The Kingston Prize 2025

Location
Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Open to
Canadian artists aged 18 or over on the deadline date, submitting portraits of Canadians in painting or drawing

Application Fee
$40 CAD non-refundable (payment via PayPal or e-transfer)

What’s Provided

  • Main prize of $25,000 CAD

  • Two Honourable Mentions of $3,000 CAD each

  • People’s Choice awards of $1,000 CAD at each exhibition venue

  • Exhibition of 30 finalists held in November 2025

What the Artist Must Cover
Submission fee and any costs related to preparing and delivering artwork or digital files

Duration
Exhibition in November 2025; entries accepted from March 15 to September 1, 2025

Deadline
September 1, 2025

Additional Notes

  • Submissions are digital only, with high-resolution JPEG images (1–4 MB) required for jurying and publication.

  • Artist must submit a one-page artist’s statement, biography, and CV in .docx or .pdf format.

  • File naming conventions are strict and must be followed precisely.

  • Entry acknowledgment is by email; incomplete entries or missing payment are disqualified.

  • Tips and guidance are provided on photographing and preparing entries.