Dayne Ogilvie Prize for LGBTQ2S+ Emerging Writers
Deadlines February 11, April 15, June 24 (must be received by these dates), formerly February 26, 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, 2025 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 10 of the current year must be received by February 11; those published between February 11 and April 14 must be received by April 15; those published between April 15 and September 30 must be received by June 24. 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: December 19, 2025
