Canadian Geographic Photo Club - Contests
  

Current contests

Photo of the Week Contest

By uploading your best shots to any area of the Photo Club, you’ve automatically entered to have your photo featured on our site. A new winner is posted every Monday.

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33rd Annual Photo Competition (2018)

Canadian Geographic's Annual photo competition is in its 33rd year. Enter your photos to win photography gear and other great prizes from Vistek and Nikon and more!

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Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition (2018)

Submit your photos to any or all of the contest categories for a chance to be published in a special themed issue of Canadian Geographic magazine and featured in a special exhibition at The Canadian Museum of Nature.

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Past contests

Show Us Your Canada Photo Competition (2018)

To celebrate our deep ties, the governments of Canada and China have officially named 2018 the Canada-China Year of Tourism. It’s an incredible opportunity to celebrate our history and what makes us unique. Want to make 2018 an unforgettable year for Canadian tourism? Here's how you can help! Submit your photos to any or all of the contest categories to be published online and showcased at Canada-China Year of Tourism closing ceremonies in China.

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32nd Annual Photo Competition (2017)

Canadian Geographic's Annual photo competition is in its 32nd year. Enter your photos of Canadian Landscapes, Flora and Fauna, Urban Canada, Wild Weather, and Active Outdoors to win photography gear and other great prizes from Vistek and more!

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Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition (2017)

Submit your photos to any or all of the contest categories for a chance to be published in a special themed issue of Canadian Geographic magazine and featured in a special exhibition at The Canadian Museum of Nature.

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Show Us Your Riding Photo Competition

CPAC and Canadian Geographic are looking for outstanding photos from each and every one of Canada's 338 electoral districts, including the ones you visit and the one you call home. Every riding has unique features that influence – or are influenced by – our democratic institutions. Take your best shot in one of five categories, tell us what riding is featured and fill us in on the story behind the photo for a chance to win great prizes.

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The Great Trail Photo Competition

Much like Canada itself, The Great Trail is wonderfully diverse–not to mention stunningly photogenic. Formerly known as the Trans Canada Trail, the Great Trail boasts the world's longest network of recreational trails, weaving 21,500 kilometres across the country and linking city commuters to remote trekkers, landlubbers to aquaphiles. Most Canadians live within 30 minutes of The Great Trail, so grab your camera and capture everything it has to offer for a chance to win amazing prizes!

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Photos from the Field: Working in Canada's North Photo Competition

Do you have pictures from working in Canada’s North? Whether it’s research in action, showing off scientific tools, illustrating life in the field, or scenic landscapes of scientific importance, we want to see your photos and learn the story behind them. Submit your photos for a chance to be published on the Canadian Geographic website and featured in a special exhibition of the Polar Continental Shelf Program.

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Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition (2016)

Submit your best wildlife portraits, macro wildlife photography and shots of geological formations for a chance to be featured in an exhibit at the Canadian Museum of Nature, and win great prizes from Vistek and more!

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31st Annual Photo Competition (2016)

Canadian Geographic's Annual photo competition is in its 31st year. Enter your photos of Canadian parks, Exploration and Adventure, Canada’s North, Urban Canada, Flora and Fauna, and First nations to win photography gear and other great prizes from Vistek and more!

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Show Us Your Canada Photo Competition

Submit your photos to any or all of the contest categories for a chance to be published in a special themed calendar and to win amazing prizes from Canadian Geographic and the Mountie Shop!

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30th Annual Photo Competition (2015)

Canadian Geographic's Annual photo competition is in its 30th year. Enter your photos of Canadian landscapes, Flora and fauna, Wild weather, Active outdoors, and Urban Canada to win photography gear and other prizes.

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Hydro Power Photo Competition

What does renewable electricity mean to you? Whether you picture a pristine and powerful waterscape, or want to show a creative new way of looking at a dam, or prefer to explore an abstract interpretation of energy, we want to see your photos!

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Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition (2015)

Submit your best wildlife portraits, macro wildlife photography and shots of geological formations for a chance to be featured in an exhibit at the Canadian Museum of Nature.

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Your Pets in Focus (2015)

Show us what makes your pet special. Submit your photos that capture your pets' personalities, your relationship with them, and more. Your photos could appear in a special pet-themed publication later this year.

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Click Here Manitoba Photo Contest

The contest that celebrates the magnificence of Manitoba. Click away at that shutter to capture amazing cultural festivals, winter fun, breathtaking landscapes, fishing and camping, and the wondrous wildlife. The grand prize winner will receive a spectacular trip for two to Manitoba!

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Budding and Blooming Photo Contest

Shutterbugs with a green thumb will love this contest! Enter photos from your garden, public gardens or nature’s garden for your chance to win a lawn mower, photo gear, a gift voucher and a Canadian Geographic one-year subscription!

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Remembering the First World War Photo Contest

As part of our commemoration of the First World War, we’ve launched the Remembering the First World War Photo Contest, where you can upload your images honouring the war. Be sure to enter for the chance to win one of five Canadian Geographic prize packs!

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29th Annual Photo Contest (2014)

Canadian Geographic's Annual photo contest is in its 29th year. Enter your photos of Festivals and Celebrations, Canadian Landscapes, Flora and fauna, Outdoor Activities, and your Favourite Places in Canada to win photography gear and other prizes.

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Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year (2014)

Submit your best wildlife portraits, macro wildlife photography and shots of geological formations for a chance to be featured in an exhibit at the Canadian Museum of Nature.

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Your Pets in Focus (2014)

If you've captured your pet's purrfection, enter our 2nd Annual Your Pets in Focus Photo Contest. Winning photos may appear in a special pet-themed magazine issue!

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Skyward Photo Contest

For the first time, Canadian Geographic launches the Skyward Photo Contest. We're looking for your best photos of the night sky, hot shots of man-made objects that fly and photos taken from a high vantage point. One of your photos could be featured in an upcoming issue of Canadian Geographic..

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Whatever the Weather Photo Contest (2013)

Canadian Geographic and the Weather Network present the 2013 Whatever the Weather photo contest. Submit your best shots of spectacular skies, nature’s forces, ice and snow, and people and weather. Your photos could be published in an upcoming Canadian Geographic magazine.

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28th Annual Photo Contest (2013)

Canadian Geographic's Annual photo contest is in its 28th year. Enter your photos of birds, Canadian bridges, Canadian parks and outdoor activities to win photography gear and other prizes.

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Authentic Alberta Photo Contest

From photos of breathtaking landscapes and wildlife to shots of people and culture, show us how you see Alberta. You could win an Alberta vacation for two.

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Canada's Energy Photo Contest

Enter your most powerful shots of energy production landscapes and energy and people. Or, challenge yourself to represent energy through shapes, colour, pattern and texture.

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This Is Geography

What is geography to you? As you explore Canada and the world, submit your photos of what you think geography is. Who knows, your photo might be used in a new ad campaign, Instagram or in the magazine.

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Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Contest (2013)

Submit your best wildlife portraits, macro wildlife photography and shots of geological formations for a chance to be featured in an exhibit at the Canadian Museum of Nature.

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Your Pets in Focus (2013)

Show us what makes your pet special. Submit your photos that capture your pets' personalities, your relationship with them, and more. Your photos could appear in a special pet-themed publication later this year.

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Spirit of Canadian Football

Submit your photos to any or all of the contest categories (up to two photos per category) for a chance to win a trip for two to the 2013 Grey Cup and great photography gear plus have your photo published in Canadian Geographic magazine!

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Who Has Seen the Wind Contest

Who Has Seen the Wind Contest

Enter to win the Who has seen the wind? Photo Contest, a partnership between Canadian Geographic and the Canadian Wind Energy Association. Submit your best photos to our three categories and you could have them published in Canadian Geographic and win fabulous prizes!

Snap a Moose Contest

Snap a Moose Contest

A chance to photograph one of North America’s largest mammals Enter to win the photo opportunity of a lifetime: a spot in the Algonquin Moose Photography Workshop lead by professional photographer Rob Stimpson.

Best of the Bruce Landscape Photography Contest

Best of the Bruce Landscape Photography Contest

Enter to win an all-inclusive three-day workshop led by professional photographer Ethan Meleg in the beautiful Bruce Peninsula National Park.

Heritage Treasures of Parks Canada Photo Contest

Heritage Treasures of Parks Canada Photo Contest

Capture shots from any national park or historic site for a chance to win excellent prizes from Nikon, VIA Rail and Parks Canada.

Canada’s Capitals Photo Contest

Canada’s Capitals Photo Contest

Canada’s 14 capital cities each have features and landmarks that reflect their unique character — something that symbolizes their vibrant role in our nation, provinces and territories.

The Blue Water Photo Contest

The Blue Water Photo Contest

Water is the key to the survival of every living thing on Earth, and humans have devised countless ways to alter, divert and use it. Where water is scarce, people conserve every drop; where it’s abundant, we waste it. To signal the importance of water conservation, we are proud to present The Canadian Geographic Blue Water Photo Contest, in partnership with the RBC Blue Water Project.

The Great Canadian Railway Photo Contest

The Great Canadian Railway Photo Contest

Capture the people, places and goods that breathe life into railways across Canada and you could win great prizes in our Great Canadian Railway photo contest, a partnership between Canadian Geographic and the Rail Association of Canada.

Western Heritage Values Photo Contest

Western Heritage Values Photo Contest

Canadian Geographic presents the Western Heritage Values Photo Contest celebrating the spirit and values of Canada’s western heritage.

Energy Diet Challenge Photo Contest

Energy Diet Challenge Photo Contest

Canadian Geographic presents the Energy Diet Challenge Photo Contest picturing energy savings around the home and on the move.

Cold Snap Photo Contest

Enter images that capture life and adventure in the Arctic and Antarctic regions for CG Photo Club’s first international photo contest.

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Birds of Canada Photo Contest

Birds of Canada Photo Contest

The Birds of Canada photo contest is now closed. Thanks to everyone who participated.

Canadian Geographic 27th Annual Photo Contest

Canadian Geographic 27th Annual Photo Contest

Submit images that capture the beauty of our country. You may see your photos published in Canadian Geographic and win fabulous prizes!

Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Contest (2012)

Enter your best Canadian wildlife photos to win our fifth annual Wildlife Photography of the Year competition!

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World Views Contest

World Views Contest

World Views Photo Contest Canadian Geographic and Parks Canada present World views, a photo contest celebrating 15 natural and cultural UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Life's a Rodeo Photo Contest

Life's a Rodeo Photo Contest

Share your best photos capturing the western spirit in the Life's a Rodeo photo contest to be entered into a draw to win Calgary Stampede gear.

Whatever The Weather Photo Contest (2012)

Check out the cool new look of our latest photo contest! Enter your best images in the Whatever the Weather photo contest.

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