Deadline: 23-Jan-2026
The CJF Award for Climate Solutions Reporting recognizes Canadian journalists or teams for outstanding coverage of climate change solutions, highlighting policies, practices, and people addressing environmental challenges. The award offers $10,000 and accepts entries in print, broadcast, online, and multimedia formats from work published in 2024. Applications for the 2026 cycle close on January 23, 2026.
Recognizing Excellence in Climate Solutions Journalism in Canada
Overview of the Award
The CJF Award for Climate Solutions Reporting celebrates journalists who focus on actionable responses to climate change. It emphasizes reporting on policies, initiatives, and practices that mitigate environmental impacts and showcase potential solutions at local, national, and global levels.
The award aims to:
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Encourage in-depth coverage of climate solutions
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Highlight effective policies and practices
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Inspire impactful journalism that informs and motivates public action
Scope of Coverage
Climate solutions reporting may intersect with multiple areas, including:
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Environment and conservation
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Science and technology
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Health and public policy
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Economy and business
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Migration and social impacts
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Politics and governance
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Human-interest and community stories
Who Is Eligible?
The award is open to:
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Individual journalists or journalism teams
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Full-time employees or freelancers
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Work published in Canadian print, broadcast, online media, or multimedia platforms in 2024
Team entries will be judged as single submissions regardless of the number of contributors.
Types of Submissions
Eligible submissions include:
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Articles, columns, and editorials
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Op-eds and online pieces
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Radio programs and podcasts
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Television programs and documentary films
All formats are considered equally, with emphasis on clarity, originality, and impact.
Award Benefits
Recipients receive:
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A monetary prize of $10,000
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Recognition as a leading contributor to climate solutions reporting
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Promotion of their work within the Canadian journalism community
How to Apply
Application Steps
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Prepare your submission from eligible 2024 work
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Include all contributing authors for team submissions
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Complete the CJF Award application form
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Submit your entry before the deadline
Submission Deadline
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January 23, 2026, 11:59 pm ET
Incomplete or late submissions may not be considered.
Evaluation Criteria
Entries are assessed based on:
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Relevance: Focus on actionable climate solutions
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Impact: Contribution to public understanding and engagement
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Originality: Innovative reporting approaches
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Clarity and quality: Strong journalistic standards and storytelling
Common Tips
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Highlight concrete solutions, not only problems
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Ensure all contributors are clearly identified for team submissions
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Provide context that connects your story to broader societal impacts
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Follow submission format guidelines carefully
Why the CJF Award Matters
The award:
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Encourages journalists to cover solutions, not just challenges
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Raises public awareness of effective climate strategies
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Promotes responsible, evidence-based reporting
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Supports the growth of climate-focused journalism in Canada
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who can apply for the CJF Award?
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Canadian journalists or journalism teams, full-time or freelance.
Q2: What types of work are eligible?
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Articles, editorials, op-eds, radio programs, podcasts, TV programs, or documentary films published in 2024.
Q3: Can multiple contributors submit as a team?
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Yes. Team submissions are judged as a single entry.
Q4: Is there a minimum or maximum length for submissions?
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Guidelines vary by format; check the CJF submission requirements.
Q5: What is the award value?
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$10,000 for the recipient(s).
Q6: When is the application deadline?
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January 23, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET.
Q7: Can freelance work be submitted?
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Yes. Both freelancers and full-time journalists are eligible.
Conclusion
The CJF Award for Climate Solutions Reporting provides a prestigious platform for journalists who shed light on effective responses to climate change. By rewarding high-quality, solutions-focused reporting, the award encourages innovative storytelling and helps inform public discourse on environmental action.
For more information, visit CJF.