And the winners of the 2025 CAF Imagery Contest are...
January 19, 2026 - Defence Stories
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Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 CAF Imagery Contest. This year’s contest showcased incredible talent from both professional and amateur photographers within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) community, including service members and their families.
Celebrating the best of CAF imagery
The contest featured stunning submissions that captured the essence of military life, operations, and cultural connections. After careful review, we are proud to announce the winners in each category:
Military Community Life
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Winner of the Military Community Life category, 2025 CAF Photo Contest: Her Watch Begins by Cpl Mitchell Paquette.
Winner name: Corporal Mitchell Paquette
Winning picture: Her Watch Begins
Military Operations
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Winner of the Military Operations category, 2025 CAF Photo Contest: The Formidable Ship by Cpl Morgan LeBlanc.
Winner name: Corporal Morgan LeBlanc
Winning picture: The Formidable Ship
Cultural Connections
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Winner of the Cultural Connections category, 2025 CAF Photo Contest: In the Glow of Gratitude by Paula Brown.
Winner name: Paula Brown
Winning picture: In the Glow of Gratitude
For decades, the CAF Imagery Contest has celebrated photographers who capture the unique spirit of military life across Canada and around the world. As you take photos throughout the year, keep the contest in mind. Family celebrations, scenic getaways, sporting events, or special moments at work can all make for great submissions.
Missed this year’s contest? Submissions will open again in Fall 2026, so start planning and stay tuned for more details: CAF Imagery Contest.