SiriusXM Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Country Music Association, has opened public voting in the 2026 Top of the Country competition — and Canadians now have until April 14 to help decide which three artists advance to the finals.
The eight semi-finalists have each recorded an original song and video as part of their studio sessions, and all tracks are now available to stream at topcountry.siriusxm.ca to help voters make their picks. Fans can vote daily until voting closes.
2026 Top of the Country Semi-Finalists
- Blue Ridge Band — Lévis, QC
- Ben Chase — St. Louis, PEI
- Morgan Griffiths — Abbotsford, BC
- Morgan Klaiber — Medicine Hat, AB
- Shawnee Kish — Edmonton, AB
- Nicolette & The Nobodies — Hamilton, ON
- Catie St.Germain — Winnipeg, MB
- Josh Stumpf — Prince Albert, SK
The eight artists represent seven provinces and mark the next step in a program designed to elevate emerging Canadian country voices on a national stage.
“This stage of the SiriusXM Top of the Country competition marks an exciting moment for both artists and fans as our top eight showcase their talent,” said Michelle Mearns, SVP of Programming & Operations at SiriusXM Canada. “Canadians now have the opportunity to support their favourite performers and help shape the next phase of the competition.”
What happens after voting?
Once voting closes on April 14, the three finalists will take the stage at major music events across North America, including Departure Festival in Toronto, LASSO Montréal, and CMA Fest in Nashville.
The competition wraps up this September in Saskatoon as part of CCMA’s Country Music Week 2026, where the winner will be crowned live on stage. The finale concert will be broadcast live on SiriusXM’s Top of the Country Radio (ch. 171).
CCMA President Amy Jeninga noted that Canadian country fans are at the heart of the initiative: “We’re honoured to have their help in selecting the next generation of country’s rising stars.”
Supporting the next generation of Canadian country
Top of the Country remains a cornerstone of SiriusXM Canada’s efforts to promote Canadian music through national exposure, industry development opportunities, and a $25,000 grand prize for the eventual winner. For many past participants, the competition has served as a launchpad to festival stages, expanded radio play, and broader industry recognition.
Head to topcountry.siriusxm.ca to watch the studio videos and cast your vote before April 14.
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