An entry may be disqualified if:
- It is not submitted and paid for by the deadline
- It is submitted in the wrong division or category
- Information is incomplete or inaccurate
- The entry is not submitted through the online system
- The work plan exceeds the page limit or does not follow guidelines
- The work plan or work sample is missing
- The work is not your own
- Key creative contributions are not acknowledged
- A required letter of permission is missing
Yes, you can select a privacy option during submission if the content is proprietary.
Yes, missing budget information will result in a penalty. If exact figures cannot be shared, an approximate budget is acceptable. You can mark the information confidential during submission.
No, each entry is judged independently against the criteria for its category.
Yes, incorrect margins, page limits or formatting errors may result in disqualification.
All submissions will be deleted by June 30, 2026. Only authorized users can access the secure online system.
No, all entries must be submitted through the online system.
No, you may use ellipses (…) within the letter to remove unrelated wording.
Email testimonials are acceptable if they include the sender’s name and date. Electronic signatures are acceptable.
Yes, details will be included in the winners package in March 2026.
No, payments must be completed online at the time of submission.
If your entry has not been paid for or submitted, you can update your membership under “Entrant.” The rate will adjust at checkout. If you have already submitted or paid, contact the IABC/Toronto office.
If you have questions about the 2026 IABC/Toronto Ovation Awards program, our team is here to help.