From New Brunswick to the international spotlight, Eurovision 2027 finalist Josiane opens up about chasing big dreams, embracing her bilingual identity, and finding her place in music.
New Brunswick singer-songwriter Josiane is stepping into an exciting new chapter as one of five finalists hoping to represent Canada at the Eurovision Song Contest 2027. For the Acadian pop artist, the opportunity arrives at a particularly meaningful moment, following a decision to fully embrace her musical ambitions after spending six years studying medicine.
Originally from the Moncton area, Josiane has been making her mark on the Canadian music scene since winning Quebec’s La Voix in 2020 at just 19 years old. Her distinctive approach to bilingual pop, incorporating French, English, and the Chiac dialect she grew up speaking, reflects both her Acadian heritage and her evolving artistic identity.
Her debut album, Take Care, released in March 2026, offers an intimate exploration of vulnerability, self-worth, and personal growth. With her single “Lose It All” surpassing six million streams, Josiane continues to reach new listeners while staying connected to the experiences that shape her songwriting.
Selected alongside William Cloutier, Rêve, TALK, and Tyler Shaw, Josiane is now awaiting the announcement of Canada’s Eurovision representative on December 5, 2026, following the close of public voting on November 5.
Canadian Beats Media caught up with Josiane to discuss the life-changing Eurovision announcement, the importance of representing Atlantic Canada, her debut album, and the dreams she’s determined to keep chasing.
Josiane Eurovision 2027 Finalist – Interview
What went through your mind when you got the call? Has it sunk in yet?
Honestly, I was in complete shock. My first thought was, Wait, are you serious? I’d spent six years studying medicine, and I was finally giving myself permission to go all in on music. So to get that call at that exact moment felt pretty surreal. I think it started to sink in once the news was out and I was standing onstage in Toronto. I remember thinking, Okay, this is actually happening. I really have a chance to sing for Canada. And for me, it felt like I was exactly where I was meant to be… and all my efforts were paying off.
What made you apply even though you had doubts?
I knew I’d be more disappointed if I let the opportunity pass without trying. There’s a saying I love, “If your dreams don’t scare you, you’re not dreaming big enough.” I’ve said that to myself so many times, and this time I had to actually take my own advice. I still had doubts when I hit submit, and I’m so glad I did it anyway. To be chosen as one of the five finalists by people whose work I really respect gave me a lot of confidence. It made me think, Maybe I can trust myself a little more next time… and keep dreaming big.
What does it mean to represent Atlantic Canada and bring your Acadian roots into the spotlight?
It makes me really proud. I’m a girl from Moncton, New Brunswick, and home is such a big part of who I am. Being the only finalist from Atlantic Canada made it even more special to go home and see local businesses and people I grew up around get behind me. I keep thinking about a little girl seeing someone from her hometown on that stage and going, Oh, I could do that too! For me, it’s also an opportunity for people from all around the world to discover who we are and everything we have to offer.
How important is it for you to share your bilingual identity on an international stage?
It’s really important to me because it’s literally how I speak. I grew up speaking Chiac, so I’ll start a sentence in French and finish it in English without even realizing it. Writing and singing in both languages feels just as natural to me. And I fought to sing in both languages for a long time… French and English are Canada’s two official languages, and I’d be really proud to bring both to the stage in a way that sounds like home to me.
What would you want international audiences to discover about Canadian music and Acadian culture?
I’d love for someone watching to hear my Acadian accent and think, Where’s she from? And then maybe they look up Moncton, New Brunswick, or go listen to an Acadian artist they’ve never heard before. There are so many different sounds in Canadian music, and the one I grew up with has French and English mixed together. I’d be so proud to share that little part of Canada with the rest of the world.
How did winning La Voix at 19 shape the artist you are today?
At 19, I knew I loved singing, but I was still figuring out who I was as an artist. Performing week after week on La Voix gave me room to try things and learn to trust my instincts and just be fully myself. It also taught me how to work under pressure. You have a short amount of time to make a song your own, and then you have to walk out there, take a breath, and actually sing it. Every time I did that, I gained a little more confidence. I still carry that with me, especially now that I’m getting up there and telling stories in my own words.
What does Take Care represent for you personally?
There’s a lot in that album about caring deeply for other people and figuring out what it looks like to take care of yourself too. Writing it helped me get more comfortable saying things in a song that I probably would’ve had a hard time saying in a conversation. There are moments on the album where I sound really sure of myself, and others where you can hear me working through something as I sing it. I’m glad I let both sides be there. That feels very true to who I was when I made it. It’s my very first album and I’m so proud.
What reaction to the Eurovision announcement has meant the most to you?
For me, it was seeing people back home make it their thing too. People were making videos, sharing the voting link, and putting up posters around town. Every time I saw another one, I’d think, You really took time out of your day to do that for me? It made the whole experience feel like something we got to do together. I think that’s the part I’ll remember most.
How do you hope this experience influences your next chapter?
I want to keep dreaming big and keep giving myself a chance, even when I feel a little scared. And of course I hope I get to represent Canada on that big stage. Just getting this far has already brought new people to my music, and I want to keep building on that by writing more and playing more shows. Some people heard my songs for the first time because of Eurovision. I’d love to look out from a stage someday and hear them singing those songs back to me.
What’s next for you?
Right now, I’m putting together the live show for Take Care, which I’m really excited about. I’m thinking about how the songs will feel with a band, which ones I want to strip back, and where I want to take a minute to tell the story behind a lyric. I want it to feel like you’re getting to know me a little better over the course of the night. I also recently put out my bilingual version of “Love Me Again,” and it was so much fun finding a way to make that song feel like me. And I want to spend more time writing. I feel like I have a lot to say right now, and I’m excited to hear what comes out when I sit down and start singing it.
Josiane Looks Ahead to Eurovision 2027 and Beyond
As Canada prepares to announce its Eurovision 2027 representative on December 5, Josiane is already looking toward the future with renewed confidence and a growing connection to listeners across the country.
Whether her Eurovision journey leads to the international stage or opens doors to new musical opportunities, the Acadian singer-songwriter remains focused on sharing her stories, celebrating her roots, and continuing to dream big.
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