Celebrate Excellence: 2026 Digital Publishing Awards Nominees

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The National Media Awards Foundation (NMAF) is pleased to present the nominees for the 11^th annual Digital Publishing Awards. Our panel of volunteer judges generously donated their time and expertise to evaluate hundreds of entries, helping us recognize excellence in the content and creation of Canadian digital media. From the judges’ deliberations, nearly 200 impressive finalists have emerged. Join us in congratulating all of this year’s nominees!

Meet the Host of the 2026 Digital Publishing Awards

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The National Media Awards Foundation is pleased to announce that Alison Northcott will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the 11th Annual Digital Publishing Awards. A bilingual writer, editor and communications specialist based in Montreal, Alison has nearly two decades of multiplatform journalism experience at CBC. She currently serves as a senior public relations advisor at The Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation.

The 11th Annual Digital Publishing Awards will take place on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Arcadian Court, Toronto.

Tickets are now on sale — get yours below!

David Beers to receive 2026 Digital Publishing Leadership Award

The NMAF is delighted to announce that David Beers, the founding editor of The Tyee and editor-in-chief, is the recipient of the 2026 Digital Publishing Leadership Award, which is the highest individual honour the Digital Publishing Awards can bestow.

Credit Changes

To request any credit changes, corrections, or additions, please send details to info@digitalpublishingawards.ca with “DPA Credit Change” in the subject line. The deadline for credit changes is Monday, May 4, 2026. Check out all of this year’s nominee’s below.

Best Digital Editorial Package / Meilleur dossier thématique

Small / Petite publication

The 2026 CBC Arts Trend Forecast
CBC Arts
Contributors: Leah Collins, senior writer and project lead; Chris Hampton, producer; Jeff Hume, web design and development; Michelle Villagracia, producer; Rosie Prata, writer; Franziska Barczyk, illustrator; Marcia Chen, copy editor; Reiko Milley, copy editor; Chris Dart, senior producer

Collage-style illustration for the 2026 CBC Arts Trend Forecast featuring various textures, colors, and imagery that symbolize artistic trends and predictions by Canadian artists.

A street scene showing construction signs indicating sidewalk closure and lane closure, with pedestrians walking near a bus stop. Orange traffic cones are visible, and a building with large windows is in the background.

How to Navigate Renting around the Eglinton Crosstown
The Green Line
Contributors: Mary Newman, engagement reporter; James Westman, engagement reporter; Yara El Murr, managing editor; Anthony Lippa-Hardy, video producer; Aia Jaber, editing intern

N.L. Election 2025
The Independent
Contributors: Justin Brake, editor-in-chief; Yumna Iftikhar, reporter; Drew Brown, freelance; Rhea Rollmann, freelance; Jenn Thornhill Verma, freelance; Leila Beaudoin, freelance

Three politicians standing in front of a colorful, digitally altered building, representing the N.L. Election 2025.

A deer standing on railway tracks with a city skyline in the background, featuring a Wells Fargo building and greenery along the tracks.

Wild Wild City
The Local
Contributors: Inori Roy, writer and editor; Nicholas Hune-Brown, writer and editor; Chloë Ellingson, photographer and editor; Galit Rodan, photographer; Sarah Liss, writer; Duane Cole, photographer; Wency Leung, writer and editor; Leah Borts-Kuperman, writer; Brendan George Ko, photographer; Alexandra Kimball, writer; Andrew Budziak, photographer; Tai Huynh, editor

Collision Course: Animals Killed on Canada’s Roads and Railways
The Narwhal
Contributors: Ainslie Cruickshank, reporter; Lindsay Sample, handling editor; Denise Balkissoon, editor; Andrew Munroe, data visualization; Jimmy Jeong, photographer; Leah Hennel, photographer; Britnei Bilhete, fact checker; Will Pearson, fact checker; Joy SpearChief-Morris, fact checker

A bear climbing a slope next to two red Canadian Pacific Railway locomotives.

A collage featuring six diverse individuals' faces with colorful backgrounds and scattered paper graphics.

Ton guide pour mieux connaître les partis aux élections fédérales
MAJ, Radio-Canada
Collaborateurs : Isabelle Turgeon ; Catherine Contant ; Félicia Latour ; Audrey Potvin ; Charles Dagenais ; Anick Bolduc ; Cristelle Laflamme-Allard

Large / Grande publication

A man standing on a concrete dock by a lake, wearing a maroon sweater and cap, with green hills and a clear blue sky in the background.

Le cimetière de Gentilly-1 : un dépotoir radioactif au bord d’une source d’eau potable
Le Journal de Montréal
Collaborateurs : Anne Caroline Desplanques ; Cecilia Defer ; Mark Cooper

La traité qui a tout changé
Radio-Canada / Grand Nord
Collaborateurs : Félix Lebel, texte et photos ; Julie Préjet, édimestre ; Sophie Leclerc, illustrations ; Sarah Xenos, réalisatrice ; Claude St-Denis et Marylène Têtu, édition ; Corinne Kraschewski, révision ; Caroline Morneau, rédactrice en chef

A graphic illustration depicting two hands, one holding a feather and the other a pen, symbolizing a historical agreement. The background features trees and water, with text reading 'Convention de la Baie-James et du Nord québécois La bataille et la signature'.

A person walking through a snow-covered cemetery, surrounded by gravestones and trees in the background.

En quête de vérité — De 8 à 209 : l’énigme des enfants autochtones disparus dans les hôpitaux
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Marie-Laure Josselin, journaliste et photographe ; Mathieu Blanchette, illustrateur ; Jean-François Villeneuve, édimestre

Relève agricole, un chemin semé d’embûches
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Julie Vaillancourt, journaliste ; Mathieu Quintal, caméraman ; Bernard Barbeau, secrétaire de rédaction ; Danielle Jazzar, révision linguistique

A collage featuring four young adults wearing various hats, with two actively engaged in conversation and two smiling at the camera, set against a natural outdoor backdrop.

Best Data Journalism / Meilleur journalisme de données

Mapping the dark-money oil and gas ads targeting a small Ontario town
Canada’s National Observer
Contributors: Rory White; David McKie, editor; Jimmy Thomson, editor

A close-up view of several smartphones held by different individuals, displaying green background ads about government regulations affecting Canada's oil and gas sector.

A split-image featuring two men speaking at microphones. The man on the left, dressed in a gray suit with a green tie, appears serious and is speaking at a press event. The man on the right, wearing a black shirt and a dark jacket, is passionately addressing an audience.

Les cassettes préférées de vos élus fédéraux
Journal de Montréal
Collaborateurs : Charles Mathieu, journaliste de données et recherchiste ; Anne-Caroline Desplanques, journaliste ; Cecilia Defer, développeuse web ; David Lambert, designer interactif

Cut the Cord, Save the Whales (Entangled series)
The Globe and Mail
Contributors: Jenn Thornhill Verma, reporter; Sarah Bugden, editor; Murat Yukselir, data visualization; Clare Vander Meersch, visuals editor; Evan Annett, digital build

A bear is climbing a slope beside red Canadian Pacific Railway train engines in a natural setting.

Collision Course: Animals Killed on Canada’s Railways
The Narwhal
Contributors: Ainslie Cruickshank, reporter; Lindsay Sample, handling editor; Denise Balkissoon, editor; Andrew Munroe, data visualization; Jimmy Jeong, photographer; Leah Hennel, photographer; Britnei Bilhete, fact checker; Will Pearson, fact checker; Joy SpearChief-Morris, fact checker

Best Column / Meilleure chronique

The New Economy’s Fine Print
The Globe and Mail
Writer: Vass Bednar

A professional portrait of Vass Bednar, the managing director of the Canadian SHIELD Institute, wearing clear-rimmed glasses and a black blazer, standing in front of a window with natural light illuminating her face.

Close-up portrait of a woman with long, straight blonde hair, wearing earrings and a light-colored top, against a softly blurred white background.

Isabelle Hachey
La Presse
Auteure : Isabelle Hachey

Mario Girard
La Presse
Auteur : Mario Girard

Close-up portrait of a middle-aged man with short gray hair, wearing a black sweater, set against a plain white background.

A smiling woman with long dark hair wearing a striped shirt, standing in front of a brick wall with the word 'URBANIA' illuminated in neon lights.

Vanessa Destiné
URBANIA
Auteure : Vanessa Destiné

Consumed
Xtra
Writer: KC Hoard
Contributors: Tara-Michelle Ziniuk, editor; Tobin Ng, editor; Oliver Haug, editor

A young man with curly hair seated in front of a light-colored wall, wearing a black sweater and round glasses, with a plant partially visible in the background.

Investigative Journalism / Journalisme d’enquête

“Cruel” Medical Research on Dogs
Investigative Journalism Bureau
Contributors: Robert Cribb, reporter ; Jenna Olsen, reporter ; Stacey Kuznetsova, reporter

Four puppies sitting in cages at a veterinary facility, looking towards the camera.

Historical yearbook photos of three young boys in military-style uniforms from Robert Land Academy, with a background of the academy building.

The Boys of Robert Land
CBC Hamilton
Writer: Samantha Beattie

How Investigating Indigenous Activists Became a CSIS Priority for at Least a Decade
CBC Indigenous
Writer: Brett Forester

A memorial setup featuring a large banner with a portrait of Anthony Dudley George, surrounded by a red blanket adorned with a sun and face design, with people gathering nearby under a shelter.

An elderly woman sitting in a hospital bed, wearing a hospital gown and surrounded by medical equipment.

ALS Patient Dies After Pursuing Promise of Healing at Controversial Sask. Facility
CBC Saskatchewan
Writer: Geoff Leo, reporter

Tax Hack: Identity Theft
CBC the fifth estate
Contributors: Allya Davidson, executive producer ; Emmanuel Marchand, senior producer ; Harvey Cashore, producer/director ; Mark Kelley, writer ; Eva Uguen-Csenge, investigative journalist

A promotional graphic for 'The Fifth Estate' featuring the title and subtitle 'Tax Hack: Identity Theft' overlaid on an image of a T4 tax form and a blurred figure walking through a doorway.

A person sitting on rocks by a river, looking out towards a skyline featuring a tower under construction, with cloudy skies above.

D’arnaqueurs de l’amour à voleurs, le crime organisé africain s’étend au Québec
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Romain Schué, journaliste ; Michael Deetjens, journaliste à la recherche

Mort d’une boxeuse : le scandale médical derrière un K.-O. fatal
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Maude Montembault, journaliste ; Paloma Martinez Mendez, journaliste à Radio-Canada International ; Benoit Michaud et Franciszek Czyzowicz, journalistes à la recherche ; Daphnée Hacker-B., réalisatrice ; Bernard Leduc et François Foisy, secrétaires de rédaction ; Ivanoh Demers, photographe

Close-up of a person in athletic gear, focusing on their legs and arms during a sport activity.

A person wearing traditional Shuar clothing fishing in a river surrounded by lush greenery in Ecuador.

Brandi Morin Investigates Canadian Mining Operations in Ecuador
Ricochet Media
Writer: Brandi Morin

BC Oil and Gas Violations
The Investigative Journalism Foundation / The Narwhal
Contributors: Matt Simmons, writer ; Kate Schneider, writer ; Zak Vescera, writer ; Mike De Souza, editor ; Sarah Cox, editor ; Cecil Rosner, editor

A magazine cover titled 'URBANIA' featuring a distressed woman lying in bed, with text discussing a provocative investigation about men's willingness to engage with a sleeping woman.

100 hommes prêts à coucher avec une femme endormie
URBANIA
Collaborateurs : Hugo Meunier, journaliste ; Cloé Giroux, réalisatrice ; Antoine Mauthès-Lebel, monteur ; Jean-Pierre Bastien, production au contenu ; Rosalie Granger, direction principale ; Raphaëlle Huysmans, production exécutive ; Philippe Lamarre, production exécutive

Best News Coverage (Community Publication) / Meilleure couverture d’actualité (publication communautaire)

Retired Dad’s Dream to Build Affordable Housing for His Kids Blocked by Bureaucracy
BayToday
Writer: Jeff Turl, community editor

Glen Langlois and his sons Matt and Blake standing in front of an old church they hope to convert into affordable housing, accompanied by their dog Chevy.

Two emergency responders standing in front of a rescue vehicle at Arena Mike Rodden Arena, with a banner displaying 'Snowmobile & Ice/Water Rescue Unit'.

‘Longest Night of Our Lives,’ Enduring Samuel De Champlain Weekend Storm
BayToday
Writer: David Briggs, Local Journalism Initiative reporter

When a School Has Its Own Cemetery
Ha-Shilth-Sa
Contributors: Denise Titian, reporter ; Nora O’Malley, reporter

An older woman and a man embrace in front of a partially demolished building, with construction equipment visible in the background and danger tape indicating the hazardous area.

Canadian Federal Election: A Spotlight on Healthcare
Healthy Debate
Contributors: Maddisen Dellplain ; Joss Reimer ; Jack Romanelli ; Seema Marwaha

Jon Thompson’s Northern Ontario Indigenous Issues Beat
Ricochet Media
Writer: Jon Thompson

A sunrise view featuring a roaming dog on a street in a northern Ontario First Nation community, with homes and trees in the background.

Aerial view of a large waste dump site filled with various types of debris, including furniture, appliances, and construction materials, along with an orange excavator.

An Exclusive Investigative Series into Illegal Landfills on Cowichan Tribes Reserve Land
sixmountains.ca
Writer: Larry Pynn

Lack of Working Elevators Traps Seniors in 16-Story Apartment Building
Sudbury.com
Writer: Jenny Lamothe, reporter

Exterior view of Bonik Tower, a 16-story apartment building in New Sudbury, surrounded by smaller houses and greenery.

Best News Coverage / Meilleure couverture d’actualité

A Canadian Arctic Port in the Shadow of Trump 2.0
Canada’s National Observer
Contributors: Christopher Pollon, journalist ; Darren Schuettler, editor

A man sitting inside a scenic observation train car with large windows showing a cloudy sky and open landscape outside.

Former President Donald Trump presenting a chart on reciprocal tariffs during a public address. The chart lists tariffs charged to the U.S. by various countries, including China, the European Union, and others.

Trump’s Tariffs — Live Pages, News and Analysis
CBC News
Contributors: Alexander Panetta, U.S. correspondent ; Mike Crawley, U.S. correspondent ; JP Tasker, senior politics reporter ; Peter Armstrong, senior business reporter ; Jenna Benchetrit, senior business writer ; Rhianna Schmunk, producer ; Verity Stevenson, producer ; Jon Ore, editor ; Hannah Spray, editor ; Andrew Davidson, senior producer ; Michael Woods, senior producer ; Kazi Stastna, senior producer ; Jennifer Walter, video producer

The Girl on Fire
CBC Saskatoon
Contributors: Dan Zakreski, reporter ; Chanss Lagaden, videographer ; Alex Soloducha, social media editor

A person with a cast on their arm is holding hands with another person, conveying a sense of care and support.

Aerial view of two naval ships docked at a pier with industrial buildings in the background.

La Marine canadienne peut-elle redresser la barre?
Radio-Canada (Nouvelle-Écosse et Colombie-Britannique)
Collaborateurs : Adrien Blanc, journaliste ; Mélinda Trochu, journaliste ; Marie Mounier, édimestre ; Jonathan Villeneuve, caméraman-monteur ; Jérémie Chanteraud, monteur ; François Pierre Dufault, réalisateur ; Geneviève Lasalle, réalisatrice

La résistance autochtone face à la réforme du régime forestier au Québec
Rad, le laboratoire de journalisme de Radio-Canada
Collaborateurs : Julia Pagé, journaliste ; Frédéric Lacelle, réalisateur et vidéaste ; David Valiquette, monteur ; Marie-Eve Maheu, cheffe de pupitre ; Yannick Pinel, rédacteur en chef

Two men talking in front of a log pile, with a logging machine in the background.

View of Windsor, Ontario skyline at night, featuring a Canadian flag in the foreground and the Detroit skyline across the river.

Decoding a Trade War
POLITICO
Contributors: Nick Taylor-Vaisey, Ottawa bureau chief ; Zi-Ann Lum, trade reporter ; Mickey Djuric, AI and tech reporter ; Mike Blanchfield, energy and defence reporter ; Sue Allan, Canada editor

Soigner sa pénurie d’infirmières aux dépens des Philippines
Radio-Canada / Alberta
Collaborateurs : Laurence Taschereau, reporter et photos ; Marie Mounier, édimestre ; Catherine Dumont, réalisatrice numérique ; Mélanie Morin et Marylène Têtu, édition ; Corinne Kraschewski, réviseure

A nurse prepares intravenous medication at a hospital bedside on the left, while two nurses discuss and put on gloves in a clinical setting on the right.

A person holding a poster of a blindfolded man surrounded by flowers, possibly at a protest or memorial.

Guerre Israël-Liban, un an plus tard
Radio-Canada Information
Collaboratrice : Rania Massoud, journaliste

News Coverage: Lobbying
The Investigative Journalism Foundation
Writer: Carly Penrose

An orange flag with a decorative design flies outside a government building with dome-shaped roofs. — Screenshot

BC’s Insurgent Right
The Tyee
Contributors: Jen St. Denis, reporter ; Andrew MacLeod, reporter ; Michelle Gamage, reporter ; Paul Willcocks, editor ; andrea bennett, editor

Best Topical Reporting: Climate Change / Meilleur reportage thématique : changement climatique

Inside the Ambitious Indigenous-Led Plan to Protect Northwestern Ontario’s “Breathing Lands”
Canadian Geographic
Writer: Susan Nerberg
Contributors: Tom Lundy, handling editor; Abi Hayward, handling editor; Leila El Shennawy, fact-checker; Stephanie Small, copy editor; Christian Fleury, photographer; Chris Brackley, cartographer

A close-up of purple wildflowers in a grassy field, with a soft focus background of the landscape in northwestern Ontario, highlighting the natural beauty of the environment.

A person walks toward the sun among trees, returning from a hike with researchers studying climate change impacts on the landscape.

This Land Is Changing
CBC Atlantic Voice
Contributors: Heidi Atter, Caroline Hillier, John Gushue, Mike More

See What Summer in Your City Could Feel Like by the End of 2100
CBC News Labs
Writer: Nael Shiab

Map showing Montreal with connecting lines to various cities including Pittsburgh and Providence, overlaid with heatmap indicating density or activity levels.

Aerial view of a coastal pathway alongside a roadway and residential area, with a person walking on the path and the ocean on one side.

Entre murs et marées, le pari risqué de la baie de San Francisco
Le Devoir
Contributors: Sarah Boumedda, textes ; Julien Forest, photos et vidéo ; Cédric Gagnon, direction artistique, design ; Catherine Bombardier, développement
Note: Le Devoir paywall — login credentials on file

Vivre avec les feux
Radio-Canada / Colombie-Britannique
Auteure : Camille Vernet
Collaborateurs : Elliott Sloan, graphisme ; Geneviève Lasalle, réalisation ; Julie Préjet et Marie Mounier, édimestre ; Caroline Morneau, rédactrice en chef

Aerial view of a forest fire with smoke and flames visible, featuring a house and a vehicle in the foreground.

Two individuals walking on a frozen landscape, with a vast expanse of snow and ice in the background.

On Solid Ice: The Plan to Refreeze the Arctic
The Narwhal
Writer: Chloe Williams
Contributors: Gavin John, photographer; Michelle Cyca, handling editor

A New Way to Fight Climate Change: Cataloguing the DNA of the Arctic Ocean
The Narwhal
Writer: Meral Jamal

A snowy Arctic landscape with a group of researchers working on snowmobiles, featuring an article headline about cataloguing Arctic Ocean DNA to combat climate change.

Children playing ice hockey on an outdoor rink, with snowy surroundings and houses in the background.

One Year the Ice Is Slushy. This Year on the Prairies? -35 C with the Wind
The Narwhal and the Winnipeg Free Press
Writer: Julia-Simone Rutgers

Heat — a ‘Silent Killer’ — Threatens B.C.’s Most Vulnerable
Toronto Star
Writer: Michaela Cavanagh
Contributor: David Bruser, editor

Headline discussing extreme heat deaths in British Columbia, emphasizing ongoing vulnerability and lack of protective measures for seniors.

Best Feature Article / Meilleur article de fond

Warning Signs
CBC Hamilton
Writer: Samantha Beattie

A view of an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a chain-link fence, with visible signs marked 'Boys' and 'Girls' restroom doors in the background. The pool water appears green, indicating lack of maintenance.

An older man in a fishing boat, wearing glasses and a cap, looking towards the camera with a serious expression, surrounded by water and trees.

50 Years on the Nitinat Narrows
CBC Indigenous
Writer: Jackie McKay

Inside Job: Airport Gold Heist
CBC the fifth estate
Contributors: Timothy Sawa; Andrew Culbert; Steven D’Souza

A worker in a blue uniform and safety vest is seen unloading cargo at an airport, with gold bars and firearms depicted in the background. The text overlay reads 'The Fifth Estate: Inside job: Airport gold heist.'

A close-up of a person peering through a dark opening, with a focused expression on their face.

L’envers du chocolat : combien de kilos de souffrance dans votre chocolat?
Cn2i (La Tribune, Le Soleil, Le Nouvelliste, La Voix de l’Est, Le Droit, Le Quotidien)
Rédactrice : Karine Tremblay, journaliste
Collaborateurs : Cynthia Beaulne, graphiste ; Simon Séguin-Bertrand, photographe

The Dead Mall Society
Hazlitt
Writer: Lana Hall
Contributor: Asna Shaikh, editor

An empty indoor space featuring a large escalator, benches, and a tiled floor, with storefronts visible in the background.

Illustration depicting a couple gently holding a baby surrounded by floral elements, with the text 'Immortaliser: la vie de bébés partis trop tôt' artistically integrated into the design.

Immortaliser la vie de bébés partis trop tôt
Radio-Canada Gatineau
Auteure : Marika Bellavance, reporter
Collaborateurs : Félix Desroches, photographe ; Sophie Leclerc, illustratrice ; Simon Blais, édimestre ; Stéphanie Rhéaume, réalisatrice

The Narratives of the Hudson’s Bay Company in Inuit Art
Inuit Art Quarterly
Writer: Krista Ulujuk Zawadski
Contributor: Jessica MacDonald, handling editor

An illustrative print titled 'The Bay Post' by Simon Shaimaliuk, depicting a rocky landscape with small buildings and a flag, symbolizing the narratives of the Hudson's Bay Company in Inuit art.

Four children standing together in an open field, one holding a water bottle, dressed in colorful clothing.

Les coupes dans l’aide humanitaire, une catastrophe pour les réfugiés
Le Devoir
Auteur : Mathieu Carbasse

How Ontario Sleepwalked into a Crisis in Higher Education
The Local
Writer: Kunal Chaudhary
Contributors: Marley Allen-Ash, illustrator; Nicholas Hune-Brown, editor

A stylized portrait of an older man in a suit against a textured, abstract background featuring geometric patterns in shades of red and pink.

A person standing in a dimly lit forest during nighttime, surrounded by dark trees and mountains.

In the Rockies, More and More People Are Heading to the Woods. Are We Pushing Animals Deeper into the Night?
The Narwhal
Writer: Sara King-Abadi
Contributors: Amber Bracken, photographer; Sharon Riley, editor

Best Feature Article: Long / Meilleur article de fond — long

Inside the Ambitious Indigenous-Led Plan to Protect Northwestern Ontario’s “Breathing Lands”
Canadian Geographic
Writer: Susan Nerberg

Two individuals standing outdoors, one pointing towards the horizon while the other looks on, with sunlight glowing in the background.

A school of lake sturgeon swimming in water, showcasing their long bodies and unique dorsal fins.

“To Learn All the Gifts from nmé, You Have to Work with Him in the Water”
Canadian Geographic
Writer: Susan Nerberg
Contributors: Abi Hayward, handling editor; James Ivision, fact-checker; Christian Fleury, photographer; Chris Brackley, cartographer

« Et si c’était votre fille? »
Radio-Canada Information
Auteure : Delphine Jung, journaliste et photographe
Collaborateurs : Sophie Leclerc, illustratrice ; Jean-François Villeneuve, édimestre

An illustration of a woman with a red handprint on her face, standing with arms crossed, surrounded by floral designs.

A silhouette of a man in a suit with his hand on his chin, made up of a collage of various smaller images of people, set against a dark background.

Voici les non-élus les plus influents des États-Unis
Radio-Canada Information
Auteurs : Melanie Meloche-Holubowski, journaliste ; Daniel Blanchette-Pelletier, journaliste ; Denis Wong, journaliste
Collaborateurs : Philippe Chevalier, chef de pupitre ; Francis Lamontagne, designer ; Mathieu St-Laurent, développeur ; André Guimaraes, développeur ; Danielle Jazzar, réviseure linguistique

Inside the Ring of Fire: A Tale of Two First Nations and a Road That Could Change Everything
The Canadian Press
Writer: Liam Casey
Contributor: Christopher Katsarov Luna, photographer

Aerial view of a small island with two white houses surrounded by calm water, a winding path connecting the island to the mainland, and a reflective sunset over the landscape.

A brown horse running on a dirt track with a saddle and stirrups attached, showing dynamic motion.

Breakdown at the Racetrack
The Local
Writer: Nicholas Hune-Brown
Contributors: Chloë Ellingson, photographer; Wency Leung, editor

What Really Happened to Katica? A Tyee Investigation
The Tyee
Writer: Jen St. Denis
Contributor: Paul Willcocks, editor

A young woman sitting in a chair, with a floral background, featured in a news article about her mysterious death. — Screenshot

Silhouettes of two people walking on a pavement, casting long shadows in low light.

Why Don’t We Take Stalking More Seriously?
The Walrus
Writer: Sheima Benembarek
Contributors: Samia Madwar, handling editor; Amy Van Den Berg, fact checker

Why Did a Group of Teenage Girls Kill a Man in a Downtown Toronto Parkette?
The Walrus
Writer: Inori Roy
Contributors: Dafna Izenberg, editor; Amarah Hasham-Steele, fact-checker; Alexandra Newbould, illustrator

An illustration of a courtroom scene featuring a judge speaking, with seated individuals including a lawyer at a table looking at a monitor displaying images of people. The court has a formal atmosphere with legal decor.

Two people walking on a trail through a dense forest, surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery.

Why Did Conor Rae Have to Die?
Winnipeg Free Press
Writer: Marsha McLeod
Contributors: Jesse Winter, photographer; Mikaela MacKenzie, photographer/videographer; Scott Gibbons, editor

Best Personal Essay / Meilleur essai personnel

So Much Grows
Hazlitt
Writer: Allison LaSorda
Contributor: Asna Shaikh, editor

A woman with shoulder-length hair stands in front of a colorful landscape painting, depicting a desert scene with cacti and winding paths under a cloudy sky.

A colorful abstract artwork depicting several partially nude figures intertwined, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a large sun.

In the Mist
Hazlitt
Writer: Rider Alsop
Contributor: Amelia Schonbek, editor

A Palestinian Photographer’s Perseverance
The Globe and Mail
Writer: Ahmed Zakot, as told to Christina Frangou

A family is enjoying a day at the beach, with a man giving a thumbs up while smiling at the camera. A woman in a hijab stands beside him, and two small children are nearby, one in a stroller.

A whimsical illustration of an adult and a child standing close together, watching colorful flying insects against a dark green background.

A Son, a Scientist, and the Secret of Bioluminescence
The Walrus
Writer: Arno Kopecky

1 mois sur l’aide sociale
URBANIA
Auteure : Florence Larochelle
Collaborateurs : Cloé Giroux, réalisatrice ; Karl-Ernest Lessard, monteur ; Jean-Pierre Bastien, production au contenu ; Rosalie Granger, direction principale ; Raphaëlle Huysmans, production exécutive ; Philippe Lamarre, production exécutive

A woman with long hair wearing a white jacket and a colorful scarf holds a sign that reads '1 mois sur l'aide sociale.' The background includes buildings and trees, indicating an outdoor setting.

Best Arts & Culture Storytelling / Meilleur reportage : arts et culture

AI Is Transforming Visual Culture Faster Than You Can Say ‘Slop’
CBC Arts
Writer: Chris Hampton
Contributor: Leah Collins, project lead

A surreal artistic portrait featuring a figure with a red face, multiple eyes, and horns, wearing a yellow garment and a white lace collar, set against a scenic background.

A collage featuring three individuals in various settings: the top image shows a woman in an orange vest speaking on the phone, the middle image includes a man in glasses and teal scrubs with two others in the background, and the bottom image depicts a woman in a hijab looking intently in a medical environment.

The Pitt and Other Medical Shows Finally Acknowledge ‘Backbone’ of Health Care: Filipino Nurses
CBC News – Entertainment
Writer: Christine Pagulayan

Party in Hell
Hazlitt
Writer: Rollie Pemberton
Contributor: Nathaniel McKenzie, editor

Illustration of a man with short black hair and a beard, set against a vibrant, abstract yellow and multicolored background.

A woman with dark hair and a fur-lined hooded jacket stands in a snowy landscape, conveying a sense of Inuit culture. She has a warm expression and is adorned with traditional clothing details.

North of North Is Raw Inuit Storytelling
Inuit Art Quarterly
Writer: Bronwyn Szabo
Contributor: Melissa Kawaguchi, handling editor

Des tubes qui se rétrécissent
Le Devoir
Collaborateurs : Sarah Boumedda, analyse et textes ; Cédric Gagnon, direction artistique et design ; Justin Caisse, développement

Four colorful vinyl records displayed with titles: Coton ouaté by Bleu Jeans Bleu, VOY A LLeVARTE PA PR by Bad Bunny, Espresso by Sabrina Carpenter, and NISSAN ALTIMA by Doechii. The text above asks what these songs have in common.

An illustration depicting a vibrant scene with women engaging in a lively atmosphere, featuring colorful characters, a DJ booth, and expressive facial features.

Club Connections
Maisonneuve
Writer: Larayb Abrar
Contributors: Rosie Long Decter, editor-in-chief; Aysha White, associate editor

25 voix de Dédé
Radio-Canada — Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
Auteures : Annie-Claude Brisson ; Claude Desbiens
Collaborateurs : Vicky Boutin, intégration ; Lynda Paradis, illustration ; Sophie Leclerc, design ; Chantale Desbiens, rédactrice en chef ; Marylène Têtu, cheffe de projets numériques

Black and white image of a musician on stage, wearing a striped beanie and sunglasses, holding a microphone and gesturing with both arms. A guitar is seen in front of them, with a drummer in the background.

A colorful graphic featuring celebrity faces on a purple background with playful elements like a sun, a heart, and beach balls.

La mort annoncée de la chanson de l’été
Radio-Canada Information
Auteur : Daniel Blanchette Pelletier, journaliste de données
Collaborateurs : Jean-François Thériault, chef de pupitre ; Louis-Philippe Bouvier et Josselin Pfeuffer, designers ; André Guimaraes et Mathieu St-Laurent, développeurs ; Danielle Jazzar, réviseure linguistique

What The Water Holds
The Independent NL
Writer: Rhea Rollmann

A digital magazine article titled 'What the water holds' discussing Ignatius Baker's exhibit 'Belonging' with a focus on queer and trans joy in Newfoundland waters, featuring a blue water background.

A person in a floral-patterned sweater and polka dot apron holds a mixing bowl with a wooden spoon, preparing to cook.

I Used to Be a Tradwife, Then I Had a Mental Breakdown
Today’s Parent
Writer: Brianna Bell
Contributor: Vanessa Grant, editor

Best Science & Technology Storytelling / Meilleur reportage : science et technologie

The Magic in the Mud
Canadian Geographic
Writer: Isabelle Groc
Contributors: Tom Lundy, handling editor; Isabelle Groc, photography

A flock of birds flying over a calm water surface with a port in the background, illuminated by lights at dusk.

Two people standing on a hillside at night, gazing up at a star-filled sky, with a city lit up in the background.

Under Attack: How Humanity Is Losing the Night Sky
CBC News/Science
Writer: Nicole Mortillaro, senior science reporter

Les phages contre-attaquent
Québec Science
Auteure : Annie Labrecque
Collaborateurs : Marine Corniou ; Bruno Lamolet

Digital illustration of a bacterium being attacked by bacteriophages, with a dark background highlighting the details of both organisms.

A close-up of a bat being held in a gloved hand, with a focus on its face and teeth. Text overlay reads 'Bat Lady: Un cocktail probiotique et des chauves-souris'.

Bat lady : un cocktail probiotique et des chauves-souris
Radio-Canada / Colombie-Britannique
Auteures : Geneviève Lasalle et Camille Vernet
Collaborateurs : Elliott Sloan, graphiste ; Marie Mounier, édimestre ; Marylène Têtu, édition ; Corinne Kraschewski, réviseure ; Caroline Morneau, rédactrice en chef

Coupes en science aux États-Unis : la coopération sur les Grands Lacs vacille
Radio-Canada Information
Auteur : Binh An Vu Van, journaliste

3D topographic map of the Great Lakes region, highlighting the lakes in blue against a textured land surface.

A digital illustration of a fetus in a womb, surrounded by a red glow, with text promoting the preservation of neonatal stem cells and highlighting it as a unique opportunity.

Le mirage des banques privées de cellules souches
Radio-Canada Information
Auteure : Natasha MacDonald-Dupuis, journaliste
Collaborateur : Yannick Donahue, secrétaire de rédaction

The Seafood Combo
The Globe and Mail
Writer: Jenn Thornhill Verma
Contributors: Evan Annett, digital build; Kelsey Wilson, video editing

Underwater view of two whales swimming closely together, with a blurred underwater landscape in the background.

Image of a man in a lab coat holding a petri dish or similar item, standing in a laboratory setting, accompanied by the title 'UBC Clinical Trial Misconduct' and the logos of the Investigative Journalism Foundation and CBC.

UBC Clinical Trial Misconduct
The Investigative Journalism Foundation / CBC
Contributors: Bethany Lindsay, writer ; Michelle Ghossoub, writer

Bird Flu Comes For Toronto’s Wildlife
The Local
Writer: Wency Leung
Contributors: Chloë Ellingson, photographer; Nicholas Hune-Brown, editor

Two ducks perched on a stone wall near a pond, with park visitors walking in the background.

Best Service Feature / Journalisme de service

The Mini Reno Guide
All Things Home
Writer: Anita Murray
Contributor: Patrick Langston, copy editor

A stack of 'Mini Reno Guide' booklets displayed on a dark surface, featuring a modern interior design on the cover.

Map of Canada and part of the northern United States, featuring various cities marked with colored circles indicating different locations.

Mapping Canada’s PFAS Hotspots
CBC News Labs
Writer: Jaela Bernstien
Contributors: Andrew McManus ; Robert Davidson

Boîte à outils pour discuter avec ceux qui nient les changements climatiques
Les As de l’info
Collaborateurs : Ophélie Delaunay, journaliste ; Marie Bernier, cheffe des nouvelles ; Laurence Mongeau, infographiste ; le Climatoscope (Université de Sherbrooke)

A red toolbox filled with various tools such as a hammer, screwdriver, and wrench, set against a green sunburst background and a globe, featuring the text 'Les AS du Climat'.

Shopping cart filled with groceries, including ketchup and snacks, in a grocery store aisle with shelves lined with products.

Votre facture d’épicerie décortiquée
Les Coops de l’information
Auteure : Justine Mercier
Collaborateurs : Pascale Chayer, designer graphique ; Simon Séguin-Bertrand, photographe

Pour ne jamais avoir honte de ses racines : l’incroyable parcours d’une coiffeuse métisse
Radio-Canada
Auteure : Lindsay Gueï
Collaborateurs : Gavin Boutroy et Lindsay Aïda Gueï, photographes ; Martin Bruyère, édimestre ; Catherine Bélanger, réviseure ; Gavin Boutroy et Marylène Têtu, édition ; Marie-Christine Daigneault et Marylène Têtu, cheffes de projet

An older woman walking barefoot along a sandy beach, with calm blue water in the background and a clear sky.

A person wearing a black shirt is being examined by a professional who is placing electrodes on their chest, while another individual is in the foreground looking at the camera.

J’ai testé en labo les effets de la chaleur extrême sur mon corps
Radio-Canada Information
Auteur : Denis Wong, journaliste
Collaborateurs : Isabelle St-Pierre Roy et Guillaume Lepage, chefs de pupitre ; Olivier Bolduc-Coutu, monteur ; Julien Boivin-Coutu, caméraman

Comment combattre la désinformation
Radio-Canada Information
Auteur : Daniel Blanchette Pelletier, journaliste
Collaborateurs : Melanie Julien et Ariane Labrèche, cheffes de pupitre ; Francis Lamontagne, Charlie Debons, Louis-Philippe Bouvier, Andrea Alvarenga et Émilie Robert, designers ; Mathieu St-Laurent et André Guimaraes, développeurs ; Martine Roy, coordonnatrice ; Danielle Jazzar, réviseure linguistique ; l’équipe des Décrypteurs

An illustration of a computer screen with a magnifying glass highlighting a checkmark, indicating verification, alongside a cursor and abstract shapes.

A close-up of a red apple and a green apple beside blue syringes and a stethoscope, illustrating health and nutrition concepts related to GLP-1. — Screenshot

What and How You Eat Can Increase the Effects of GLP-1 Without Drugs
The Conversation Canada
Writer: Mary J. Scourboutakos
Contributor: Patricia Nicholson, editor

The Green Line Guide to 2025 Ontario Election
The Green Line
Writer: James Westman, engagement reporter
Contributors: Abbie North, graphics; Yara El Murr, managing editor; Anita Li, editor-in-chief

Historic brick building with domed towers and a clock, surrounded by greenery and a pathway leading to the entrance on a sunny day.

Colorful abstract design featuring the words 'KNOWLEDGE GAP.' with geometric shapes including a pink rectangle, a blue diamond, a pink circle, and a yellow half-circle on a textured background.

Knowledge Gap: How to Start a Small Business in Canada
TVO Today
Writer: Ariana Longley
Contributors: Mike Girard; Max Stussi

Best Lifestyle Storytelling / Meilleur récit de style de vie

Mi’kmaw Mask Carving Workshop Is Changing Lives
CBC Indigenous
Writer: Sis’Moqon, reporter
Contributor: Michael Heenan, camera/editor

A skilled woodcarver with a long beard and tattoos is carving a wooden mask with an axe, focusing intently on the detail of the face.

An illustration featuring a woman holding a pet, with the title 'Big Night In' and decorative elements surrounding it, promoting ideas for enjoyable evenings at home.

Big Night In: The Ultimate Guide to Evenings at Home
CBC Life
Writers: Jessica Thevarajah, Brittany Toole, Michelle Villagracia, Jamey Ordoli
Contributors: Tenzin Tsering, illustrator; Jeff Hume, web design and development; Reiko Milley, copy editor; Jen Lauriault, copy editor

La Gaspésienne qui a magnifié les Jardins de Métis
Radio-Canada Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Auteure : Isabelle Larose, journaliste
Collaborateurs : Myriam Ouellet, photographe ; Roxanne Langlois, réviseuse linguistique

A woman stands beside a wooden bridge in a lush garden filled with colorful flowers. She appears contemplative as she admires the greenery around her.

A close-up of a plate featuring two pressed scallop sandwiches with a side of green avocado sauce and a contemporary design.

Why the Croque-Pétoncle at Montreal’s Mon Lapin Is Worth Traveling For
Range by Ensemble
Writer: Ivy Lerner-Frank

Where Are the Queer Divorce Stories?
Xtra
Writer: Zena Sharman
Contributor: Tara-Michelle Ziniuk, editor

A close-up image of two hands holding a wedding ring, accompanied by torn paper strips in bright pink. The background features a muted, grayish tone that emphasizes the subjects.

Best Online Video: Feature / Meilleure vidéo en ligne

Géographie : peut-on réellement se fier à la carte du monde?
MAJ — Radio-Canada
Collaborateurs : Isabelle Picard ; Isabelle Turgeon ; Estelle Roy ; Catherine Contant ; Mario D’Aoust ; Charles Dagenais ; Anick Bolduc ; Cristelle Laflamme-Allard ; Félicia Latour ; Gabriel Ménard-Carignan

A young man holding a globe in one hand and a magnifying glass in the other, with a map of the world in the background and vibrant text asking if world maps are reliable.

A man in a suit talking on the phone, with a Canadian flag in the background. A woman with long brown hair and a green top appears in the foreground, looking toward the camera.

Les conversations secrètes derrière la menace du 51e État américain
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Julie Dufresne, journaliste ; Guillaume Lepage, chef de pupitre ; Maxime Robert-Lachaine, monteur ; Nicolas Dulière, caméraman ; Thomas Bignon, réalisateur ; Tommy St-Yves, motion designer

Yueh Tung: Two Sisters Fight to Keep Toronto’s First and Oldest Hakka Restaurant Alive
Yahoo Canada
Contributors: Musa Khan, reporter ; Sasha Nagy, director and producer ; Farah Syed, producer ; Stephanie Sannuto, videographer and editor

Two women standing confidently with their arms crossed in a restaurant setting, one wearing a black shirt and apron, the other in a gray chef's coat and dark apron.

Best Online Video: Mini-Documentary / Meilleure vidéo en ligne — mini-documentaire

La jeunesse oubliée : les Autochtones d’Attawapiskat
Rad
Collaborateurs : Julia Pagé, journaliste ; Frédéric Lacelle, réalisation, images et montage ; Marie-Eve Maheu, cheffe de pupitre ; Yannick Pinel, rédacteur en chef

A person wearing a white coat and red beanie stands on a snowy road, with two vehicles driving in the background under a clear blue sky.

A group of individuals standing outside a bus, with text overlay in French discussing asylum seekers searching for work in Chibougamau.

Demandeurs d’asile à Chibougamau
Le Devoir
Collaborateurs : Jasmine Legendre, journaliste ; Guillaume Levasseur, vidéaste ; Julien Forest, monteur ; Cédric Gagnon, motion designer ; Héléna Cauvet, gestionnaire de pages

Ultradistance
Le Devoir
Collaborateurs : Jasmine Legendre ; Jean Balthazard ; Cédric Gagnon ; Helena Cauvet

Image of runners in a forest setting with text overlay questioning if running a marathon has become commonplace. The text also mentions running 170 km in pursuit of personal growth.

A speaker presenting on stage at an event, discussing the evolution of the healthcare system over the past 50 years. Behind the speaker is a backdrop with the text 'Plus humain. Plus efficace.' and a podium with a laptop.

Voici comment le système de santé a évolué en 50 ans
Le Devoir
Collaborateurs : Marie-Michèle Sioui, recherche et animation ; Pascal Mailhot, recherche et animation ; Guillaume Levasseur, vidéaste ; Julien Forest, montage et recherche visuelle ; Laurence Thibault, recherche visuelle ; Jasmine Legendre, cheffe de division vidéo ; Cédric Gagnon, design graphique ; Helena Cauvet, stratégie de diffusion ; Christian Duperron, directeur adjoint de l’information ; Louis Gagné, directeur adjoint de l’information
Note: Le Devoir paywall — login credentials on file

Au secours des reines
Radio-Canada / Alberta
Collaborateurs : Geneviève Tardif, réalisatrice-vidéaste, texte, photos et montage ; Catherine Dumont, réalisatrice numérique

A man with a beard smiling while sitting in a kitchen, wearing a light-colored shirt. The background shows kitchen appliances and utensils.

A lush, green forest scene featuring tall trees and abundant ferns, with sunlight filtering through the foliage.

Trouble in the Headwaters
The Narwhal
Writer: Daniel J. Pierce

Palestine on Campus
The Rover
Contributors: Savannah Stewart, journalist, co-director ; Justin Khan, videographer, co-director

A man wearing a traditional patterned shawl and a white shirt is engaged in discussion with a woman dressed in a light-colored blazer. They are standing in an outdoor setting with construction scaffolding in the background.

Four upward-pointing arrows in pink against a black background, symbolizing growth or increase.

Unravelled — What Happened to Rent?
TVO Today
Contributors: Sangeeta Patel, producer and narrator; Adit Dixit, editor and cinematographer; Max Stussi, cinematographer; Shaghayegh Tajvidi, senior showrunner; Jasmine El Kurd, motion designer; Ariana Longley, additional production; Robyn Hall, visual researcher; Madeline Pries, visual researcher; Jesse Brossoit, visual researcher; Ulla Junell-Pulkkinen, visual researcher; Ramon Buczynskyj, digital channel specialist; Patrick Sherrard, digital channel specialist; Corey Vidal, manager, digital channel optimization; Laurie Few, executive producer, digital; John Ferri, VP programming and content

Best Podcast: Current Affairs / Meilleur balado : questions d’actualité

Building the Crisis
Building the Crisis
Contributors: Isaac Peltz, journalist, podcast editor; Gabrielle Brassard Lecours, journalist, podcast editor

Promotional image for the podcast 'Building the Crisis,' discussing the political dynamics of the housing crisis, featuring the names of hosts Gabrielle Brassard-Lecours and Isaac Peltz.

The End of the Trudeau Era
CBC — Front Burner
Contributors: Jayme Poisson; Nick McCabe-Lokos; Elaine Chau; Mac Cameron; Joyita Sengupta; Matt Amha; Lauren Donnelly; Allie Jaynes

Understood: Who Broke the Internet?
CBC
Contributors: Cory Doctorow, host; Acey Rowe, showrunner; Matt Meuse, producer; Veronica Simmonds, story editor; Julian Uzielli, mix and sound design; Roshini Nair, coordinating producer; Chris Oke, executive producer; Cesil Fernandes, executive producer; Nick McCabe-Lokos, executive producer; Tanya Springer, senior manager; Arif Noorani, director of CBC Podcasts; Karen Burgess, managing editor of CBC News Podcasts

Close-up of a broken hard drive with shattered components, featuring the text 'Who broke the internet?' and 'understood' in bold font.

A World of Climate Challenges and Solutions
CBC — What on Earth
Contributors: Laura Lynch, host; Catherine Rolfsen, senior producer; Molly Segal, producer; Rachel Sanders, producer; Jennifer Wilson, associate producer; Mathias Wolfson, sound engineer

Solve for X: Innovations to Change the World
MaRS Discovery District
Contributors: Kathryn Hayward; Ellen Payne Smith; Manjula Selvarajah; Lara Torvi; Jason McBride; Sarah Liss; Sana Maqbool; Gab Harpelle

A vibrant graphic featuring the text 'SOLVE FOR X' with a background of colorful geometric shapes and a sunrise over Earth's curvature.

A woman in a red blazer and black top wearing a red, white, and blue scarf, smiling against a background of white stars. The text 'MISS AMERICA' and 'L'AMÉRIQUE VUE PAR VALÉRIE BEAUDOIN' is prominently displayed.

Miss America
Collaborateurs : Valérie Beaudoin, animation ; Nadia Michaud, production ; Robin Joannette Langevin, montage et mixage sonore ; Florence Provencher et Marie-Rose Sirois Bruneau, recherche ; Nicolas Thomson, direction numérique et performance

Playbook Canada Podcast
POLITICO
Contributors: Mickey Djuric, co-host; Nick Taylor-Vaisey, co-host; Sue Allan, Canada editor

An illustrated scene featuring two women in headscarves, one in purple and the other in green, with flames and tents in the background, symbolizing conflict and displacement.

Lettres de Gaza
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Émilie Dubreuil, journaliste ; Patrick André Perron, réalisateur ; Amélie Fortin, recherchiste

Dérives : le labyrinthe de Lyme
Radio-Canada OHdio
Collaborateurs : Olivier Bernard, animation, réalisation, recherche ; Camille Lopez, recherche additionnelle ; Stéphane Labeaume, technique ; Corinne Fréchette-Lessard, chargée de projet ; Annie Reeves, directrice productions internes, Audionumérique

#onpoli podcast cover featuring Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath, with a floral background.

On Poli
TVO Today
Contributors: Steve Paikin, host and journalist; John Michael McGrath, host and journalist; Matthew O’Mara, producer and editor; Colin Kish, video editor; Jonathan Halliwell, production support; Laurie Few, executive producer, digital; John Ferri, VP programming and content

Best Podcast: Arts, Culture, and Society / Meilleur balado : arts, culture, et societé

« Comment tu dis ça? »
Visages régionaux
Collaborateurs : Catherine-Ève Gadoury, réalisatrice ; Gabrielle Thouin, animatrice ; Maud La Rue, productrice ; Marie-Eve Arbour, productrice

An illustration featuring a smiling woman with long hair, posing with one hand raised. The background is bright blue with text in yellow and white discussing regional languages, accents, and culture, along with imagery of a microphone.

Illustration for a podcast titled 'See You In Court' featuring a silhouetted figure walking toward a stylized courthouse with an orange background and textured elements.

See You in Court
CBC News Podcasts
Contributors: Catherine Rolfsen, senior producer; Falen Johnson, host and producer; Sam McNulty, sound designer; Karla Hilton, executive producer; Karen Burgess, managing editor

Forged
CBC / ABC
Contributors: Kyle Muzyka, producer; Zoe Tennant, producer, showrunner; Luc Rinaldi, contributing reporter; Rudi Bremer, additional production support; Anna-Marie Harding, additional production support; Falen Johnson, contributing editor; Veronica Simmonds, senior producer, story editor; Graham MacDonald, sound design, original music; Emily Mathieu, fact checker; Roshini Nair, coordinating producer; Ashley Mak, development; Cesil Fernandes, executive producer; Chris Oke, executive producer; Kelrick Martin, executive producer; Jessica Radburn, executive producer; Tanya Springer, senior manager; Arif Noorani, director of CBC Podcasts

Artistic podcast cover featuring a stylized paintbrush creating vibrant orange and yellow strokes, with intricate designs in the background and the word 'FORGED' prominently stamped across.

Graphic design featuring the title 'The Life of Lucy Maud Montgomery: Story Girl' with a background of abstract shapes and a vintage photo of a woman holding a camera.

Story Girl: The Life of Lucy Maud Montgomery
Knockabout Media
Contributors: Ryan Barnett, host, writer, producer; Sonia Gemmiti, producer; Maia Foster-Sanchez, associate producer; Kristi Prophet, associate producer; Tyler Rauman, engineer; Candace Amarante, voice; Matthew Barnett, voice; Kate Scarth, consultant; Kate Macdonald Butler, consultant; Jessica Young, consultant

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North
Knockabout Media
Contributors: Ryan Barnett, host, writer, producer; Sonia Gemmiti, producer; Tyler Rauman, engineer; Sean Quinlan, voice; Matthew Barnett, voice

A colorful graphic poster featuring various characters, including a man with a wide smile, a Santa Claus figure, and a puppeteer holding a puppet. The text reads 'Once Upon a Time in.. Hollywood' with a directional sign pointing North.

Illustration featuring a blue background with a large black hand above a figure in a striped shirt, encapsulated by a bottle shape, accompanied by the text 'Les enfants nés du viol' at the bottom.

Les enfants nés du viol
Documentaire sonore
Auteure : Maude Petel-Légaré

Sœurs de lutte : 1975, la révolution inachevée
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Ariane Labrèche, journaliste ; Alexandra Viau, réalisatrice

Illustration featuring colorful hands reaching towards each other in a circular arrangement, with the text 'Sœurs de Lutte 1975, la révolution inachevée' prominently displayed.

L’histoire en personne : la tempête Conrad Black
Radio-Canada OHdio
Collaborateurs : Jean-François Nadeau, animation ; André Martineau, réalisation ; Nicolas Harguindey, recherche ; Henry Bernadet, auteur ; Nicolas Harguindey, auteur ; Corinne Fréchette-Lessard, chargée de projet ; Annie Reeves, directrice productions internes, Audionumérique ; Jérôme Leclerc, premier directeur, Audionumérique ; Natacha Mercure, directrice générale, Audio et Radio

L’histoire ne s’arrête pas là
Radio-Canada OHdio
Collaborateurs : André Martineau, animation et réalisation ; Corinne Fréchette-Lessard, chargée de projet ; Annie Reeves, directrice productions internes, Audionumérique

Graphic featuring a watermelon slice with various eyes and the text 'THERE IS A LIST' in large pink letters on a dark background.

There Is a List
Ricochet Media
Contributors: Zahra Khozema, host and investigative journalist; Andrea Houston, editor and producer; Ethan Cox, executive producer

Best Podcast: True Crime / Meilleur balado : documentaire criminel

Sea of Lies
CBC
Contributors: Sam Mullins, host, writer; Alex Gatenby, producer, reporter; Ivan Eastly, mixing, sound design; David Waters, executive producer; Darrell Brown, executive producer; Cesil Fernandes, executive producer; Chris Oke, executive producer; Emilie Quesnel, digital coordinating producer; Eunice Kim, story editor; Andrew Friesen, senior producer; Daemon Fairless, senior producer; Tanya Springer, senior manager of CBC Podcasts; Arif Noorani, director of CBC Podcasts

Cover image for 'Sea of Lies' from CBC's Uncover, featuring a stylized illustration of a submerged figure beneath dark water with dramatic light effects.

Cover art for the podcast 'The Con: Kaitlyn's Baby', featuring a pregnant person holding their belly against an orange background.

The Con: Kaitlyn’s Baby
CBC / BBC World Service
Contributors: Sarah Treleaven, writer, researcher, producer; Kathleen Goldhar, producer, writer, editor; Veronica Simmonds, senior producer; Andrew Friesen, production support; Alexis Green, production support; Mitchell Stuart, sound design, score; Emilie Quesnel, digital coordinating producer; Emily Mathieu, fact checker; Chris Oke, executive producer; Cesil Fernandes, executive producer; Tanya Springer, senior manager; Arif Noorani, director of CBC Podcasts; Kat Collins, senior producer; Jon Manel, BBC World Service podcast commissioning editor

Histoire d’enquête : la disparition de Liam Toman
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Marie-Maude Denis, journaliste ; Dimitri Katadotis, réalisateur

A close-up image featuring a stack of documents and a folder labeled 'CONFIDENTIEL', with the title 'HISTOIRES D'ENQUÊTE' displayed prominently.

Au cœur du verdict : Projet esturgeon
Radio-Canada OHdio
Collaborateurs : Isabelle Mathieu, animation, recherche ; Annabelle Lavoie, réalisation ; Luc Saint-Laurent, montage ; Mathieu Gagné et Mathieu Grégoire, prise de son ; Martine Forand, production

Murder on Mount Olive
Toronto Star
Contributors: Kevin Donovan, writer, narrator; Angelyn Francis, producer; Sean Pattendon, producer, sound and theme music; JP Fozo, executive producer; Matt Hearn, Tania Pereira, Kelsey Wilson, additional production

Headline about a murder investigation on Mount Olive, featuring police officers and a parked car in the background.

Image featuring the title 'Arachnid' with the subtitle 'Hunting the web's darkest secrets', and logos of various publications and entities.

Arachnid: Hunting the Web’s Darkest Secrets
TVO / Piz Gloria Productions / Investigative Journalism Bureau / Toronto Star
Contributors: Rob Cribb, reporter; Susanne Reber, executive producer and writer; Laurie Few, executive producer of digital; John Ferri, VP programming and content; Shaghayegh Tajvidi, senior showrunner; Jasmine El Kurd, graphic designer; Bruce Edwards, mix and sound design; Michael Corey, data journalist

Best Digital Design / Meilleure conception numérique

Les memes, miroir des angoisses des jeunes ?
Le Devoir
Designer : Cédric Gagnon
Collaborateurs : Sarah Boumedda, textes ; Catherine Bombardier, développement
Note: Le Devoir paywall — login credentials on file

An animated dog sitting on a chair, wearing a hat, with flames in the background.

An illustration featuring an oil rig illuminated against a dark blue background, with a bird in flight and a transparent fish swimming beneath the water surface.

Voici comment l’industrie pétrolière bouleverse la vie marine
Radio-Canada Information
Designer : Louis-Philippe Bouvier
Collaborateurs : Laurianne Croteau, journaliste de données ; Sara Barrière-Brunet, cheffe de pupitre ; Émilie Robert, illustratrice ; Andre Guimaraes, développeur

Les Jaros de la Beauce : du hockey de leur époque
Radio-Canada Québec
Designer : Olivia Laperrière-Roy
Collaborateurs : Philippe Grenier, vidéojournaliste ; Kathleen Lavoie, éditrice ; Marie-Christine Gagnon, éditrice ; Martin Benoît, réviseur

A vintage hockey team photo featuring players in orange jerseys with black accents, posing in front of a dark background. The text above reads 'LES JAROS DE LA BEAUCÉ DU HOCKEY DE LEUR ÉPOQUE'.

Best Photo Storytelling / Meilleur récit photo

Manoomin: The Good Berry
Canadian Geographic
Photographer: Shelby Lisk

A man paddling a boat through tall grass on a sunny day.

A silhouette of the old Hudson’s Bay Company building at sunset, with colorful clouds in the sky.

What Does the Fall of the Hudson’s Bay Company Mean to the People of Waskaganish?
Canadian Geographic
Photographer: Mitch Bowmile
Contributors: Mitch Bowmile, writer; Abi Hayward, handling editor; Stephanie Small, copy editor and fact-checker

Être pêcheur de homard, de moins en moins accessible pour la relève
Radio-Canada
Photographe : Patrick Lacelle
Collaborateurs : Nadia Gaudreau, secrétaire de rédaction numérique ; Marylène Têtu, cheffe de projets numériques

A lobster fisherman holding a large lobster with its claws raised, wearing gloves, against a cloudy sky.

A close-up of a Great Gray Owl perched on a log, displaying its distinctive gray feathers and striking yellow eyes, set against a backdrop of wooden panels.

Godbout : un ultime refuge pour les oiseaux de proie
Radio-Canada — Empreintes
Photographes : Bénédicte Filippi et Jean-François Deschênes
Collaborateurs : Martin Labbé, designer ; Julie Préjet, édimestre ; Marie-Christine Daigneault et Marylène Têtu, cheffes de projet

Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Rekindles Herring Tradition as slhawt’ Make a Joyful Return
IndigiNews
Photographer: Amy Romer

A group of individuals participating in a cultural event focused on herring preparation, with laughter and interaction among them. One woman, sitting at a table with fish, smiles while being embraced by a younger individual. The setting appears to be a communal space decorated with traditional elements.

A close-up portrait of a man with messy, unkempt hair and a beard, smiling softly. He is wearing a black jacket and appears to be outdoors, with a blurred blue background.

Dans la rue — Les mots pour dire leurs maux
Le Soleil
Photographe : Jocelyn Riendeau
Collaborateurs : Olivier Bossé, journaliste ; Pascale Chayer, designer graphique

Tradition Changes Hands
The Globe and Mail
Photographer: Pat Kane
Contributors: Lisan Jutras, text editing; Merle Robillard, photo editing; Timothy Moore, video and audio editing; Liz Sullivan, visuals editing; Sarah Palmer, digital presentation; Christopher Manza, interactive design and development

A large gathering of people in a community hall, engaged in Dene handgames, with traditional decorations and banners in the background.

Two rangers hiking in the Arctic landscape, one in the foreground with a large backpack and trekking poles, while the other trails behind on rocky terrain under a cloudy sky.

Higher Grounds: 12 Days on Ellesmere with the Canadian Rangers
The Globe and Mail
Photographer: Gavin John

Tiny Birds, and Their Tiny Superfood, Could Decline Due to ‘Irreversible’ Effects of Vancouver Port Expansion
The Narwhal
Photographer: Isabelle Groc

A flock of shorebirds feeding on a wet sandy beach with a port in the background featuring cranes.

Best One-of-a-Kind Storytelling / Meilleur récit unique et hors catégorie

« Je m’appelle Heba Bashir »
Le Devoir
Collaborateurs : Magdaline Boutros, journaliste ; Cédric Gagnon, designer ; Catherine Bombardier, développeuse
Note: Le Devoir paywall — login credentials on file

A woman in a headscarf adjusts a prosthetic limb in a workshop, while another woman works on a different prosthetic nearby. The workspace is filled with tools, materials, and various prosthetic parts.

Illustration of a coastal landscape featuring rolling green hills and fields, with a distant mountain range and a light-colored sea.

Des îles qui sortent des champs
Nouveau Projet
Auteur : Martin Patenaude-Monette, bédéiste et journaliste indépendant

Des irréductibles perpétuent la Mi-Carême
Radio-Canada Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine / Empreintes
Collaborateurs : Isabelle Larose, journaliste ; Luc Manuel Soares, photographe, caméraman et monteur ; Robert Mercier, monteur au sous-titrage ; Cécile Bernard et Marie Mounier, édimestres ; Émilie Robert, designer ; Joane Bérubé et Marylène Têtu, éditrices ; Josée Bilodeau, réviseuse linguistique ; Marie-Christine Daignault et Marylène Têtu, cheffes de projet

A group of performers dressed in colorful jester costumes with masks, posing and playing instruments in a workshop setting.

Text on a beige background discussing the nostalgia and future of trams in Montreal, with a title questioning if Montreal had saved its tramway.

Et si Montréal avait sauvé son tramway?
Radio-Canada Information
Collaborateurs : Ariane Labrèche, journaliste ; Laurianne Croteau, journaliste de données ; Louis-Philippe Bouvier et Francis Lamontagne, designers ; André Guimaraes et Mathieu St-Laurent, développeurs

A Palestinian Photographer’s Perseverance
The Globe and Mail
Writer: Ahmed Zakot, as told to Christina Frangou

A family scene featuring a father engaged with his children, highlighting a Palestinian photographer's journey and resilience after relocating to Canada from Gaza.

Best Editorial Newsletter / Meilleure infolettre éditoriale

Morning Brief
CBC News
Contributors: Hanna Lee; John Mazerolle; Chris Bilton; Sarah Berman; Therese Kehler, Morning Brief writers

Screenshot of a CBC News morning brief dated October 31, 2025, featuring a summary of political discontent regarding the Liberal government's upcoming federal budget and updates on the Toronto Blue Jays and Chinese President Xi Jinping's invitation to Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Professional man dressed in a black blazer and white shirt, smiling confidently against a white background.

Mind Your Business
CBC News Business
Writer: Peter Armstrong, senior business correspondent

Chambre d’Écho
Chambre d’Écho
Fondatrice : Malia Kounkou

Innovation in Digital Storytelling / Innovation de l’année

FAIT QUE : Un laboratoire vivant de journalisme pour les 18-35 ans
FAIT QUE
Collaborateurs : Rémi Leroux, rédacteur en chef ; Judith Oliver, cheffe de pupitre ; Julien Lamoureux et Kevin Besnard, chefs contenus vidéos ; Alexandre Couture, journaliste

A colorful graphic featuring a hand holding a smartphone displaying a bowl of ramen with an egg, accompanied by the text 'FAITQUE' and 'des contenus à déguster comme un ramen'.

Screenshot of the Taproot Edmonton webpage for the 2025 Edmonton Municipal Election, featuring sections for election results, a survey, and candidate information.

Taproot Edmonton Election Project
Taproot Edmonton
Contributors: Mack Male, co-founder and CEO, developer, publisher; Karen Unland, co-founder and CEO, project lead, editor-in-chief; Tim Querengesser, managing editor; Stephanie Swensrude, reporter; Colin Gallant, reporter; Debbi Serafinchon, community coordinator; Mariam Ibrahim, editor

The Feathertale Review #29
The Feathertale Review
Contributors: Brett Popplewell, editor; Mia Johnson, producer; Benson Lee, editor; Corina Milic, senior editor; Lindsay Mullan, assistant director; Lee H. Wilson, creative director; Jenn Lawrence, design director; Kara Pyle, art director; Graham Roumieu, illustrator; Richard den Hengst, voice actor; Jordan Moffatt, voice actor; Scott Simmie, voice actor; Gavin Williams, voice actor; Sarah Barmak, writer; Greg Boose, writer; Matt Burgess, writer; Matt Cardinal, writer; Katie Daubs, writer; Andre de Biasi, musician; Chris Gilmore, writer; Kevin Hartford, writer; Jason Heroux, writer; Richard Kelly Kemick, writer; Sarah Mintz, writer; Kevin O’Cuinn, writer; Jacob Pacey, writer; Andrew J. Simpson, writer; Jess Taylor, writer; Ambika Thompson, writer; Delphine Winton, musician; Ryan Wolin, writer

Illustration of a turntable with hands reaching towards a record, featuring the title 'The Feathertale Review' and 'Issue 29' on the record label.

An illustrated guide to city living in Toronto titled 'How to Toronto: Our No-BS Guide to City Living' with a pastel background featuring the CN Tower and a streetcar.

How to Toronto: Our No-BS Guide to City Living
The Green Line
Contributors: Yara El Murr, managing editor; Anita Li, editor-in-chief; Adele Lukusa, engagement reporter; Amanda James, community producer; Amartya Smaran, associated video producer; Aneesa Bhanji, designer; Anthony Lippa-Hardy, video producer; Hans Xu, developer; James Westman, engagement reporter; Savannah Savone, social coordinator

Emerging Excellence Award / Prix d’excellence : talent émergent

Sonal Gupta
Canada’s National Observer

Smiling woman wearing a black beanie and sunglasses, with snow-covered mountains in the background.

Portrait of a young woman with short hair, wearing a light-colored jacket and silver earrings, against a gray background.

Fannie Arcand
La Presse

Savannah Ridley
The Narwhal

A young woman with long, wavy hair, wearing a denim jacket, looking thoughtfully to the side in a grassy outdoor setting with trees in the background.

Editorial Achievement of the Year / Prix d’excellence rédactionnelle de l’année

Rory White and Civic Searchlight
Canada’s National Observer

A young man with short, styled hair and a light beard, wearing a dark striped shirt, is standing outdoors with a blurred green background.

A woman with long, straight blonde hair smiling at the camera, wearing a red blazer against a light gray background.

Emma Davie
CBC Nova Scotia

Andrea Houston
Ricochet Media, managing editor

A professional woman with short red hair and glasses, wearing a red blazer over a black and red polka dot top, stands smiling for a portrait.

General Excellence in Digital Publishing / Excellence générale en publication numérique

Small / Petite publication

Indicator: Exposing Digital Deception
Indicator

Screenshot of an online news website featuring various articles about technology, social media, and community issues.

Les As de l’info
Les As de l’info

The Local
The Local

Medium / Moyenne publication

The Narwhal
The Narwhal

The Tyee
The Tyee

Homepage of The Tyee featuring the Weekender section, highlighting art and cultural stories. A woman holds a framed photo, surrounded by landscape paintings.

Large / Grande publication

CBC News Digital
CBC News

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