Et les lauréats sont…

Logo for B2B 2025 event featuring a stylized asterisk and the text 'B2B2025' in blue and black.

Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer les lauréats des Prix du magazine canadien : B2B 2024, qui ont été présentés cet après-midi lors du dîner des PMC : B2B.  Le dîner était animé par Michelle Warren à St. Paul’s Bloor Street, Toronto. Les lauréats de la médaille d’or dans les catégories dédiées aux créateurs ont reçu un prix en espèces de 500 dollars en plus de leur certificat de récompense.

Les certificats d’or et d’argent non réclamés, ainsi que les certificats de mention honorable, peuvent être envoyés sur demande. Ils seront postés cet été. Veuillez remplir ce formulaire et nous vous répondrons sous peu.


Best Editorial, Column, or Regularly Featured Department / Meilleur éditorial, chronique, ou rubrique régulière

Gold / Médaille d’or

Law column
The Medical Post
Writer: Bill Rogers


Silver / Médaille d’argent

The Brass Tax
Pivot
Writers: John Oakey, Carol Bethune
Contributor: Paul Ferriss, editor


Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables


People – who you need to know
Canadian Grocer
Writer: Andrea Yu
Contributors: Shellee Fitzgerald, editor-in-chief; Kristin Laird, managing editor


Mining and mental health
CIM Magazine
Writers: Mackenzie Patterson, Tijana Mitrovic
Contributors: Ryan Bergen; Silvia Pikal


Editorial: Access to Health Care
CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal)
Writers: Catherine Varner, Andrew Boozary, Andreas Laupacis, and Keerat Grewal
Contributor: Kirsten Patrick, editor-in-chief


Purpose Driver
Pivot
Writers: Liza Agrba, Ali Amad
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor


Candid career advice
Precedent Magazine
Writer: Daniel Fish


Faces of Flight
Skies Magazine
Writer: Ben Forrest


Best Profile of a Company / Meilleur profil d’un énterprise

Gold / Médaille d’or

The 184-year-old start-up
Pivot
Writer: Rob Csernyik
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor

Portrait of two CPAs, Andy Taylor and Lyndsay Monk, smiling confidently in a modern office setting, discussing their transformation of Gore Mutual for future growth.

Silver / Médaille d’argent

A Hidden Gem
Convenience Store News Canada
Writer: Michelle Warren

Two men standing in a grocery store, smiling for the camera, with food items and shelves visible in the background.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Fortis: Powering Up
Atlantic Business Magazine
Writer: Ashley Fitzpatrick
Contributors: Dawn Chafe, story editor and executive editor; Carolyn Greene, art direction


Starting small, thinking big
Canadian Fabricating & Welding Magazine
Writer: Lindsay Luminoso


Surviving and thriving: Audreys Books celebrates half a century of bookselling
Canadian Independent Publishers
Writer: Andrew Snook


Shaping the power generation sector
Canadian Metalworking Magazine
Writer: Lindsay Luminoso


Best Profile of a Person / Meilleur Portrait

Gold / Médaille d’or

Mister MacKay-Lyons’s Neighbourhood
AZURE
Writer: Elizabeth Pagliacolo
Contributor: Cristian Ordoñez, art direction

Vue aérienne de la ville avec des immeubles au bord de l'eau, montrant le développement urbain.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

The Chief (flexible) Officers
Pivot
Writer: Liza Agrba
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor


Score Keepers
Pivot
Writer: Liza Agrba
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor

Best Feature Article: Trade / Meilleur article de fond : commercial

Gold / Médaille d’or

Language Barrier
AZURE
Writer: Sydney Shilling
Contributors: Brian Wong, art director; Jeannie Phan, illustrator

Illustration depicting a figure with their back facing a skyline while speech bubbles suggest a conversation about cultural discourse in architecture.

This piece is a perfect example of modern trade writing […] Deep research, an intelligent analysis of key industry issues, and an easy style makes Language Barrier a Gold-level feature that will appeal to architects and other industry professionals.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

The Second Coming
AZURE
Writer: Stefan Novakovic


PFAS: Let’s talk about it
Fire Fighting in Canada
Writer: Laura Aiken


Best Feature Article: Professional / Meilleur article de fond : professionnel

Gold / Médaille d’or

Could we learn to stop worrying and love nuclear energy?
Western Alumni Magazine
Writer: Jeff Renaud
Contributors: Darryl Lahteenmaa, Gotham Studios, and Steven Anderson, artwork

Image montrant une personne en laboratoire portant des gants de protection, manipulant des équipements nucléaires, avec un titre accrocheur sur l'énergie nucléaire.

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Discipline: la hantise des cliniciens
Profession Santé
Auteur : Geoffrey Dirat
Collaborateurs : Christian Leduc, rédacteur en chef; Anne Hébert, rédactrice en chef adjointe; Dino Peressini, directeur artistique

This illustration features a red figure in a defensive stance surrounded by several large purple hands pointing at it, symbolizing scrutiny and pressure faced by clinicians in their profession. The background is dark, emphasizing the central figure and hands.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Tech’s Deep Dive
Douglas
Writer: Emily Edwards
Contributors Joanne Sasvari, editor; Kelly Hamilton, lead graphic designer



Easing ED overwhelm
The Medical Post
Writer: Louise Leger


All Saints: UTS alumni altruism touches the heart of our city
The Root, the UTS Alumni Magazine
Writer: Kimberley Fehr, The Root managing editor/UTS senior writer
Contributors: Martha Drake, publisher/executive director, advancement; Kevin Cockburn, designer PageWave Graphics; Dahlia Katz, photographer; Morgan Ring and David Haisell, proofreaders


Enough: A systemic crisis calls for radical change
Western Alumni Magazine
Writer: Megan Stacey


Best News Coverage / Meilleure couverture de l’actualité

Gold / Médaille d’or

Grocery Wars
Pivot
Writer: Andrew Raven
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor

Cover image for the article 'The Grocery Wars' featuring visual elements like broken eggs, spilled tomatoes, and text highlighting rising food prices and consumer concerns in Canada.

Silver / Médaille d’argent

AI scribes roll out
The Medical Post
Writer: Colin Leslie

Feature article discussing the introduction and benefits of AI scribes in medical practices, highlighting perspectives from physicians on technology's impact on documentation efficiency.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Regards croisés sur les campements propalestiniens
Affaires universitaires
Auteur : Jean-François Venne



Generative AI in law: The good, the bad and the ugly
National magazine
Writer: Julie Sobowale


The Minden Gross castaways
Precedent Magazine
Writer: Daniel Fish


Jusqu’où peut aller le marketing pharmaceutique ?
Profession Santé
Autrice : Anaïs Bouitcha, journaliste
Collaborateurs : Christian Leduc, rédacteur en chef; Anne Hébert, rédactrice en chef adjointe; Dino Peressini, directeur artistique


Best How-To Article or Series of Articles / Meilleur article ou meilleure série d’articles de conseils pratiques

Gold / Médaille d’or

Clinic
The Medical Post
Writer: Kylie Taggart


Silver / Médaille d’argent

Tricks of the Trade
Pivot
Writer: Lisa van de Geyn
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor

Illustration representing conflict resolution strategies for CPAs, featuring a hand placing a card over a symbolic bridge between two figures expressing disagreement, against a bold orange background.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

When Things Go Very, Very Wrong: How to manage reputation and crisis communications in a split-second world
Douglas
Writer: Robyn Quinn
Contributors: Joanne Sasvari, editor; Kelly Hamilton, lead graphic designer




Best Series of Articles / Meilleure série d’articles

Gold / Médaille d’or

Regional Report
Foodservice and Hospitality Magazine
Writer: Laura Pratt

This series of articles gave a real sense of how unique the foodservice and hospitality industry is in the different areas of Canada. Every region has its own personality and issues.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

International Students: Feature Series
University Affairs
Writers: Moira MacDonald, Mohamed Berrada
Contributors: Katrin Emery, illustrator; Maya Schultz, illustrator; Cornelia Li, illustrator; Edward Thomas Swan, art director; Daniel Halton, editor


Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Ontario Science Centre closure: an analysis
Canadian Architect
Writer: Elsa Lam


Generation Next Thinking
Canadian Grocer
Writer: Rebecca Harris
Contributors: Shellee Fitzgerald, editor-in-chief; Kristin Laird, managing editor 


Environmental monitoring series
CIM Magazine
Writers: Lynn Greiner; Trish Saywell; Mehanaz Yakub
Contributors: Ryan Bergen, Ailbhe Goodbody


Innovation in the Spotlight
Pivot
Writers: Coleman Molnar, Alyssa Schwartz, Colman Molnar, Ali Amad, and Liza Agrba
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor


Best Photograph / Meilleure photographie

Gold / Médaille d’or

True Believer
Up Here Business Magazine
Photographer: Pat Kane

Un homme en costume se tient debout devant un paysage brouillé, entouré de branches d'arbres, dans une scène qui évoque l'industrie minière. Le titre en haut de l'image indique 'True Believer' avec des descriptions en référence à l'industrie du diamant.

This is a beautiful photo by Pat Kane for Up Here Business that invites exploration from the reader. At first glance it seems like an unexpected scene, but then it all makes sense.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Mission Critical
Pivot
Photographer: Johnny C.Y. Lam
Contributors: Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Dan Parsons, art director


A Day in the Life
University Affairs
Photographer: Selena-Phillips Boyle
Contributor: Edward Thomas Swan, art director


Best Illustration / Meilleure illustration

Gold / Médaille d’or

Nothing But Net Zero
Pivot
Illustrator: Sébastien Thibault
Contributors: Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Dan Parsons, art director

Illustration featuring a man in a suit running with a large megaphone connected to a building, symbolizing a critique of carbon credit markets.

This excellent example of conceptual illustration combines a bold graphic colour palette with clean technical execution. The image is energetic and concise, representing carbon capture in a clear, playful, and impactful way that is mindful of its audience. A smart concept, it is appropriate for both corporate and consumer audiences, describing the main thrust of the story in an impactful and reader-friendly manner while remaining rich in colour and elegant.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Alarm Call: What the birds are telling us about climate change

Western Alumni Magazine
Illustrator: Melinda Josie
Contributors: Althea Blackburn-Evans, publisher; Marcia Steyaert, editor-in-chief; Paul Fraumeni, senior editor; Raj Grainger, design/art direction; Amanda Jackman, assistant editor; Trista Walker, assistant editor

This stunning series of watercolour bird portraits guides the reader through the article from one lively study to the next. The combination of texture, transparency, and the spontaneity of brush strokes brings a natural warmth to each illustration. These paintings are an expressive and visually visceral method of portraying important issues that affect us all, proving that paintings can be highly effective in conveying information that is both urgent and, at times, disturbing.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Trump’s back. Is Canada ready?
Director Journal
Illustrator: Pete Ryan
Contributor: Philina Chan, art director



Tricks of the Trade
Pivot
Illustrator: Cindy Lubinic
Contributor: Adam Cholewa, senior art director


The Minden Gross castaways
Precedent Magazine
Illustrator: Sébastien Thibault


Best Special Report / Meilleur reportage spécial

Gold / Médaille d’or

Shoppers Speak Up
Canadian Grocer
Writer: Shellee Fitzgerald
Contributors: Kristin Laird, managing editor; Jackie Shipley, art director

Illustration of a woman holding a grocery basket, accompanied by bold text stating 'SHOPPERS SPEAK UP.' The background is red, and the image focuses on the theme of grocery shopping experiences in Canada.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

2024 C-store IQ National Shopper Study
Convenience Store News Canada + OCTANE
Writer: Michelle Warren
Contributors: Jackie Shipley, art director; Beth Brickel, VP, research, EnsembleIQ


Best Art Direction of a Single Article or Opening Spread / Meilleure direction artistique d’un article ou double page d’ouverture

Gold / Médaille d’or

Plastics: The good, the bad and the ugly
Western Alumni Magazine
Contributors: Althea Blackburn-Evans, publisher; Marcia Steyaert, editor-in-chief; Paul Fraumeni, senior editor; Raj Grainger, design/art direction; Amanda Jackman, assistant editor; Trista Walker, assistant editor; Jeff Renaud, writer; Paul Weeks, photographer

Couverture d'article sur les plastiques, présentant le titre "PLASTICS" en majuscules avec le sous-titre "The good, the bad and the ugly". L'image montre des morceaux de plastiques polluants, illustrant le problème des déchets plastiques.

By incorporating images of ‘plastiglomerate’—an ugly tangle of plastic debris, sediment, and organic debris—this layout for Western Alumni Magazine evokes a visceral reaction from readers who are exploring the impact of plastics on our natural environment. Each twisted mass leads us to ponder how difficult it will be to extract plastics from our lives.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Northern Justice
Indiescreen
Contributors: Andrew Addison, editor; Kyle Schruder RGD, creative direction, Mel Conquer, design, Carly Williams, Account Manager 

What procedural crime drama would be complete without a murder board? Northern Justice’s layout incorporates strings, tacks, and Post-it notes to encourage readers to explore pull quotes and notable facts about the production of Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent. It immediately led us to wonder, who dunnit? Sing it with us now: “Dun-dun …”

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Grocery Wars
Pivot
Contributors: Dan Parsons, art director; Adam Cholewa, senior art director


How To Talk About Science
Toronto Met University magazine
Contributors: Vanessa Wyse, creative director; Hannah Browne, senior designer and illustrator; Wade Hudson, photographer; Colleen Mellor, editor


AI Everywhere
University of Toronto Magazine
Contributors: Vanessa Wyse, creative director; Scott Anderson, editor; Seba Cestaro, illustrator; Risto Avramovski, illustrator; Duane Cole, photographer


Let’s Chat About ChatGPT
Voyageur
Contributors: Vanessa Wyse, creative director; Hannah Browne, senior designer; Liz Gorman & Kris Ward, editors


Best Topical Feature: Climate Change / Meilleur reportage thématique : changement climatique 

Gold / Médaille d’or

This Canadian city is finding rare earth minerals needed for the green transition through recycling
Corporate Knights/Climate Home
Writer: Chris Arsenault
Contributor: Ian Willms, photos and video

Un technicien de laboratoire portant un manteau blanc et des gants examine des équipements dans une installation de recherche, entouré de machines et de réservoirs.

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Le carbone intrinsèque, ça compte !
Esquisses
Autrices : Valérie Levée et Christine Lanthier

Image de la couverture d'un magazine présentant un bâtiment moderne avec des façades en verre et des espaces commerciaux au rez-de-chaussée. Le titre met en avant l'importance du carbone intrinsèque dans la construction.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

The Sewage Solution
Engineering Dimensions
Writer: Natalya Anderson
Contributor: Nicole Axworthy, editor


Nothing But Net Zero
Pivot
Writer: John Lorinc
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor; Taryn Abate, consultant; Oujala Motala, consultant

Best DEI Reporting / Meilleure reportage DÉI

Gold / Médaille d’or

Moving Towards an Inclusive Future
Benefits Canada
Writer: Sadie Janes

Image of an article titled 'Moving Towards an Inclusive Future' discussing employee benefits, featuring a colorful graphic with people illustrating inclusivity and teamwork.

A thoughtful and informed piece of journalism from Benefits Canada about how some companies are ensuring their benefit plans are more inclusive and supportive of the health and social well-being of their employees.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Êtes-vous vraiment inclusif.ve ?
Profession Santé
Auteurs : Anaïs Bouitcha et Geoffrey Dirat, journalistes
Collaborateurs: Christian Leduc, rédacteur en chef; Anne Hébert, rédactrice en chef adjointe; Dino Peressini, directeur artistique

Couverture du magazine Profession Santé de mars-avril 2024, avec un collage coloré représentant des silhouettes de personnes. Le titre se demande si nous sommes vraiment inclusifs.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Leveraging international talent
CIM Magazine
Writer: Alice Martin
Contributors: Silvia Pikal, Ryan Bergen


People First
Convenience Store News Canada
Writer: Chris Daniels
Contributor: Michelle Warren, editor; Jackie Shipley, art director


Call and Response
Pivot
Writer: Charnel Anderson
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor


Best Cover / Meilleure page couverture

Gold / Médaille d’or

All Systems Go
Canadian Grocer
Contributors: Jackie Shipley, art director; Shellee Fitzgerald, editor-in-chief; Kristin Laird, managing editor

Couverture du magazine Canadian Grocer de mai 2024 présentant Michon Williams, directrice de la technologie chez Walmart Canada, avec le titre "ALL SYSTEMS GO".

A strong, well-executed cover from Canadian Grocer, with a dynamic main story that would interest the audience and two secondary story cover lines that promise good value. The photo and design is engaging and succesfully utilize the Walmart brand colours while reinforcing the systems and tech angle of the story.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Alarm Call: What the birds are telling us about climate change

Western Alumni Magazine
Contributors: Althea Blackburn-Evans, publisher; Marcia Steyaert, editor-in-chief; Paul Fraumeni, senior editor; Raj Grainger, design/art direction; Amanda Jackman, assistant editor; Trista Walker, assistant editor; Melinda Josie, illustrator; Kurt Kleiner, writer


Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Indiescreen 2025: The role of a producer
Indiescreen
Contributors: Andrew Addison, editor; Kyle Schruder RGD, creative direction; Daniel Ehrenworth, photography, Carly Williams, Account Manager 


On The Front Lines
Pivot
Contributors: Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Dan Parsons, art director


Best Art Direction of a Complete Issue / Meilleur direction artistique d’un numéro

Gold / Médaille d’or

Issue 42: Living Ahead of the Curve
Experience
Contributors: Douglas Coupland, Canadian artist; Guillaume Plisson, photographer; Anna Minzhulina, art director; Anna Minzhulina, design

Couverture du magazine Experience de Bombardier, mettant en avant des motifs graphiques stylisés et le titre 'Living Ahead of the Curve'.

The clean, understated elegance of Experience magazine’s design elevates the content for an indulgent reader experience. Every page—from multi-spread features to corporate information departments—is a consistent, high-end visual pleasure.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Spring 2024: AI Everywhere
University of Toronto Magazine
Contributors: Vanessa Wyse, creative director, Studio Wyse; Lucinda Wallace, associate creative director, Studio Wyse; Hannah Browne, senior designer, Studio Wyse

Couverture du magazine University of Toronto montrant le titre "AI EVERYWHERE" avec un motif graphique moderne sur un fond noir, indiquant le thème de l'intelligence artificielle.

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

March/April 2024
AZURE
Contributors: Elizabeth Pagliacolo, editor; Brian Wong, art director; Kendra Jackson, deputy editor; Eric Mutrie, Stefan Novakovic, senior editors; Sydney Shilling, associate editor; Sophie Sobol, editorial assistant; Conner Palomba, senior digital designer; Tori Rapp, junior designer; David Dick-Agnew, copy editor



Supply Crunch: Fall 2024
Pivot
Contributors: Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Dan Parsons, art director; Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor; Cassandre Cadieux, managing editor; Douglas Dunlop, publisher


On The Front Lines: Winter 2024
Pivot
Contributors: Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Dan Parsons, art director; Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor; Cassandre Cadieux, managing editor; Douglas Dunlop, publisher


November–December 2024
University Affaires / Affaires universitaires
Contributor: Edward Swan, art director


Alarm Call: What the birds are telling us about climate change

Western Alumni Magazine
Contributors: Althea Blackburn-Evans, publisher; Marcia Steyaert, editor-in-chief; Paul Fraumeni, senior editor; Raj Grainger, design/art direction; Amanda Jackman, assistant editor; Trista Walker, assistant editor

Best Podcast / Meilleur balado

Gold / Médaille d’or

Logo design for 'The Academic Issue' featuring a red tassel on a textured background.

The Academic Issue
University Affairs
Contributors: Kate Kenyon, producer/digital content creator, University Affairs; Mike Felhaber, audio producer, FEL Creative


Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Franchise Canada Chats
Franchise Canada
Contributor: Daniel McIntosh, Content Producer


Campus à la lune
Affaires universitaires
Collaborateurs : Mohamed Berrada, producteur/rédacteur en chef adjoint francophone, Affaires universitaires


Best Editorial Newsletter / Meilleure infolettre éditoriale

Gold / Médaille d’or

Franchise Canada E-News
Franchise Canada
Contributor: Daniel McIntosh, content producer

Logos of Franchise Canada E-News and Canadian Franchise Association, showcasing branding elements and color palettes.

The CFA’s newsletter deserves its gold recognition as it features engaging content with diverse topics that cater to a broad audience, enhancing relevance to and engagement with its many subscribers. It also welcomes feedback from the community, creating a clear sense of belonging for its readership.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

CIM Magazine Weekly Recap
CIM Magazine
Contributors: Ashley Fish-Robertson, Silvia Pikal, Ailbhe Goodbody, Ryan Bergen, Michele Beacom


Environmental Science & Engineering Magazine eNewsletter
Environmental Science & Engineering Magazine
Contributors: David Nesseth, Peter Davey


Best Editorial Package / Meilleur dossier thématique

Gold / Médaille d’or

AI Everywhere
University of Toronto Magazine
Contributors: Scott Anderson, editor; Vanessa Wyse, creative director, Studio Wyse; Hannah Browne, senior designer, Studio Wyse; Lucinda Wallace, associate creative director, Studio Wyse; Seba Cestaro, illustrator; Risto Avramovski, illustrator; Cynthia Macdonald, writer; Dan Falk, writer; Kurt Kleiner, writer; Adina Bresge, writer

Couverture du magazine University of Toronto, numéro de printemps 2024, présentant un design graphique audacieux avec des mots "AI EVERYWHERE" sur fond noir, symbolisant l'impact de l'intelligence artificielle.

As the debate over human skill versus AI intensifies, Studio Wyse has crafted a thoughtful and unique magazine for the University of Toronto—one that only a human could create.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

Humber River Health magazine
Contributors: Bryan Borzykowski, Glynis Ratcliffe, Mark Brown, Erik Mohr, Megan Drummond, Marikha Saira Christina Kim

Couverture du magazine Humber River Health avec le titre 'Care Closer to Home', mettant en vedette deux femmes souriantes dans un café, symbolisant la communauté et le soutien.

ALLCAPS has given Humber River Health a wonderful package that transforms their work into content that is engaging, informative, and a pleasure to read.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables


Grocery Wars
Pivot
Contributors: Andrew Raven, writer; Emily Johnson, consultant; Sylvain Charlebois, consultant; Richard Baker, consultant; David-Alexandre Brassard, consultant; Farhana Janmohamed, consultant; Paul Ferriss, editor; Alex Correa, editor; Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Dan Parsons, art director; Cassandre Cadieux, managing editor; Douglas Dunlop, publisher


The Saving Time Issue
The Medical Post
Contributors: Kylie Taggart, Louise Leger, Abigail Cukier, Dr. Ginevra Mills


Best Issue / Meilleure numéro

Gold / Médaille d’or

Spring 2024
Western Alumni Magazine
Contributors: Althea Blackburn-Evans, publisher; Marcia Steyaert, editor-in-chief; Paul Fraumeni, senior editor; Raj Grainger, design/art direction; Amanda Jackman, assistant editor; Trista Walker, assistant editor

Not only does the spring 2024 issue of Western Alumni Magazine tackle some of the most pressing topics of the day, the storytelling, art, and layout design portrays each long feature and many short features in an innovative and captivating way. It seems that no corners were cut and no templates used; this issue is a total delight and the result of deep editorial thought, artful execution, and well-spent effort.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

November/December 2024
AZURE
Contributors: Elizabeth Pagliacolo, editor; Brian Wong, art director; Kendra Jackson, deputy editor; Eric Mutrie, Stefan Novakovic, senior editor; Sydney Shilling, associate editor; Sophie Sobol, editorial assistant; Conner Palomba, senior digital designer; Tori Rapp, junior designer; David Dick-Agnew, copy editor

Couverture du magazine AZURE présentant le titre 'From the Roots Up' avec des éléments végétaux et architecturaux, intitulé comme le numéro sur le climat.

The AZURE November/December 2024 issue embodies a clean yet thought-provoking line-up of stories and designs. Taking the theme of climate change, the issue holds a great mixture of tactical and enlightening elements to further readers’ understanding of this important topic.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

Humber River Health magazine
Contributors: Bryan Borzykowski, Glynis Ratcliffe, Mark Brown, Erik Mohr, Megan Drummond, Marikha Saira, Christina Kim


Indiescreen 2025
Contributors: Andrew Addison, editor-in-chief; Gamiela Fereg, contributing editor; Lisa Svadjian, contributor and copy editor; Kyle Schruder RGD, creative direction; Daniel Ehrenworth, cover photography; Raila Gutman, Tracy Holloway, Jakub Jasinski, Tracey Friesen, Kristi Alexandra, contributors, Carly Williams, Account Manager 


On The Front Lines: Winter 2024
Pivot
Contributors: Paul Ferriss, editor; Adam Cholewa, senior art director; Alex Correa, editor; Dan Parsons, art director; Cassandre Cadieux, managing editor; Douglas Dunlop, publisher


September-October 2024
University Affairs / Affaires universitaires
Contributors: Deborah Morrison, publisher; Daniel Halton, editor; Tara Siebarth, deputy editor; Edward Thomas Swan, art director; Hannah Liddle, assistant editor; Kate Kenyon, digital content creator; Mohamed Berrada, francophone associate editor; Marie-Lou Bernatchez, francophone journalist


Enough: A systemic crisis calls for radical change
Western Alumni Magazine
Contributors: Althea Blackburn-Evans, publisher; Marcia Steyaert, editor-in-chief; Paul Fraumeni, senior editor; Raj Grainger, design/art direction; Amanda Jackman, assistant editor; Trista Walker, assistant editor

Best Website / Meilleur site Web

Gold / Médaille d’or

Precedent Magazine
Contributors: Melissa Kluger, publisher; Daniel Fish, editor

Logo de Precedent sur fond rouge.

Precedent Magazine’s website stands out for its sleek design, engaging content and seamless blend of legal industry insights with lifestyle coverage. Its user-friendly navigation and award-winning journalism make it a must-visit resource for modern legal professionals.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Silver / Médaille d’argent

University Affairs / Affaires universitaires
Contributors: Deborah Morrison, publisher; Daniel Halton, editor; Tara Siebarth, deputy editor; Edward Thomas Swan, art director; Hannah Liddle, assistant editor; Kate Kenyon, digital content creator; Mohamed Berrada, francophone associate editor; Marie-Lou Bernatchez, francophone journalist; Rain Digital

Logo de University Affairs avec le texte "University Affairs" et "Affaires universitaires" en noir et rouge sur un fond clair.

University Affairs‘ website deserves recognition for its clean design, intuitive navigation and in-depth coverage of Canada’s higher education landscape. With well-organized sections, readers are able to find what they are looking for—and more.

—NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables

University of Toronto Magazine
Contributors: Scott Anderson, editor; Sally Choi, administrative and editorial coordinator; Vanessa Wyse, creative director


Western Alumni Magazine
Contributors: Western University, Raj Grainger, Matthew Warland

Best Brand / Meilleure marque

Gold / Médaille d’or

Pharmacy Practice + Business demonstrated impressive brand engagement with its audience through a vast array of services, resources and community-building activities. From time-saving resources for clinicians to an awards program and continuing education, the Pharmacy Practice + Business brand delivered.

— NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables


Best Magazine / Meilleur magazine

Gold / Médaille d’or

Western Alumni Magazine stands out with its compelling storytelling, innovative design, and deep engagement with its readership. The magazine celebrates Western University’s global impact while setting a new standard for alumni publications — blending modern, creative design with meaningful on-campus reporting that redefines what an alumni magazine can be.

— NMA: B2B Jury

Honourable Mentions / Mentions honourables



Remerciements

La FPMC tient à remercier ses donateurs gouvernementaux : le gouvernement du Canada, le Conseil des arts de l’Ontario et Ontario Créatif.

Nous remercions tout particulièrement le directeur de la création Erik Mohr, la graphiste Christina Kim et leur équipe de Made by Emblem, qui ont créé les superbes visuels de cette année.

Soutenir notre action

En tant qu’organisme de bienfaisance, la  Fondation des prix pour les médias canadiens a pour mission de reconnaître, d’encourager et de promouvoir l’excellence dans la création de contenu imprimé et numérique au Canada. La Fondation produit trois programmes de prix distincts et bilingues : les Prix du magazine canadien, les Prix d’excellence en publication numérique, et les Prix du magazine canadien : B2B. Vous pouvez nous aider à soutenir notre important travail en faisant un don aujourd’hui par l’entremise de CanadaDon. Les dons ont un impact direct sur notre capacité à servir le secteur de l’édition de magazines par le biais de programmes de prix et d’activités de développement professionnel. Vous recevrez un reçu fiscal pour tout don de 25 dollars ou plus. Nous vous remercions de votre soutien!day through Canada Helps. Donations have a direct impact on our ability to serve the magazine publishing sector through award programs and professional development activities. You’ll receive a tax receipt for any donation of $25 or more. Thank you for your support!