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Governor General's Awards in Visual and Media Arts

2013 Winners

Each year, the Canada Council and the Governor General of Canada collaborate to honour excellence in visual and media arts.

Up to 8 awards of $25,000 are available:

  • up to 6 awards for distinguished artistic career achievement in visual and/or media arts
  • 1 award for the Saidye Bronfman Award for excellence in the fine crafts
  • 1 award for Outstanding Contribution (to recognize an individual or group for outstanding contribution to contemporary visual and/or media arts)

An independent peer jury of experienced visual and media arts professionals selects the winners.