The Giller Prize 

Founded in 1994 by Jack Rabinovitch in memory of his late wife, literary journalist Doris Giller, the Giller Prize is awarded annually to the author of the best Canadian novel, graphic novel, or short story collection written in or translated into English.

Just Announced: The 2026 Longlist

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Tara Gereaux
Michelle Good
Patmeena Sabit
Patrick Dewitt
Wayne Johnston
Mai Nguyen
Patricia Finn
Lisa Robertson
Nazanine Hozar
Colin Mcadam
Cordelia Strube
Hollay Ghadery
Nicholas Herring
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2025 Winner

Pick a Colour: A Novel

Souvankham Thammavongsa's intimate and sharply written novel follows a nail salon owner as she toils away for the privileged clients who don't even know her true name.

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More Notable Past Winners

What Strange Paradise (2021)

Omar El Akkad's profoundly moving novel brings the global refugee crisis down to the level of a child's eyes.

Washington Black (2018)

Esi Edugyan's dazzling, original novel of slavery and freedom—now a TV miniseries streaming on Disney+.

Fifteen Dogs (2015)

André Alexis’s modern masterpiece offers a compelling look at the beauty and perils of human consciousness.

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Founded in 1994 by Jack Rabinovitch in memory of his wife Doris Giller, the Giller Prize celebrates the best in Canadian fiction, awarding $100,000 annually to an outstanding novel, short story collection, or graphic novel. Explore all past winners that represent the very best in CanLit.

2026 Key Dates
Be sure to check back often for the latest 2026 Giller Prize announcements! Mark your calendar for the longlist unveiling on September 8, 2026, followed by the shortlist reveal on October 5, 2026, and the grand winner announcement on November 16, 2026.

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