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THE CENTRE FOR CIVIC ENGAGEMENT  HUNTER PRIZE

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Application Deadline: August 3rd, 2026

LOCATION: Canada

The Hunter Prize for Public Policy aims to shake up Canadian policymaking by marshalling fresh ideas, energy, and voices to take on a clearly-defined “wicked problem” and improve the economic and social well-being of Canadians. The Hunter Prize is an initiative of the Centre for Civic Engagement. The Hub is the project’s media partner.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Problem:

A “wicked problem” is an issue or challenge that is difficult to solve for three reasons: (1) it involves interconnected economic, cultural, and social factors, (2) it tends to be long-term in nature, and (3) its possible solutions can be contentious due to entrenched thinking and interests.

A wicked problem currently hampering Canada’s long-term economic prospects is the decline in entrepreneurship and business dynamism.

How does this work?

Entrants are asked to consider our topic and challenge below, then provide a short synopsis of their policy proposal. All entries will be adjudicated by an esteemed panel of judges, including Jeff Adamson, Bram Belzberg, Zita Cobb, Lucy Hargreaves, and Charles Lammam. The judges will select 10 finalists to further refine and develop their ideas before vying for $50,000 in cash prizes and the chance to translate their idea into actionable public policy. The Hunter Prize submission period is open until August 2, 2026.

Submissions are limited to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals on refugee, student, or work visas.

Canadian citizens living abroad can apply.

Entries can be made in English or French.

Rules and Expectations:

Initial submissions should be 1,500 words or less. Entry directions will be provided on the submission form.

If your initial submission is selected as one of ten finalists, you will be asked to produce a longer-form policy proposal (approximately 2,500-3,000 words) that further develops and refines your idea, including cost estimates, implementation plans, etc. Finalists will also be asked to produce an op-ed-style article in support of their proposal to be published at TheHub.ca.

Figures and tables cannot be included in the initial submission. However, if selected to be a finalist, figures and tables can be included in the longer-form papers.

Submissions can be co-authored, and the details of all authors should be included in the submission. Any potential winnings will be split among authors.

The Hunter Prize will only accept one submission per author.

    BENEFIT:

    The Hunter Prize will include $50,000 in prizes to be awarded.

    The winner will receive a cash prize of $25,000 to translate their idea into public policy. The runner-up will receive a $5,000 prize. Those placing 3 through 10 will receive prizes of $2,500.

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    15TH ANNUAL MANGA KINGDOM TOTTORI INTERNATIONAL COMIC ART CONTEST

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    Application Deadline: August 31st, 2026

    LOCATION: Japan

    The 15th Annual Manga Kingdom Tottori International Comic Art Contest is open for submission. The contest will be accepting submissions under the following three categories. All entries must reflect the theme “Clothes.”
    1-frame manga (1 page)
    4-frame manga (1-8 pages)
    4 to 24 page manga story
    (Artists can submit to multiple categories and can make multiple entries. Co-produced works will also be accepted.)

    ELIGIBILITY:

    Entries must be original works that have not been previously published
    or publicly released. (Works published as doujinshi are acceptable.)

    There are no specific eligibility requirements, and submissions from artists of all ages and nationalities will be accepted.

    Submissions must be received between April 20th, 2026, and August 31st, 2026 (no later than this date).

    Requirements:

    General criteria:

    Original paper size must be B4 (257mm X 364mm) or A4(210mm X 297mm).

    Write the title and text in Japanese or in your own native language.

    Submitted work may be in color or black and white (or a combination of both).

    Page numbers should be clearly visible at the bottom of each page.

    For hand-drawn hard copy:

    Double-sided works will not be accepted.

    Title and text must be clearly written and readable.

    For soft copy:

    The file format of the submitted data must be in .pdf format

    For black and white data submissions, we recommend a display resolution of 600dpi or more.

    For color data submissions, we recommend a display resolution of 350dpi or more.

    Submitting Works:

    Submitting the original work (hard or soft copy)

    For paper submission, submit one original sized copy in A4 sized paper.
    Ensure that title and text are clearly written and readable before sending.

    For soft copy submission, submit in a CD-R or DVD-R.

    Include one Application Form per entry.

    Submitted copy will not be returned.
    Send submissions to:
    Manga Kingdom Tottori International Comic Art Contest Office
    Work Submission Section (c/o MediBang Inc.)

    SHIBUYA PLACE Level 2

    1-10-5 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku,Tokyo 150-0043 JAPAN

    Submitting via the website

    Access the online application form, fill in the required fields, and upload the file data.

    Application Form URL Link: https://forms.gle/Xr532fz6FSTR1W6Y9

    Required Information: Application Category, Entry Title, Nationality, Name, Contact Details, Birthdate, Gender, Occupation (or School Name and Grade), Pen Name / Pseudonym.

    Data Format and File Size Limits: Data must be submitted in .pdf format (name the pdf after the title of your work).
    The maximum size for upload is 100MB.

    BENEFIT:

    The selection committee will review all three categories and select one work to be awarded the Grand Prize. Additional works will be considered for other awards. The contest prizes consist of the following:

    1 work will be awarded the Grand Prize consisting of a certificate and 500,000 yen.

    2 works will be awarded merit awards consisting of a certificate and 100,000 yen.

    Approximately 3 works will be awarded a selection committee award consisting of a certificate and 50,000 yen.

    Approximately 3 works will be awarded a U-15 youth manga artist prize (for artists 15 years of age and younger) consisting of a certificate and prize item (30,000 yen value).

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