IABC/Montreal Ovation Awards

Choosing the right category

Ovation has something for everyone. Browse through 17 categories capturing a full range of communication activity, then choose the best option to put your work in the limelight. It’s your time to shine, so choose carefully. Ask us for guidance if you’re unsure – we’re here to help you succeed!
The divisions and categories help judges assess whether your entry achieved its goals. The judges recognize that some entries may fall into different categories, and will allow some latitude in such cases. However, you must clearly identify the division and category in which you wish to submit your entry.

Division 1 – Communication Management
This division encompasses campaigns and programs set out in a communication plan. It covers the full range of communication management skills, including planning, implementation, management and assessment. Entries may consist of various communication documents. Campaigns and programs intended for external and internal audiences may be characterized by their long-term nature or involve a single activity focusing on just one topic and clearly delineated in time.
See more

Division 2 – Communication Creative
This division encompasses projects of a more technical nature requiring the contribution of specialists such as copy editors, writers, designers, photographers, etc. These projects may or may not be part of a more extensive communication program. The goals and objectives of communications in this division are important, but the emphasis goes more on creativity and on the innovative nature of the work process as such as well as on the message conveyed.
See more

Division 3 – Students
Items submitted may be work that is conducted as part of a course, a freelance assignment or practical training. Only full-time students are eligible.
See more

Division 4 – Special Awards
Homage and Excel Awards
Nomination for these two awards requires a different process than regular entries.
Learn more

Multiple Categories

The same project, or parts of a project, may be submitted in different categories, but a unique work plan is required for each (i.e., you cannot submit the same work plan in different categories). You may submit as many entries as you wish, but separate fees apply for each entry.
For assistance, please contact: Ms. Carol Sharpe, Ovation judging coordinator, 514-944-0521.

Choosing the right category

Multiple Categories

Call for Entries