The National Pictures of the Year (NPOY) competition submissions is now open.

We look forward to once again showcasing the best photojournalism Canada has to offer in this exclusively photographic competition. More than ever, there is a need for real images telling unflinching truths, capturing beautiful moments, and everything in between.

The entry period is open until 11:59 p.m. PST on February 15 and more information can be found at

National Pictures of the Year Rules and Submission Guidelines

NPAC is seeking a VP of Sponsorship

The News Photographers Association of Canada (NPAC) is looking for an experienced photojournalist to fill the role of Vice President of Sponsorship. In this pivotal position, you will help build relationships with potential sponsors and foster long-term partnerships that enhance the visibility and sustainability of NPAC. This is a unique opportunity to make an impact on the future of visual journalism in Canada.
If interested, send an email to info@npac.ca

NPOY Upcoming

A reminder that, as with years before, the National Pictures of the Year (NPOY) competition submissions will open soon.

The entry period will open 12:00 a.m. January 15 until 11:59 p.m. PST on February 15 and more information can be found at
https://npac.ca/national-pictures-of-the-year-rules-and-submission-guidelines/

 

In case you missed it:

The NPAC Community Storytelling Grant
Bourse de Mise en Récit pour L’APPC

Dear Members,

The News Photographers Association of Canada/Association des photographes de presse du Canada is evolving to serve you better by reflecting the industry’s current state.

It is with that in mind that we are pleased to roll out the inaugural Community Visual Storytelling Grant.

The grant is aimed to fund stories that contribute to the advancement of Canadian photojournalism professionals pursuing photojournalistic excellence while creating content concerning a social or political issue that is relevant to the community at large. Examples include, but are not restricted to, socio-economic, health, environmental or current affair subjects.

The CVS is intended for:

Recently graduated photojournalism students from post-secondary institutions

Photojournalists with no news affiliation as a staff photographer or employed by a news organization full time.

Special consideration will be given to people who are marginalized and those in unrepresented Canadian communities.

Your eligibility to apply for this grant is determined by having good standing as an NPAC member.

Registered for a NPAC membership and be a member in the current calendar year and the member needs to be in good standing throughout their project.

To learn more or to apply, visit https://npac.ca/npac-community-storytelling-grant-bourse-de-mise-en-recit-pour-lappc

Chers membres,

L’Associationdes Photographes de Presse du Canada évolue afin de mieux vous servir enreflétant les nouveaux enjeux de notre industrie.

C’est danscette ligne de pensée que nous avons le plaisir de vous présenter la toutenouvelle Bourse De Mise En Récit.

Cettebourse a pour but de financer des histoires qui contribuent à l’avancement dephotojournalistes professionnels du Canada visant l’excellencephoto-journalistique tout en créant du contenu autour d’un sujet social oupolitique qui touche un large public, Des exemples peuvent inclurent, sanstoutefois s’y limiter, des enjeux socio-économiques, de santé, environnementauxou des affaires en cours.

Lescandidats admissibles incluent:

Lesétudiants en photojournalisme récemment diplômé d’une institutionpost-secondaire.

Lesphotojournalistes qui ne sont pas affilié comme photographe dans uneorganisation médiatique ou employé à temps plein dans les médias.

Uneattention particulière sera apportée aux individus marginalisés et auxpersonnes faisant partie de communautés sous-représentés au Canada.

Vousdevez être un membre en règle de l’APPC pour l’année en cours et le demeurerpendant toute la réalisation du projet.

Votreéligibilité pour cette subvention sera déterminée par votre réponse àl’ensemble des critères et questions de cette application.

Pour enapprendre davantage et appliquer: https://npac.ca/npac-community-storytelling-grant-bourse-de-mise-en-recit-pour-lappc