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Canada's Eurovision Dream Begins: Artist Search Underway!
24 Aug
Summary
- Canada will debut at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027.
- A nationwide search for Canada's first representative is now open.
- Eurovision 2027 will be held in Burgas, Bulgaria, with the final on May 15.
Canada's historic journey to the Eurovision Song Contest commences with a nationwide talent search for its first representative, ahead of its 2027 debut. CBC/Radio-Canada is orchestrating this significant endeavor following Canada's official membership in the European Broadcasting Union.
Aspiring Canadian artists can submit applications for this prestigious opportunity beginning Monday, August 31, 2026, through Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents aged 18 or older. The selection process involves public voting combined with a music industry jury's decision.
Eurovision 2027 is slated to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria, with the Grand Final scheduled for May 15, 2027. The contest, watched by millions globally, offers a monumental platform for emerging artists. Notably, Canadian superstar Céline Dion previously won Eurovision in 1988 representing Switzerland.
