CANADIAN ETHNIC MEDIA ASSOCIATION
45th AWARDS FOR JOURNALISTIC EXCELLENCE 2023

CATEGORIES

CATEGORY 1: PRINT
For the best news story or feature article, column, opinion piece or editorial. Where the story has been told in series form*, up to three consecutively published stories dealing with the same subject will be permitted.

CATEGORY 2: RADIO
For the best news story, feature or opinion piece. Where the story or feature has been told in series form*, up to three consecutive entries dealing with the same subject will be permitted.

CATEGORY 3: TELEVISION
Awarded for the Best Project broadcast on Conventional Television.

CATEGORY 4: DOCUMENTARY
For the best documentary that demonstrates excellence in storytelling, production values and distinctive subject matter.

CATEGORY 5: PODCAST (NEWS & FEATURE)
For best news story, feature or opinion piece. Where the podcast is in episodic format, stories that best reflect the series will be considered.

CATEGORY 6: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Awarded to the Individual who has created a project that harmonizes and promotes cultural unity in Canada.

CATEGORY 7: INNOVATION
The Innovation Award showcases organizations that demonstrate innovation and excellence in Canadian Ethnic Journalism. It is truly a unique award for outstanding contribution to diverse, fair and equitable coverage and representation of Canada’s citizenry.

CATEGORY 8: VIDEO SERIES OR SCREEN BASED PROJECTS
For the best story, feature or opinion piece. Where the story has been told in series form*, up to three consecutive entries dealing with the same subject will be permitted.

CATEGORY 9: ON-LINE ARTICLES
For the best story, feature or opinion piece. Where the story has been told in series form*, up to three consecutive entries dealing with the same subject will be permitted.

*Note: “Series form” – means the entries must be related in subject or must be part of a series.

MANUAL SUBMISSIONS

Submit four (4) copies of your entry, as well as a translation, if necessary. An administration fee of $10.00 per submission applies.
*Please note: You have to complete and send with your entry before SEPTEMBER 10, 2023.

MAIL TO: CEMA Awards 2023
c/o 24 Tarlton Road
Toronto, ON M5P 2M4
Tel: (416) 488-0048

To cover handling costs, please enclose a cheque or money order for $10.00 for each entry, payable to Canadian Ethnic Media Association (CEMA).

ONLINE SUBMISSIONS

Please click HERE to be directed to the on line submissions portal for your entry.