49th Annual GOG Awards:
Call for Nominations is NOW CLOSE
Thank you to all of those who nominated to the 49th Annual GOG Awards! Nominations are now closed.
This year will be the 49th edition of the GOG Awards. It has been an honour to celebrate excellence in Ontario’s public galleries for 49 years, and we are excited to continue the tradition!
Our annual Awards Program is a signature keystone event in our cultural calendar! As the only annual juried awards of its kind, the iconic GOG Awards celebrate the outstanding achievement, artistic merit, and excellence of arts institutions and professionals in the public art gallery sector.
Nomination period
→ Nominations open: Monday, June 1, 2026
→ Nominations close: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
Want to nominate to the 50th GOG Awards but not yet a GOG member? Learn more about our membership program and benefits here: https://galeries-ontario-galleries.ca/membership/your-membership-your-benefits/
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PAST AWARD WINNERS
Now in its 49th year, the GOG Awards have represented excellence across a vast range of production, talent and innovation from institutions of all shapes and sizes.
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Public galleries are vibrant hubs of creativity, education, and connection, enriching our communities and celebrating the power of the visual arts. While the sector continues to adapt to evolving demands, including funding shifts and increasing operational needs, these challenges highlight the importance of rallying together to ensure their sustainability and growth.
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As a dedicated charitable organization, GOG proudly advocates for Ontario’s public art galleries and for the broader visual arts and cultural community across Canada. We strive to be responsive to the ever-evolving needs of our members so they can continue to inspire, educate, and engage their communities in meaningful ways. Today, we turn to you, our valued supporter, to help us sustain and grow this vital work.
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