# Eurovision Song Contest 2027 selection processes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eurovision-song-contest-2027-selection-processes
> Updated: 2026-08-24T15:14:53.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

National broadcasters have begun initiating selection processes for the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest.

In Switzerland, SRG SSR has opened a submission window for entries through September 7th. The country will utilize an internal selection process involving national and international expert juries, as well as an international fan jury. In Germany, the broadcaster SWR is implementing a new strategy where a music team of professionals will proactively identify potential acts across genres such as indie pop, rock, soul, and R&B for the national preliminary round.

Additionally, CBC/Radio-Canada has launched a nationwide search to select Canada’s first-ever representative for the contest, which is scheduled to take place in Bulgaria. The search, open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 18 and older, aims to find a “magnetic” performer. The final selection will be decided through a combination of a digital public vote and a music-industry jury review.

## Claims

- CBC/Radio-Canada is searching for Canada's first representative for the Eurovision Song Contest. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The registration period for artists runs from August 31 to September 9. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- CBC executive vice-president Doug Smith stated the broadcaster is seeking a magnetic performer with experience captivating large live audiences. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The 2027 Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Bulgaria. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents and at least 18 years old. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The final representative will be chosen through a combination of a public digital vote and a music-industry jury review. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: CBC begins search for Canada's first Eurovision representative

CBC/Radio-Canada is searching for Canada’s first Eurovision Song Contest representative for the 2027 competition in Bulgaria. Registration for eligible Canadian artists runs from August 31 to September 9.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cbc-begins-search-for-canadas-first-eurovision-representative

### 2026-08-19: Eurovision Song Contest 2027: Switzerland and Germany begin selection processes

Broadcasters in Switzerland and Germany are initiating processes for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027, including Switzerland's open call for song submissions and Germany's new expert-led selection strategy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eurovision-song-contest-2027-switzerland-and-germany-begin-selection-processes

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