Who should apply?

This program is for aspiring journalists who care about truth, integrity, civil liberties, and the future of independent media in Canada.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Open to Canadians and Canadian permanent residents
  • Applicants must be interested in pursuing journalism in any medium
  • Applicants must be proficient in English
  • Applicants must be 18 to 30 years of age

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be assessed based on:

  • Ambition and work ethic
  • Journalistic integrity
  • Whether they would benefit personally and professionally from the conference
  • Whether they are likely to pursue journalism as a career
  • A commitment to civil liberties