Changing Narratives Fund

The Changing Narratives Fund (CNF) is an initiative of Canadian Heritage that supports diverse communities to share their stories and perspectives in the media and culture sectors in Canada. The CNF provides support for mentorship, training and professional development opportunities for diverse communities at all career stages. Funding under the CNF is delivered through three existing programs: the Canada Media Fund, the Local Journalism Initiative, and the Collective Initiatives component of the Canada Periodical Fund. The CNF is scheduled to sunset on 2027-03-31.

Support for mentorship, training and professional development opportunities; funding delivered via the Canada Media Fund, the Local Journalism Initiative, and the Collective Initiatives component of the Canada Periodical Fund.

Supports diverse communities (Indigenous, Black, racialized, ethno-religious minority, people with disabilities and 2SLGBTQI+ communities) and organizations in the Canadian media and culture sectors; provides opportunities at all career stages.