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Politics, Gaza and money collide at The Giller Prize

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Giller Prize Controversy: Ethics vs. Sponsorship

This chapter explores the backlash against the Giller Prize over its sponsorship by Scotiabank, particularly due to the bank's ties to military investments perceived as contributing to violence in Gaza. It emphasizes the call from authors and literary groups for ethical accountability and questions the Giller Foundation's commitment to social justice amidst ongoing pressures.

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