Capture the Heart of Toronto’s Waterfront! Enter the 3rd Annual My Waterfront Photo Contest

TORONTO - June 17, 2013 - PRLog -- Amateur photographers are invited to showcase their original photos of the Toronto Waterfront during the 3rd annual My Waterfront Photo Contest for a chance to win great prizes!  From July 1 until July 28, the public can submit a photo of their favourite Toronto Waterfront experience on The Waterfront BIA (WBIA) website. Visit www.waterfrontbia.com to enter images and for complete Contest Rules or call 416-596-9821 for more information.

“The My Waterfront Photo Contest is a great opportunity to discover Toronto’s Waterfront and capture its beauty through photography,” states Carol Jolly, Executive Director, The Waterfront BIA.  “We’re looking for photos featuring, landscapes, festivals, attractions, hot spots, four season activities, dining, family fun and of course, people enjoying all the waterfront has to offer!”

MY WATERFRONT PHOTO CONTEST

Starting July 1 for four weeks, images can be uploaded to the WBIA website.  Participants can submit up to two images per week. To submit a photo and for complete contest rules, visit www.waterfrontbia.com.

Submissions are accepted until each Sunday at midnight:
Week 1: Monday, July 1 – Sunday, July 7  
Week 2: Monday, July 8 – Sunday, July 14
Week 3: Monday, July 15 – Sunday, July 21
Week 4: Monday, July 22 – Sunday, July 28

Successful photos will then be displayed for viewing and voting on:
Week 1 Voting: Wednesday, July 10 – Tuesday, July 16
Week 2 Voting: Wednesday, July 17 – Tuesday, July 23
Week 3 Voting: Wednesday, July 24 – Tuesday, July 30
Week 4 Voting: Wednesday, July 31 – Tuesday, August 6

Don’t forget to visit the WBIA website to check out the new images posted every week and “like” your favourite ones. Photos with a minimum of 50 “likes” at the end of each submission week will be entered into a draw for a Mariposa Cruises’ Dinner Cruise for two and will be submitted for consideration to be included in the My Waterfront Photo Exhibit at the award-winning Queen’s Quay Terminal (207 Queens Quay West) in the Fall.

At the end of the contest, a panel of esteemed judges will select 50 finalists from the My Waterfront Photo Contest to have their photo printed as a 24x36” poster and displayed at the award-winning Queen’s Quay Terminal as part of the My Waterfront Photo Exhibit  from October 1 - October 31.

“Through the My Waterfront Photo Exhibit, amateur photographers will have a chance to have their work showcased in a public forum,” adds Jolly.

About The Waterfront BIA:
A stone's throw from Toronto's downtown and financial core, The Waterfront BIA encompasses the exciting heart of the City's central waterfront with Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands forming a spectacular backdrop for the area's countless attractions. Stay in one of our relaxing hotels, The Westin Harbour Castle or Radisson Admiral Hotel, take in a dynamic theatrical performance, wander through our galleries and studios or attend one of the vibrant cultural festivals year-round. Stroll Queen’s Quay Terminal and visit our many unique shops, then enjoy a delicious dinner at one of our fabulous restaurants. Looking for recreation? Play in the parks, stroll the revitalized promenades, skate on the outdoor rink, rent a bicycle, canoe, kayak, sailboat or power boat. Indulge in a cruise on one of our fine charter vessels and enjoy Toronto's spectacular city skyline from the water. There is no end to the activity on the Waterfront!

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For additional information or interview requests, please contact:
Peter Ashworth / Ashley Lloyd, Ashworth Associates Public Relations, 416-603-6005
peter@ashworthassociates.com / ashley@ashworthassociates.com