It’s finally time! The Canadian shows have begun—even on Monday—and the rest of the more than 117 Canadian acts are on their way to Austin, if they’re not here yet. We’ve got all the details you need, including the latest schedules, calendars, and exclusive previews:

• We have an exclusive electronic calendar you can download to your computer or mobile device of choice that lists every official Canadian showcase.
• For the most complete calendar, featuring more than 340 Canadian shows already in a format ready for printing, check out our printable daily schedules:
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
• Canadian acts are spread out over more than 96 venues. Here’s a listing of every venue you’ll need to know about, and its street address.
• Do your SXSW plans involve more than just Canadian bands? Check our our list of 10 must-see Canadians at SXSW to see which ones you can’t miss.
• We’ll have exclusive SXSW coverage, broadcasting live this Friday at 4:30 PM on KOOP 91.7 FM and at KOOP.org.

Be sure to check here and on social media (@tgwnradio and Facebook) for the latest SXSW updates as the week unfolds!

UPDATE: The latest schedules and calendars are now at SXSW 2015: Canada has arrived!

It’s almost time! Beginning in just one week, more than 112 Canadian artists will descend upon Austin for this year’s South By Southwest Music Festival.

Let’s say that again: 112 artists. Along with at least nine Canadian day parties, more than 164 official Canadian showcases, and one epic barbecue.

The numbers can be overwhelming—but, figuring out which bands to catch doesn’t need to be. We’ve created several tools to help you make the most of your week in Austin:

• Interested in the complete list of Canadian artists at SXSW? Look no further than our listing of all 112 acts.
• Limited time? Don’t fret. We’ve written all about this year’s 10 must-see Canadians at SXSW.
• Looking for a complete, organized, and printable list of all 164 official Canadian showcases? We’ve made one!
• Want to see all the official Canadian showcases in your electronic calendar program of choice? Download our exclusive calendar.
• Interested in the always-epic Canadian Blast BBQ at Brush Square? We’ve got the details for you!

Don’t forget to tune in to This Great White North this Friday and next for special SXSW coverage and playlists featuring many of the independent Canadian artists coming to South By Southwest. We broadcast live from Austin on KOOP 91.7 FM, every Friday at 4:30 PM Central. If you’re not in Austin, listen to us online at KOOP.org.

We recently provided Austin-based events and culture site Do512 with our list of 10 must-see Canadian acts at this year’s South By Southwest festival. Who are these illustrious Canucks?

• Rah Rah
• JPNSGRLS
• Lowell
• Jeff Stuart and The Hearts
• Pomo
• Solids
• The Acorn
• July Talk
• New Hands
• Reuben and The Dark

Check out the article, complete with our previews and embedded videos, at Do512.