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2024 applications closed: CBC Indigenous Pathways to Journalism program

Applications for CBC's Indigenous Pathways to Journalism program 2024 are closed. We’re seeking candidates for this paid, full-time, 9-month opportunity for First Nations, Inuit and Métis candidates who want to develop practical skills as storytellers at CBC.

Candidates should be curious, interested in storytelling and passionate about their community

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Applications for CBC's Indigenous Pathways to Journalism program for 2024-25 are closed. Placements for successful candidates will begin in September 2024 and end in June 2025. 

This paid, full-time, 9-month learning and development opportunity supports First Nations, Inuit or Métis candidates to hone their skills as storytellers at CBC, the national public broadcaster.

Now in its third year, Indigenous Pathways provides journalism training, career development support, and work experience. Applicants do not require journalism education or experience to apply.

Host locations for this third cohort are:
  1. Halifax
  2. Iqaluit / Yellowknife / Whitehorse
  3. Regina / Saskatoon
  4. Toronto (CBC Radio)
  5. Toronto (CBC Kids)
  6. Winnipeg
  7. Vancouver

In this program, participants will:

  • Develop skills and tools for advancing a career in journalism and storytelling
  • Explore multi-platform storytelling through writing, images and sound (i.e., digital, television and radio/podcasts)
  • Create stories that connect with Indigenous audiences and reflect diverse perspectives
  • Grow relationships with, and be supported by, mentors, trainers, peers, and Indigenous CBC colleagues
  • Gain valuable professional experience working at CBC, the national public broadcaster, in journalism and storytelling


CBC Indigenous Pathways is for you if:
  • You are an aspiring First Nations, Inuit or Métis journalist
  • You have a deep interest in multimedia storytelling
  • You are connected to your community and passionate about its stories
  • You want to gain practical, hands-on experience working at CBC.

For more information about the program, please visit the FAQ page or email us at pathwaystojournalism@cbc.ca.