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Step into the Winter issue and immerse yourself in the creative excellence of the 2025 Advertising & Student Awards competitions. This year's winners represent the full spectrum of visual communication—advertising, design, interactive, illustration, photography, and everything in between. From seasoned professionals pushing the boundaries of their craft to emerging student artists finding their voice, the work featured in these pages reflects the innovation, curiosity and storytelling that drive our industry forward.
Across more than 150 pages are the 350 winning projects, you'll discover bold ideas, fresh perspectives and meticulous craft. As 2025 Advertising Awards judge Annika Ramchandani, Associate Creative Director at Sid Lee (Montreal, QC), shared:
"The 'winners' for me were ideas that had me wishing I'd come up with them. They weren't one-dimensional—every touchpoint was considered and executed in the most original and creative way. The ones that stood out had no blind spots."
The 2025 Applied Arts Advertising & Student Awards winners showcase exactly that—work that not only connects with culture but transforms it.
Whether it's a campaign that reimagines how a brand speaks to the world, an illustrative concept capturing a cultural moment, or a student project that surprises with its ingenuity, each piece in this issue offers a compelling look at creative thinking in action.
For those ready to explore their own creative path, the Creative Futures Schools Guide, included in this edition, offers a comprehensive look at programs that help develop real-world skills and confidence. The guide highlights institutions offering leading-edge creative programs and hands-on learning opportunities designed to build real-world experience and help shape the next generation of visual communicators. It's an essential resource for anyone considering a future in the creative field.
Welcome to the Winter issue, showcasing the work, talent, and ideas driving the creative industry—and sparking the visions of the future.



On the cover: "Thread", 2025 MCW, Craft Animation, Directing for Video – Single, and PSA/Charity Video, See Creature Animation and Cossette. Montreal, QC.
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