studio album by Daft Punk, was certified a Platinum Album, selling more than 100,000 units in Canada. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 1998, Metallica’s self-titled album, commonly known as The Black Album, was certified Diamond, selling more than one million units in Canada. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 2002, Avril Lavigne’s Let Go was certified a Double Platinum Album. It went on to achieve Diamond Album status on May 5, 2003. #GoldPlat50

This week, @umusic presented @KatyPerry with a career-spanning award recognizing her💎certifications in Canada: 💎Album: Teenage Dream 💎Singles: Teenage Dream, Dark Horse, Firework, Roar, Hot N Cold, Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F), & California Girls. 📸 credit: @Cynthiaparkhurst

On this day in 1983, @celinedion received her first Gold & Platinum certification as "Tellement j'ai d'amour…" was certified a Gold Album. She has since earned 6 Diamond Album certifications - the most of any artist in our program's history. #GoldPlat50

We join music fans around the world in mourning the passing of @OzzyOsbourne. Over the course of his career, Ozzy received dozens of Gold & Platinum certifications in Canada, both as a solo artist and as a member of Black Sabbath. #GoldPlat50

.@ShaniaTwain kicked off the @calgarystampede as Parade Marshal & delivered a powerhouse performance. She is the only artist in our program's history to receive THREE Double Diamond Album certifications! #GoldPlat50

Sir @eltonofficial is one of the most celebrated artists in Music Canada’s Gold & Platinum program. Throughout his career, John has been a champion for 2SLGBTQI+ rights, with a legacy in advocacy and philanthropy that equals the incredible impact of his music. #GoldPlat50 #Pride

Tegan and Sara have earned several certifications over their career, & throughout that time, have used their profile to champion 2SLGBTQI+ issues. In 2016, they established @teganandsarafdn, which fights for 2SLGBTQ+ equality & justice via programming & support of grassroots orgs

In celebration of #Pride Month, we're recognizing some of the talented & groundbreaking 2SLGBTQI+ artists our Gold & Platinum program has awarded in its 50-year history. Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductee @kdlang has earned several certifications over their career, including:

On this day in 2000, @ProzzakOfficial's "Hot Show By Prozzäk" was certified a Triple Platinum Album, selling more than 300,000 units in Canada. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 1997, @oasis' "(What's the Story) Morning Glory?" was certified an Eight Times Platinum Album, selling more than 800,000 units in Canada.

On this day in 1987, @glasstiger's The Thin Red Line was certified a Quadruple Platinum Album, selling more than 400,000 units in Canada. This week, the band will be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame - congratulations!

On this day in 2003, Sam Roberts' "Where Have All The Good People Gone" was certified a Gold Physical Single. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 1986, @rushtheband's Moving Pictures was certified a Triple Platinum Album, selling more than 300,000 units in Canada. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 1998, @SusanAglukark's This Child was certified a Triple Platinum Album, selling more than 300,000 units in Canada. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 1995, @BlueRodeo's Five Days In July was certified a Quintuple Platinum Album, selling more than 500,000 units in Canada. #GoldPlat50

On this day in 1986, @Raffi_RC 's Singable Songs For The Very Young was certified a Triple Platinum Album, selling more than 300,000 units in Canada. #GoldPlat5

On this day in 1976, Hagood Hardy received a Platinum Album certification for The Homecoming, as well as a Gold Single certification for the title track. The album went on to be certified Double Platinum in November 1979. #GoldPlat50

The JUNOS Awards Gala is underway. The stars came out to walk the Gold carpet, which is this year lined with 50 Gold & Platinum plaques in honour of the 50th anniversary of our Gold & Platinum program. Learn more about our unique activation here. https://t.co/8dpUGxZYLd