The Malahat Review Far Horizons Award for Short Fiction A project of The Malahat Review (see other related projects). About The Far Horizons Award alternates between Short Fiction (held during odd-numbered years) and Poetry (held during even-numbered years) to complement the Long Poem and Novella prizes. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee range is CAD $15 to $35 (below average to above average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to those who have not yet published a book of fiction. Want more insight into the affiliated editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s) of The Malahat Review. Country of Publication Canada Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded biennially (every other year) AI Policy Human-created work preferred, but limited AI use may be permitted in some circumstances (see their site for details) Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Short Story: 1,000 - 3,500 words.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: CAD $1,250 for winner.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @malahatreview.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @malahatreview Support this Publisher: Subscribe For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Malahat Review Far Horizons Award for Short Fiction 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. We have not received any submission reports for this listing in the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsThe Constance Rooke Creative Nonfiction Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Malahat Review Far Horizons Award for Poetry Charges fees for all submissionsThe Malahat Review Long Poem Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Malahat Review Novella Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Malahat Review Open Season Awards Charges fees for all submissionsThe Malahat Review Charges fees for some submissionsWordsThaw Prize DNQ 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: 13 Jul 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