Award (published work)

CWC Awards of Excellence 2027 (published works)

Crime Writers of Canada

Pay / prize

CA$200–1,000 per category ($4,950 total)

Entry fee

CA$30–55 (novel $55, novella $40, short story $30; 20% member discount)

Length

Varies by category

Eligibility & notes

Canadian citizens/PRs. Work published Jan 1–Dec 31, 2026. Categories include novel, first novel, traditional mystery, short story, novella.

Last checked

2026-10-17

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