Saron Gebresellassi Establishes $2,500 National Scholarship for Ethical Journalism

Gebresellassi Private Office opens the award to university students in journalism, communications and media across Canada; first round closes February 1, 2027.

MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, November 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gebresellassi Private Office today announced the Gebresellassi National Journalism Scholarship, a $2,500 award recognizing students committed to ethical journalism and rigorous verification. It is open to students enrolled in, or admitted to, a journalism, communications or media program at any Canadian college or university. Students at the University of Toronto, McGill University and the University of British Columbia are among those eligible.

Applicants submit an original essay of up to 750 words, in English or French, on one of seven published themes; full eligibility details appear on the scholarship page. The award may be granted in the first round, which closes February 1, 2027, so early applicants have the best chance.

"Public trust in journalism is built one verified fact at a time," said Saron Gebresellassi, J.D., M.Ed., B.A., N.P. "We created this award to recognize students who hold themselves to the highest standards of accuracy and ethics, and to support them early in their careers."

The scholarship is offered independently by The Office and is open to students in every province and territory.

Full details and the application: gebresellassi.com/scholarship
En français : gebresellassi.com/bourse

About Gebresellassi Private Office

Gebresellassi Private Office is an interdisciplinary office founded by Saron Gebresellassi, J.D., M.Ed., B.A., N.P., and advised by Dr. Rosenberg.

By Invitation.

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