ONTARIO COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS FOUNDATION

The Ontario Community Newspapers Foundation supports journalism education and press freedom across Ontario. The foundation provides scholarships and bursaries to students pursuing careers in journalism and media, helping them access training programs and higher education. It also funds initiatives that strengthen local news reporting and community journalism in smaller markets throughout the province. The foundation works to build the next generation of journalists while supporting the sustainability of community newspapers and local newsrooms. By investing in both students and news organizations, the foundation addresses the critical need for skilled reporters and editors who can serve their communities with quality, locally-focused reporting.