Province kicks off new three-year investigative journalism initiative

NORTHERN BC- Journalists across the province have the opportunity to apply for the new Lieutenant Governer’s BC Journalism Fellowship. Starting in 2022, eligible journalist(s) can receive up to $25,000 yearly. These funds can be used to spend on 2-4 months on research and production of a project that covers an issue significant to British Columbians. The project will then be published/broadcasted by a committed publishing source.

“In the spirit of supporting a heathy democracy with a thriving journalistic community, this fellowship will encourage the development and support of local journalists in British Columbia,” stated Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of BC.

Applicants must be journalists based out of BC with at least three years of experience, and currently working full-time or freelance. Teams of journalists can also apply and all applicants must receive a letter of support from a publishing source to confirm the work can be published upon its completion.

The jury is comprised of members of the Jack Webster Foundation’s Board of Directors, members of the Government House Foundation and members who have contributed to advancing the public interest. All five jurors will be assessing applicants on the following: