Governor General to Honor Public Service Journalism at 2025 Michener Awards
Event summary
- Governor General Louise Arbour to present 2025 Michener Awards on June 18, 2026 at Rideau Hall.
- Awards include six finalists for the 2025 Michener Award, two recipients for the Michener-Baxter Award, and three fellowship recipients.
- Ceremony marks over 50 years of recognizing journalism that drives public good.
- Michener Awards administered by the Michener Awards Foundation in partnership with the Rideau Hall Foundation.
The big picture
The Michener Awards ceremony underscores the ongoing value placed on investigative journalism that serves the public interest. As media landscapes shift, such recognition may become increasingly important for sustaining quality reporting. The event also highlights the role of government-affiliated institutions in promoting journalistic excellence.
What we're watching
- Journalism Impact
- How the recognized work will influence public policy or corporate behavior.
- Funding Sustainability
- Whether the Michener Awards Foundation can maintain funding for fellowships amid media industry challenges.
- Government-Media Relations
- The pace at which high-profile recognition of journalism affects public trust in media.