The Westender has received eight finalist nominations for the BC Yukon Community Newspaper Association’s 2016 Ma Murray Awards. The awards recognize all aspects of the newspaper industry, including production, publishing, reporting, editing, advertising, photography, website design and community contribution.
Kristyn Anthony earned a nomination for her feature story “Strutting for Hope”, which helped raise awareness about the plight of Canada’s LGBTQ refugees. Westender’s annual Pride issue was also recognized in the Special Section Award category.
Westender produced publications The Growler and The Alchemist were both nominated in the Special Publications category. Westender was also recognized in a number of advertising and promotional categories.
Winners will be announced at the Ma Murray Awards gala, May 7, 2016.
Feature Article Award, Over 25,000
Kristyn Anthony - Strutting for hope
Special Section Award, Over 25,000
Caryl Dolinko & Westender staff - Pride 2015
Special Publications Award, Over 25,000
Gail Nugent & Westender staff - The Alchemist
Stephen Smysnuik & Westender staff - The Growler
Newspaper Promotion Award
Tara Rafiq, Robert Mangelsdorf & Westender staff - Best of the City
Ad Campaign Award, Collaborative
Angela Meier & Westender staff - Denman Liquor Store
Ad Design Award, Over 25,000
Angela Meier & Westender staff - Greens Market
Tara Rafiq & Westender staff ‐ Orazio's Olive Oil
