Canada’s Got Talent 2025 Semi-Finals: Who’s Still in the Race?
Canada’s Got Talent (CGT) Season 5 premiered on March 18, 2025, and as of April 2, 2025, the show has entered the semi-final stage. The competition is heating up as 13 talented acts battle for a $1 million grand prize, with some contestants already securing a Golden Buzzer advantage.
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Judges and Host of CGT 2025
CGT 2025 features a star-studded judging panel and an experienced host:
- Host: Lindsay Ell
- Judges:
- Shania Twain
- Katherine Ryan
- Howie Mandel
- Kardinal Offishall
The Golden Buzzer remains a game-changer, automatically advancing acts to the semi-finals and awarding them $25,000 from CIBC.
Meet the Semi-Finalists of Canada’s Got Talent 2025
These 13 contestants have made it to the semi-finals, with Golden Buzzer acts having an edge over the competition:
| Contestant | Act Type | Hometown | Golden Buzzer? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carsim Birmingham | Singer | Vancouver, BC | Yes (Kardinal Offishall) |
| DeeDee Austin | Singer & Pianist | Abegweit First Nation, PEI | Yes (Shania Twain) |
| Jacob Lewis | Singer | Butlerville, NL | No |
| Ada Vox | Drag Queen Singer | Toronto, ON | No |
| Tape Face | Mime Comedian | AGT alum | No |
| Bayarma Parry | Contortionist | Part of Angara group | No |
| Wes-P | Variety Act | Japan | No |
| Chantaaaal | Drag Queen Flutist | France | No |
| Forbidden Nights | Burlesque Group | International act | No |
| Marcos & Marcel | Robot Variety | Duo act | No |
| Gerrardon | Mime Runner | AGT alum | No |
| Mahiro Mizukawa | Dancer | Japan | No |
| Stefano Bronzato | Magician | Italy | No |
Judges’ Reactions to Standout Acts
- Kardinal Offishall called Carsim Birmingham “a once-in-a-generation talent.”
- Shania Twain was moved by DeeDee Austin’s piano performance, saying “This is why we have this stage.”
- Howie Mandel and Katherine Ryan praised acts like Wes-P for shock value and originality.
Who Will Win Canada’s Got Talent 2025? Winner Prediction
With a mix of talent, predicting a winner is tough. However, based on public support and judge praise, Carsim Birmingham appears to be the frontrunner. That said, Ada Vox’s drag performances and Tape Face’s comedic routines could shake up the competition.
Predicted Winner: Carsim Birmingham – but audience votes could bring surprises!
Canada’s Got Talent Past Winners
Here’s a look at past CGT winners:
| Year | Winner | Act Type | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Sagkeeng’s Finest | Dance Troupe | $100,000 + Nissan GT-R |
| 2022 | Jeanick Fournier | Singer | $150,000 |
| 2023 | Not specified | – | $150,000 |
| 2024 | Rebecca Strong | Singer | $1,000,000 |
Where to Watch and How to Vote
- Watch Live: Tuesdays at 8 PM ET/PT on Citytv
- Vote for Your Favorite Contestant: Visit Citytv’s official website
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