A prize of $130,000 Canadian (approximately $96,732) is given annually for a poetry collection written or translated into English by a living poet or translator from anywhere in the world and published during the previous year. Finalists receive $10,000 Canadian (approximately $7,441) each for their participation in the shortlisted authors event to be held in Toronto in June. Publishers may submit four copies of a book published between January 1 and June 30 by June 30. There is no entry fee. The deadline for books published during the second half of the year is December 31. Visit the website for the required entry form and complete guidelines.
Griffin Trust for Excellence in Poetry, Griffin Poetry Prize, 363 Parkridge Crescent, Oakville ON L6M 1A8, Canada. (905) 618-0420. Ruth Smith, Executive Director.