Open
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000 - $ 3,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 15, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program offers up to $3,000 to recognize outstanding photo books. It supports juried submissions across a wide range of photographic book formats, including published books, handmade books, and zines.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : September 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Submission of photography books for juried review.
- Submission of published, handmade, self-published, limited edition, or zine photo books.
Documents Needed
- Completed submission form.
- PDF file of the complete book.
- Image files in JPG format.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Photographers
- Publishers
- Editors and curators submitting books
Eligible geographic areas
- Worldwide
Selection criteria
- Innovation and originality of the photo book.
- Strength of the photographic work and overall presentation.
- Fit with the award category and subcategory.
- Evaluation by the jury of industry professionals.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the submission
- Complete the submission form.
- Prepare the required PDF file of the complete book.
- Prepare the image files in JPG format.
- Step 2: Submit online
- Use the online submission portal to upload the form and files.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Step 3: Wait for review and results
- The jury reviews the submissions.
- Shortlisted applicants and recipients are contacted by email.
- Winners and finalists are announced publicly.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a jury of photography professionals.
- Finalists are selected from the submitted books.
- Winners and finalists are announced after review.
- Shortlisted applicants and recipients are contacted by email.
Additional information
- Applicants may submit as many entries as they want.
- Submissions are accepted online only.
- Shortlisted applicants and recipients are contacted by email.
- Winners and finalists are announced publicly through the foundation's channels.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize Program
What is the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize?
This program offers up to $3,000 to recognize outstanding photo books. It supports juried submissions across a wide range of photographic book formats, including published books, handmade books, and zines.
How much funding can be received?
2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize program?
To be eligible for the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize program, you must:
Photographers or publishers
Photo books created in the eligible period
Accepted book format or category
What expenses are eligible under 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize?
Submission of photography books for juried review.
Submission of published, handmade, self-published, limited edition, or zine photo books.
Who can I contact for more information about the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize?
You can contact Lucie Foundation by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize available?
The 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize program is available across Canada.
Is the 2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize a grant, loan, or tax credit?
2026 Lucie Foundation Photo Book Prize is a Grant and Funding