CBC Literary Prizes
Overview
Over the years these awards have brought to the public's attention many talented young people who have since gone on to become established writers.
The CBC Literary Prizes recognize talented Anglophone writers in three categories: Short Story, Nonfiction and Poetry. The competition is open to amateur and professional Canadian writers.
Prize amount
- Three prizes of $6,000 and a two-week writing residency at the Banff Centre, as well as publication of the winning work on CBC Books.
- $1,000 to every finalist in each category and publication of their works on CBC Books
Background
These prizes were established by a partnership between CBC/Radio-Canada and the Canada Council for the Arts, with the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity joining in 2012, in order to encourage emerging writers.
To know more about the eligibility criteria and to get more information about these prizes, consult the CBC Literary Prizes website.
Additional information
Prize amount
$1,000 - $6,000
Application-based
Accessibility
If you are Deaf, hard of hearing or a TTY user, please use your preferred MRS (Message Relay Service) or IP service to contact the Canada Council.
The Canada Council for the Arts can also receive calls from a video relay service (VRS). For more information, visit the VRS Canada website.