The Emerging Digital Artists Award (EDAA) is Canada’s award for critical experimentation in digital media, proudly presented by EQ Bank. 

  
Each year, five emerging artists receive a $5,000 prize for their outstanding work, which is included in a public exhibition and then acquired by EQ Bank for their digital art collection. The artists are recognized at an award ceremony in Toronto, and are eligible for additional opportunities to further their craft through residencies, mentorships, and production support.

Five artists receive a $5,000 prize

  
**A TOURING GROUP EXHIBITION**

The five winning artworks are showcased in a group exhibition that tours across Ontario to two major galleries in 2026:

* Gallery TPW, Toronto (January 7-31, 2026)
* Art Windsor-Essex, Windsor (March 19 – June 28, 2026)

  
**A VIRTUAL EXHIBITION**

The five winning artworks are also featured in a virtual exhibition produced by Cat Bluemke and Dream Bike Game Co-operative (Brendy Lehman) in partnership with the MacKenzie Art Gallery, Regina, in 2026\. Recipients have the opportunity to work closely with the producers to reimagine their work for virtual space

  
**A PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITY**

One recipient will be selected to produce an Artist Project in the Fall 2026 issue of BlackFlash Magazine, through mentorship support from their editorial team

  
**A ONE-YEAR SUBSCRIPTION TO PILOT ART LIST**

All five award winners receive a one-year subscription to Pilot Art List, an email list service of paid artist opportunities in Canada and the US

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