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In the news release, CJF-Edward Burtynsky Award for Climate Photojournalism goes to Jesse Winter, issued 04-Apr-2024 by The Canadian Journalism Foundation over CNW, we are advised by the organization that there have been additional media outlets listed in the first paragraph of the release. The complete, corrected release follows:

CJF-Edward Burtynsky Award for Climate Photojournalism goes to Jesse Winter

TORONTO, April 4, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) announced today that the CJF-Edward Burtynsky Award for Climate Photojournalism goes to Vancouver photojournalist Jesse Winter. Winter won for his series of stunning images from the frontlines of B.C.'s 2023 efforts to contain wildfires published in The Narwhal , The Globe and Mail, and CBC News, in Canada, as well as by Reuters internationally. The $5,000 award, launched in 2022 by the CJF in partnership with internationally renowned photographer and filmmaker Edward Burtynsky, celebrates provocative, impactful and inspirational climate photography.

"In Canada, wildfires are one of the most challenging outcomes of the climate crisis that we're facing as a country," says Burtynsky, who chaired the award jury. "Last year saw around nine times more than the annual wildfire average, with devastating effects on the Boreal forest ? the health of which is key to maintaining a stable climate.

"Jesse's photos take us into the heart of the battle and show how small a force we are against such a major event. It's a perspective on climate that many people have not seen, showing the profound consequences for both the forest and for the human beings living in its shadow."

An award-winning freelance photographer, Winter's work has taken him from north of the Arctic Circle to the mangrove forests of the Niger Delta. His recent work focuses primarily on social justice, the environment and government accountability. It has appeared in The Guardian, The Toronto Star, The National Post, The Ottawa Citizen, The Winnipeg Free Press, The Yukon News, Up Here Magazine and The Narwhal, among other publications.

Of the award-winning photos, juror Jason Chiu, a visual editor at the New York Times says: "This is the first time I'm seeing firefighting in this way in Canada -- up close and deeply personal -- and it's truly impressive. I can imagine the heat radiating out of the image surrounding the firefighter in the burning forest. Jesse's photos connect the viewer with those who are directly on the front lines, in their battle to protect both the land, property, themselves and the delicate ecosystem that supports it all." 

For tickets, tables and sponsorship opportunities, see contact information below or visit the CJF Awards page. The CJF-Edward Burtynsky Award for Climate Photojournalism jury members are:

Edward Burtynsky, chair;
Allie Rougeot, Toronto-based climate justice activist;
Jason Chiu, visual editor, The New York Times;
Hannah Yoon, photojournalist and 2014 Tom Hanson Photojournalism Award winner; and
Lucas Oleniuk, National Newspaper Award-winning photographer.

This award is generously supported by Marci McDonald and Clair Balfour,  Lisa Balfour Bowen and Sony Canada.

Winter will be recognized at the CJF Awards ceremony on June 12 at the Royal York Hotel, Toronto.

The 2024 CJF Awards are generously supported by Rogers Communications, Labatt Breweries of Canada, Canadian Medical Association, McCain Foods, Aritzia, BMO Financial Group, Intact, Sobeys, TD Bank Group, CBC/Radio-Canada, Canada Life, Canadian Bankers Association, FGS Longview Communications, KPMG, RBC, Accenture, Aga Khan Development Network, Apple Canada News, The Balsillie Family Foundation, Bennett Jones LLP, Canadian Women's Foundation, CDPQ, Davies, Loblaw Companies Ltd., Maple Leaf Foods, Tom's Place, and The Woodbridge Company Ltd.

Founded in 1990, The Canadian Journalism Foundation promotes, celebrates and facilitates excellence in journalism. The foundation runs a prestigious awards and fellowships program featuring an industry gala where news leaders, journalists and corporate Canada gather to celebrate outstanding journalistic achievement and the value of professional journalism. Through monthly J-Talks, a public speakers' series, the CJF facilitates dialogue among journalists, businesspeople, academics and students about the role of the media in Canadian society and the ongoing challenges for media in the digital era. The foundation also fosters opportunities for journalism education, training and research.

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SOURCE The Canadian Journalism Foundation