Ottawa Book Awards

The Ottawa Book Awards are coordinated through the Office of Cultural Affairs. The awards recognize published books of literary excellence, written by local authors residing in Ottawa. From 1986 to 2003, the awards alternated annually between the categories of fiction and non-fiction. As of 2004, the awards will include submissions in both English and French. A prize of $2,500 will be awarded in each of the following four categories: English fiction, English non-fiction, French fiction and French non-fiction. Children’s books are eligible for submission. Four copies of each book must be submitted and the deadline is usually in December of each year. The awards are traditionally announced in April to coincide with Canada Book Day.