The Broadcast Dialogue – Canadian Radio Awards recognize those both in front of the mic and behind-the-scenes, from news to sales and programming. The most compelling and creative performances and initiatives are recognized, judged by a jury of past and present industry professionals.
Nominations open –September 28, 2026
Nominations close – October 28, 2026
Winners will be announced – November 27, 2026
New for 2026!
Each Broadcast Dialogue – Canadian Radio Award submission will carry an entry fee of $79.99 per entry, plus taxes.
The fee supports Broadcast Dialogue in mounting the awards, with production and management, and the national promotion and recognition that has made these honours a benchmark for excellence in Canadian radio.
2026 Radio Group Supporters
Radio Group Supporters receive unlimited entries at no cost.
Interested in becoming a Radio Group Supporter?
Contact – Rob Brimacombe – rob.brimacombe@momentummediamarketing.com
Campus & Community Station of the Year – Members of NCRA/ANREC, ARCQ, and ARC receive entries at no cost, with entry code.
Need an entry code? Contact – James Wallace – james.wallace@momentummediamarketing.com
Young Broadcaster of the Year – No fee. Enter here >
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or require any assistance with uploading files – contact james.wallace@momentummediamarketing.com
Looking for your Supporter / Community Entry Code – reach out to james.wallace@momentummediamarketing.com
2026 Entry Guidelines
Entries in each category MUST consist of supporting materials limited to an mp3 (no longer than 3 minutes in length), as well as a supporting jury brief limited to 200 words – PDF format only (and no longer than two pages max), including the program, station brand and call letters, and names of talent or staff heard in the entry. Ratings data and supporting social media materials can also be attached where applicable.
Broadcast Dialogue will select a maximum of five finalists per category, with a jury of past and present industry professionals to select a winner.
Nominations open –September 28, 2026
Nominations close – October 26, 2026
Winners will be announced – November 27, 2026
Rules + Regulations
To be eligible for the 2026 competition, entries must have been published by or aired on Canadian radio between Oct 28, 2025 and Oct 26, 2026. Winning entries will be showcased on our website. By entering you agree to Broadcast Dialogue’s publication and use on social media of all materials attached to your awards submission.
Only one entry per station is allowed in any particular category.
Jury Brief Requirements
To help our jury evaluate your work, include any relevant details that add context to your submission on why you deserve recognition in a particular category. This could include, but not be limited to ratings data, results, audience engagement, and overcoming challenges.
If your entry is not produced in English, a complete script in English for radio is required for the jury.
Any questions, concerns or suggestions, can be forwarded to info@broadcastdialogue.com
Market Size
Divisions:
Major/Medium Market (pop>150K) – Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Quebec City, Winnipeg, Hamilton, Kitchener, London, Halifax, Victoria, Windsor, Saskatoon, Regina, St John’s, Kelowna, Kingston, etc.
Small (pop <150K) – All other markets, including Brandon, Medicine Hat, Grande Prairie, Thunder Bay, Yorkton, etc.