Justin Bieber announces plans to tape Canadian Christmas special

Justin Bieber announced Monday his plans to tape a 30-minute Christmas special for MuchMusic and CTV in Toronto.

"MuchMusic Presents Justin Bieber: Home for the Holidays" is to premiere Dec. 22.

The special will be taped at a Toronto concert; however, details regarding the date and location of the show have not yet been announced. All proceeds from the concert will benefit Bieber's "Believe" charity drive.

The 17-year-old pop singer is expected to perform his hits "Mistletoe" and "Baby," as well as covers of some of his favorite pop songs and Christmas classics.

"The holidays are a very special time of the year for me and I'm looking forward to coming home and ringing them in with my friends and family," Bieber said in a statement.

"And this year will be extra special, as I'll be sharing the spirit of the season with the whole of Canada with my TV special, 'Home for the Holidays' on MuchMusic and CTV."

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