Calling all P.Geo.’s, Geoscientists-in-Training, and Student Members of PGO!

Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) invites its registrants, geoscientists-in-training, and student members to participate in a photo contest aimed at showcasing the geoscience profession. Participants have a unique opportunity to educate the public about the vital role geoscientists play in protecting the public and the environment.

We are seeking high-quality, original photographs that reflect your geoscience work, whether that is engaging fieldwork, innovative technological applications, or stunning natural landscapes that you study. Your submissions will help raise awareness about geoscience and demonstrate why it is a trusted and essential profession.

Selected photos will be featured in a gallery where PGO registrants, geoscientists-in-training, and student members can view and vote for their favorites. Winners will be determined based on this voting.

Prizes

  • 1st Prize: $500 (Featured as the cover for the PGO 2025-2026 Annual Report)
  • 2nd Prize: $300
  • 3rd Prize: $100

PGO reserves the right to select the top 10 photos for the final round.

How to Participate

  • Submit a high-quality, original photograph that illustrates your unique geoscience story and its impact on public protection. You can submit up to three photos.
  • Include a clearly scanned or digitally signed Photo Release Form in your submission email to info@pgo.ca.
  • Submission deadline is April 30, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
  • Follow the Photo Guidelines outlined below.

Photo Guidelines

  • High-resolution images in JPEG or PNG format (minimum 1920 x 1080 pixels) suitable for online communication.
  • Photos must be original, created by the submitter, and must not infringe on third-party rights.
  • Photos submitted must be taken in Ontario to highlight the geoscience landscape and/or geoscience work carried out within the province.
  • Each photograph submission must include a caption or description (maximum 100 words). Photos submitted without a description will not be considered.
Please include the following in your caption:
  • Location of the photo.
  • Brief description of the geoscience activity or feature shown.
  • Brief explanation of the significance of the photo in relation to the profession and how it illustrates the role of geoscientists in protecting the public and/or environment.