CIPE Global Editorial Cartoon Competition

The Centre for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) has launched the Global Editorial Cartoon Competition 2012. The categories are democratic governance, entrepeneurship and youth empowerment. Cash prizes total $5000, and the submission deadline is September 1st. To learn more and to submit your work, click here.

Internazionale Cartoon Contest

The Italina magazine Internazionale has also launched a cartoon contest , about the crisis in Europe. Three CM contributors (Fabio Magnasciutti, Cecigian and Riko) have submitted their work; you can vote for your favorite cartoon.

History of Political Cartooning in Canada

The Montreal Gazette has posted an excellent video, in which their cartoonist Terry Mosher (aka Aislin) explains the history and importance of political cartoons in Canada.