Premier Awards - Best Feature Series ( Circulation up to 1499,Circulation 1500 to 3999,Circulation 4000 to 6499,Circulation 6500 to 9999)
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Place Name:
First Place
Contestant Name:
Nunatsiaq News (Nunavut/Nunavik, NU)
Entry Title:
Our Home
Entry Credit:
David Venn, Gord Howard, Corey Larocque
Judge Comment:
An outstanding series that excels in writing, research, and presentation. The articles blend storytelling with complex issues seamlessly, using historical context and a variety of interviews to provide depth and clarity. The solution journalism approach is highly original, addressing local challenges and opportunities effectively. The presentation is engaging, with a helpful table of contents and large photos that enhance readability. This series offers deep insights into local issues with a clear and engaging narrative, making it a highly impactful and informative piece of journalism.
Place Name:
Second Place
Contestant Name:
The Squamish Chief (Squamish, BC)
Entry Title:
Opioid Crisis
Entry Credit:
Jennifer Thuncher, Steven Chua, Andrew Hughes
Judge Comment:
Clean, concise, and impactful writing with a humanizing approach to the opioid crisis. The series includes diverse perspectives from doctors, parents, and support workers, effectively highlighting potential solutions and gaps. The use of subheads and images helps break up the text, though more extensive visuals would further enhance the presentation. By focusing on personal stories and integrating relevant statistics, this series provides valuable insights into the opioid crisis, making it both engaging and highly relevant to the community.
Place Name:
Third Place
Contestant Name:
The Advocate (Pictou, NS)
Entry Title:
Mass Casualty Commission calls for policing transformation
Entry Credit:
Raissa Tetanish
Judge Comment:
The series provides a comprehensive and well-structured overview of the mass casualty incident, with clean and straightforward writing. It effectively includes a mix of interview subjects to offer various perspectives. While the use of black and white images adds impact, additional visual elements and more creative storytelling could further enhance reader engagement. The thorough coverage and relevance to the community make it a strong entry.
