Dayne Ogilvie Prize for LGBTQ2S+ Emerging Writers
Deadlines February 26, April 30, June 25 (must be received by these dates), formerly February 27, April 30, June 25. Recommended free contest from Writers' Trust of Canada awards C$12,000 top prize for a debut book in any genre published in Canada between October 1, 2024 and September 30 of the deadline year by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ2S+ community. Deadline varies depending on when the book was published: Books published between October 1, 2024 and February 25, 2025 must be received by February 26, those published between February 26 and April 29 must be received by April 30, and those published between April 30 and September 30 must be received by June 25. Publisher should send 5 hard copies of the book and submit entry form, PDF of the book, press kit, and list of qualifying titles published by that publisher, to establish eligibility via sponsor's online form. See website for detailed requirements. Prize is named in memory of editor, writer, and literary manager Dayne Ogilvie.
Source: https://www.writerstrust.com/awards/dayne-ogilvie-prize
Published: February 1, 2025
