For the Record Poetry Contest & Anthology A project of Northern INK Publishing Fledgling Listing: This project is new and has been listed with us for less than six months. About Every poem selected for For the Record will be published in Northern INK's anthology.But this year, we want the anthology to become something more than a place where a poem appears once.At Northern INK, we've always thought of ourselves as a platform that helps writers move forward. Sometimes that has meant workshops, feedback, community, publication, or simply helping someone gain the confidence to call themselves a writer.This year, we want to make that promise more concrete.We want our annual anthology to become a place writers can build from.From the writers who submit to For the Record, three poets will be selected for a Northern INK Signature Release, to be published in 2027 or beyond.Each Signature Release will be a professionally edited and published chapbook-sized collection of the writer's own work. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions, and they do not offer monetary payment for accepted submissions. The fee is CAD $5 (below average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established Canada Established in 2026 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 31 March 2027* (approx. 183 days from now).Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 3 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms, including: Experimental poetry, Formal verse, Free verse, Narrative poetry.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Humorous, Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Themes:Aging (31 Mar 2027*)True Stories (31 Mar 2027*)Winner's Prize:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are allowed in some circumstances; check their site for details.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are NOT allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to contest webpage Submit through Duosuma Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial Platforms:None known For the Editor(s): Link to Duotrope For the Record Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. Filter: Category: Group by submission Accuracy: We have not received any complete reports within the past 12 months. Pending 1 response is pending (19 days waiting). This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: CAD $5.00. Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 10 Sep 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only