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The 2026 Edition of the Canadian Online Publishing Awards has been released. It includes a new division for Audio/Streaming content creators and some new categories. Martin Seto, producer of the COPAs, wanted to do a refresh to make sure the COPA stays fresh and relevant in its 18th year history. One of the new categories is AI assisted design, as the COPAs dips its toe in the world of AI.
NEW DIVISION
Audio and Streaming Content (Purple)
This division is open to any digital channel that streams audio and video that includes radio, TV and streamers on digital channels (Youtube, Spotify, Apple).
NEW CATEGORIES
DIGITAL DESIGN
1. Digital Edition Replica Magazine Cover
2. Use of Artificial Intelligence in Design
3. Microsite/Article Design
4. Home Page Design
5. Multiplatform Digital Solution
CONTENT EXCELLENCE
1. Opinion/Commentary or Opt-ed
2. Special Interest Story
3. Local Community Entrepreneur Profile
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2025 Medal Report
The COPAs were held on February 12, 2026 in Toronto and this year’s top winner went to Red River College with 5 Gold a 1 silver followed by Legion Magazine with 4 gold and 2 silver. Third place went to CBC/Radio Canada with 3 Gold and 1 Silver.
Some of the new winners in this year’s crop include HR News Canada (2G, 2S), Carleton University (2G), The Weather Network (2G), Les As de Auto, (G,S), Canada Media Fund (G), Legislative Assembly of Ontario,(G), LS Times TV (G), Sheridan College (G), U of T Magazine (G), Wealth Simple (G), Algonquin Times (S), Investigative Journalism Bureau (S), Les Affaires (S), and Toronto Journal (S).
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Dec 14: Finalist Announcement
