Canadian Journalism Collective is now accepting applications for Year 2 funding through their online portal. Applications close Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Their portal for Indigenous news media is coming soon! They are inviting Indigenous news media to apply via a unique portal.
Office Hours
To support the application process, they are hosting a series of virtual Q&A sessions (bilingual). Click the links to register:
Tuesday September 23, 2025, 12:00–1:00 PM MT
Thursday September 25, 2025, 12:00–1:00 PM MT
Monday September 29, 2025 12:00–1:00 PM MT
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
What’s new for Year 2
- A secure online application portal
- Application status updates and notifications
- Eligibility and hours verification take place simultaneously
- Eligibility decisions for all applicants sent simultaneously
- One single payment per successful applicant
- Clear and timely appeal process for ineligible applicants
Complete Process Timeline
Application Period: September 19 – October 14, 2025
Application Review: September – December 2025
Determination Letters Issued: January 2026
Payment Processing: March 2026
Understanding The Review Process
Their verification process focuses on objective criteria established in the Online News Act. They verify compliance with journalistic standards but don’t evaluate editorial positions or viewpoints. Learn more about their verification process and organizational mandate.
Resources to Help You Apply
Application FAQ: https://cjc-ccj.ca/en/apply-for-funding/
Policy Documentation: https://cjc-ccj.ca/en/resources/
Application Portal: [Portal link]
Questions? Contact us at applications@cjc-ccj.ca
Canadian Journalism Collective
Collectif canadien de journalisme
The Canadian Journalism Collective (CJC-CCJ) is a federally incorporated nonprofit organization created for the purpose of distributing funds allocated under the Online News Act. The CJC-CCJ was founded in May 2024 by a diverse group of news publishers and broadcasters to promote sustainability, equity and innovation in the Canadian news ecosystem.
