Deadline: January 15, 2026
Applications are open for the Canadian Hillman Prizes 2026. The Canadian Hillman Prizes honour excellence in journalism in service of the common good. The Hillman Prizes seek out investigative reporting that draws attention to social or economic injustice and leads to meaningful public policy change. They strive to recognize discernment of a significant news story, resourcefulness and courage in reporting, skill in relating the story and the impact of the coverage.
Starting in 2024, the foundation now awards three Canadian Hillman Prizes instead of one. The judges will select entries in the following categories: print/digital, broadcast (tv, radio, podcast) and local/community news (in any medium/format).
Since 1950, the Sidney Hillman Foundation has honored journalists, writers and public figures who pursue investigative journalism and public policy in service of the common good. Sidney Hillman was the founding president of the Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America, a predecessor union of Workers United, SEIU. Sidney Hillman, an architect of the New Deal, fought to build a vibrant union movement extending beyond the shop floor to all aspects of working people’s lives.
Award
- The Canadian Hillman Prize winners will be awarded an honorarium and certificate at an event to be held in Toronto on Thursday April 9, 2026.
Eligibility
- Entries must have been published in Canada in 2025 and have been widely accessible to a Canadian audience.
- Self-published work is not eligible.
- There is no fee to enter. There is no limit to the number of entries one journalist, publication or outlet may enter.
Application
The deadline to enter is January 15, 2026 at 11:59pm. Late applications will not be considered.
For more information, visit Canadian Hillman Prizes.
