Gil Purcell Memorial Journalism Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians
Gil Purcell Memorial Journalism Scholarship for Aboriginal Canadians
Deadline: November 1 of each year.
Deadline: November 1, 2016
To be awarded to an Aboriginal Canadian (status or non-status Indian, Metis or Inuit) who is enrolled at a Canadian university or community college. The student must already be attending the postsecondary institution and must be either enrolled in a journalism program or actively involved with a news organization associated with the institution (such as a student newspaper or broadcast station).
Purpose:
To encourage Aboriginal Canadians to pursue a career in journalism through a combination of studies at a Canadian postsecondary institution and experience in a newsroom.
The Award:
A gift of $4,000, intended to defray education costs. Scholarship recipients with appropriate experience and qualifications may also receive an offer of temporary employment or other opportunities at The Canadian Press, at the sole discretion of the scholarship provider.
It was established in 1990 in honor of Gillis Purcell, general manager of The Canadian Press, the national news agency, from 1945 to 1969. Many of the strengths and traditions of Canadian journalism had their roots in his dedication to the quality of journalism.
Eligibility:
To be awarded to an Aboriginal Canadian (status or non-status Indian, Metis or Inuit) who is enrolled at a Canadian university or community college. The student must already be attending the postsecondary institution and must be either enrolled in a journalism program or actively involved with a news organization associated with the institution (such as a student newspaper or broadcast station). The scholarship is open to both French and English-speaking aboriginal Canadians.
Deadline; November 1 of each year.
Selection:
Selection of the recipient will be made by a committee comprising Canadian Press managers and supervisors.
Requirements:
1. Completed application form
2. Resumé/CV
3. Cover letter outlining in detail your aspirations for a career in journalism
NOTE: In addition to these requirements, applicants are strongly encouraged to provide samples of journalism activity they have performed, such as news story clippings and/or discs (CD/DVD) containing audio/video news reports.
The more newsroom and multimedia experience a candidate can demonstrate, the better his or her chances of being short-listed for the scholarship and possibly receiving an offer of temporary employment.
Reference letters from editors or newsroom supervisors are also strong encouraged.
The scholarship is open to both French and English-speaking Aboriginal Canadians.
Application forms can be obtained from:
Marissa D'Mello
Human Resources
The Canadian Press
36 King Street East Toronto, ONT. M5C 2L9
Tel: 416-507-2132
Fax: 416-507-2033
E-Mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Apply by November 1.