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 from 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 and will be featured as a cover for the PGO 2024 Annual Report

  • 2nd Prize: $300

  • 3rd Prize: $100

PGO reserves the right to select the top 25 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.

  • Follow the Photo Guidelines outlined below.

  • Include a clearly scanned or digitally signed Photo Release Form in your submission email to info@pgo.ca. 

  • Submission deadline is April 30, 2025.  Late submissions will not be accepted.

Photo Guidelines:

  • High-resolution images (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.

  • Each photograph submission must include a detailed caption or description (maximum 200 words) explaining the context of the photo, its relevance to geoscience, and its connection to public and/or environmental protection. Please include the following information 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 the photo illustrates the role of geoscientists in protecting the public and/or environment.