Canadian Community Newsmedia Awards

The Canadian Community Newsmedia Awards (CCNAwards) celebrate the best in community publishing from across the country. Newspapers and newsmedia sites compete against each other and are judged by a panel of industry experts. With a diverse array of awards categories covering editorial, photography and multimedia, the CCNAwards offer learning opportunities for publishers of all sizes.

English- and French-language community newsmedia across the country are invited to compete in News Media Canada’s annual awards competition, which celebrates the very best in community journalism.

** NEW for 2025 **

• The 2025 competition is open to members of News Media Canada only.
• Digital-only newsmedia sites are now eligible.
• Three new advertising categories in 2025.
• No entry fees.