Folk singer Buffy Sainte-Marie's awards rescinded amid doubts over Native claims
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**Contributor:** KiMi Robinson  
USA TODAY



Oscar-winning singer  has had two more awards rescinded amid revelations about her heritage and nationality.

Canada's prestigious Juno Awards, which recognize musical achievements, and the Polaris Music Prize on Friday announced their respective decisions to revoke the recognitions they've bestowed upon the singer over the decades, citing the 84-year-old's recent confirmation that she is an American citizen, rather than Canadian.

This , which was issued March 4 in response to the  to the Order of Canada earlier this year, said she had "made it completely clear" she was not Canadian when she was  in 1997.

USA TODAY has reached out to Sainte-Marie's representatives for comment.

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In the aftermath of the statement, the Polaris Music Prize , "Buffy Sainte-Marie released an updated statement confirming she is an American citizen and holds a U.S. passport. ... Based on Sainte-Marie’s statement regarding her citizenship, Buffy does not meet Polaris Music Prize’s rules and regulations."

Given the recent investigation that uncovered her birth certificate, the Polaris Music Prize  the recognition she has received from Canada's Juno Awards and Polaris Music Prize revoked.

The statement added, "We require all nominees to be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, with proof of status provided through government-issued documentation, including passports, birth certificates, permanent resident cards, and/or Secure Certificates of Indian Status," the post explained.

It also reminded that generally, only Canadian citizens or permanent residents are eligible for the awards, and they must submit proof of citizenship.

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