WIN Awards FAQs

  • Nominations for the 2026 WIN Awards open in November 2025.

  • No, self-nominations are not permitted.

  • The 2026 WIN Award Nominations close in February 2026.

  • No. Please review the Nomination Criteria.

  • Previous nominees are not included, however, are encouraged to be nominated again. You will need to submit a nomination for this year.

  • No, please refer to the Nomination Criteria page for more information. Part of the nomination process requires the nominee to sign a Nomination Consent and Confirmation Form.

  • No, late submissions will not be accepted. Nominations have a hard due date.

  • Sponsorship details and inquiry form are available by visiting Sponsor WIN Awards.

  • The event will take place end of April 2026.

  • You will be able to donate to the scholarship fund when ordering tickets. Tickets will be available in late March.

  • Each of the winners is allocated a certain amount. They decide how funds are distributed.

  • There are five new judges every awards season.

  • If you are interested in being or would like to recommend a potential judge, please submit the contact form; select "WIN Awards" for the subject and provide details in the "Message" field.

  • Please submit the contact form (select “Volunteering" for the subject.)