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Bienvenue sur la page des Prix d’excellence de l’Alliance Médias Jeunesse. Le concours et le gala ont lieu annuellement en mai et en alternance entre Montréal et Toronto.

Le prochain Gala aura lieu le 28 mai 2025 à Toronto.

Annuellement en décembre, l‘AMJ lance les inscriptions pour les prochains prix d’excellence. Le concours est ouvert aux productions jeunesse canadiennes dont la langue originale est le français lorsque tenue à Montréal, et l’anglais lorsque tenue à Toronto, et qui ont été diffusées au Canada entre 1er janvier et le 31 décembre des 2 années précédentes.

Consultez les sections de mise en nominations et du Gala pour plus de détails. Rendez-vous sur le page du site de l’AMJ pour soumettre et gérer vos candidatures. Les règlements et conditions sont disponibles sur le site. La date limite pour recevoir les inscriptions aux prix d’excellence est en février.

Les prix d’excellence anglophones sont rendus possibles grâce au soutien de CBC/Radio-Canada.

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Ticket Purchase 

Ticket sales will begin in April.

TICKET PRICES :

  • Member : $199 / ticket only, $299 / ticket + $100 donation
  • Non-member : $299 / ticket only, $399$ / ticket + $100 donation

  • Administrative fees: 5% extra

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The Hosts

The Youth Media Alliance (YMA) is thrilled to announce that Taran Kim and Angela Son, stars of Gangnam Project, will host the 2025 YMA Awards of Excellence Gala. The highly anticipated event will take place at CBC’s Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto on May 28, 2025, celebrating the best in Canadian youth media.

Taran Kim, best known for his role as Leo in Gangnam Project, is a Toronto-based performer with a deep passion for the stage and screen. His experience spans musical theatre, with standout roles in Rock of Ages in Toronto and Anne of Green Gables at the Charlottetown Festival. Whether acting, singing, or dancing, Taran brings a vibrant energy and charisma that captivates audiences.

 

 

Joining him is Angela Son, a rising star making waves in the entertainment industry. Known for her role as Sun Hee in Gangnam Project, Angela is not only a talented actress but also an accomplished dancer. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Toronto Metropolitan University, she has trained with top Toronto dance programs, including Footnotes and Doomsday, and is now expanding her creative expression on screen.

 

Together, Taran and Angela promise to bring fresh energy, charm, and excitement to the Gala stage, making this an unforgettable evening for the youth media community.

Moreover, the gala will be written by Daniel Fernandes, a talented kids’ TV host, writer, director, and digital media producer.

 

Special Award - Outstanding Performance

Given for a distinguished career in youth production in Canada, this prestigious prize salutes the individual’s contributions to the industry, leadership skills, ability to innovate and inspire and career-long commitment to young Canadians. 

Marney Malabar is an acclaimed industry leader, dedicated to producing educational content where every child feels seen and represented on screen. As the former Creative Head of TVOkids, Marney greenlit local and international co-productions in an ever-evolving digital space helping children succeed both inside and outside the classroom.  
 
As an Executive Producer, Marney has earned over forty national and international awards including Daytime Emmys, Canadian Screen Awards, Prix Jeunesse International, the Japan Prize, Youth Media Award of Excellence, as well as a Juno nomination for Children’s Album of the Year. During her tenure as a staff producer at TVO, she won an International Emmy in 1996 for the International Day of Children’s Programming, as well as a Canadian Gemini Award in 2004, 2009, and 2011. 

In 2017, Marney earned her Master of Education from the University of Toronto. Now, as a consultant, she continues to collaborate with creators worldwide, developing compelling and inclusive media that captivates young audiences everywhere. 

True to her “Just Say YES!” philosophy, Marney is currently embarking on her latest adventure - an 800-kilometer trek along the legendary Camino Francés in Spain. 

 

Special Award - Emerging Talent

This award is given to a promising professional whose achievements have made her a rising star in children’s programming. This award encourages young creators and broadcast professionals to outdo themselves and, more importantly, to pursue a career in youth production. 

Lindsay Lee is a talented writer-producer and a founding partner of Gazelle Automations, a film production company specializing in puppetry, miniatures, and animation. 
 
Gazelle has gained recognition in the UK for its work on ITV's Thunderbirds: The Anniversary Episodes. She is the co-creator and writer of Miikshi, an acclaimed series that won the 2023 Kidscreen Award for Best Original Web Series, and 2022 WIFT-T Toronto Best Writing Award, and was a nominee for the 2023 YMA Award for Best Live-Action Program (Preschool). 

In 2024, she launched GoTogo, a series produced for CBC. It is truly remarkable that Lindsay has built her own production company, carving out a space for herself in the industry and bringing high-quality children's content to life through her vision, creativity, and determination.  

 

Tribute - APTN

At the 2025 YMA Awards of Excellence, the YMA will pay tribute to APTN in honor of its 25th anniversary. 

APTN has played an essential role in fostering and amplifying Indigenous voices in media, including high-quality content for children and youth. Your leadership and the network’s commitment to authentic and diverse storytelling have made a lasting impact on the industry and the next generation of media consumers. We believe this milestone deserves recognition among the creators and industry leaders gathered for the YMA Awards of Excellence.

Monika Ille, CEO, will join us that evening to accept this tribute on behalf of APTN.

This will be followed by an interactive performance of the All Nations Juniors Youth Drum Group: drum,chant, dance and lots of fun !

Founded in 2012, All Nations Juniors is a youth drum group based in Tkaronto that performs a blend of traditional and contemporary styles. The group emerged out of Toronto Council Fire’s Little Embers Youth program, comprised of youth from many different Nations, including Dakota, Anishinaabe, Chippewa, Cree, and Haudenosaunee, as well as invited non-Indigenous — thus, All Nations.

Descriptions des catégories, prix d'excellence anglophones

Best Program 
(Live Action Scripted, Live Action Non-Scripted and Animation) 

Juries of youth production professionals grant these awards to children’s and youth programs that stand out for their excellence. The categories are: Live Action Scripted, Live Action Non-Scripted and Animation for each age group (Preschool 3-5, Ages 6-9 and Ages 9+)  

 

Best Gaming or Interactive Experiences 
(Apps, web games, interactive experiences, website, etc.) 
Awarded by our juries of industry professionals, these prizes go to the best digital production intended for interactive platforms. The production will have demonstrated the ability to create an environment and experience specific to its target audience and platform. The chosen production provides an enriched, intelligent environment fostering user engagement and active participation.  

 

Best Short Form Content 
(Webseries, linear videos, interstitials or any narrative of less than 5 minutes in length intended for transmission on a linear television network or digital streaming platform) 

Awarded by our juries of industry professionals, these 3 new prizes go to the best short form content webseries, linear videos, interstitials or any narrative of less than 5 minutes in length intended for transmission on a linear television network or digital streaming platform for each age group (Preschool 3-5, Ages 6-9 and Ages 9+). The content can be animated, live-action or hybrid. The chosen production stands out for its excellence – more specifically the quality of its pace and editing, its ability to reach its target audience, and a script or content well adapted to the intended platform and audience.  

 

Best Podcast 
(Digital audio files that audiences can download on personal devices or stream from web pages. They are episodic series of shows, fictional or educational targeting kids’ audiences) 

Juries of youth production professionals grant this new award to children’s and youth podcast that stand out for their excellence. Any fiction or non-fiction programs or series of digital audio files that kids can download and listen to. Entries must include one MP3 file for judging.  

 

Outstanding Youth Performer 

This award is designed to spotlight an under-18 individual performer of performers in the industry that uses their unique youth entertainment skill and influence to inspire positive change. They are influential with youth and stand out for their talent in performing, and their uniqueness, audacity, and positive presence on multiple platforms. 

 

Outstanding Youth Ensemble 

This award is designed to spotlight an under-18 individual ensemble of performers in the industry that uses their unique youth entertainment skill and influence to inspire positive change. They are influential with youth and stand out for their talent in performing, and their uniqueness, audacity, and positive presence on multiple platforms. 

Outstanding Achievement Award 
Awarded by a special committee. Given for a distinguished career in youth production in Canada, this prestigious prize salutes the individual’s contributions to the industry, leadership skills, ability to innovate and inspire and career-long commitment to young Canadians.  

 

Emerging Talent Award 
Awarded by a special committee. This award is given to a promising professional whose achievements have made them a rising star in children’s programming. This award encourages young creators and broadcast professionals to outdo themselves and, more importantly, to pursue a career in youth production.  

 

Best Narrative Film 

(Outstanding Achievement in Short or Feature-Length Productions) 

This award recognizes excellence in shorts and feature films productions in animation or live-action, aimed at children and youth audiences. Eligible entries must demonstrate exceptional storytelling, technical artistry, and the ability to captivate and engage their target demographic. The winning feature will stand out for its originality, production quality, and impact on its audience. 

 

Best One-Off Special 

(Exceptional Standalone Programming) 

This award celebrates outstanding single-episode or standalone content created for children and youth. Eligible productions must excel in narrative structure, visual execution, and audience appeal. The winning entry will be recognized for its ability to deliver a memorable and impactful experience within a single program or special. 

 

Best Host(s) or On-Air Personality of the Year 

(Excellence in Hosting for Children and Youth Programming) 

This award honors a host who brings energy, charisma, and authenticity to children’s and youth programming. The winner demonstrates an exceptional ability to connect with their audience, guide narratives, and enhance the overall viewing experience. Hosting contributions must reflect creativity, professionalism, and positive influence. 

The nominees are ....

Prix d’excellence pour Program, Live Action Non-Scripted (Preschool, Ages 3-5)

  • I Love My Name! - The Fabulous Show with Fay and Fluffy – produit par Lopii Productions Inc; diffusé sur Family Jr
  • Turtle - Indigenous Art Adventures – produit par APTN; diffusé sur  APTN

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Live Action Non-Scripted (Ages 6-9)

  • I Dream of Ballet - Dream It To Be It – produit par Lopii Productions Inc; diffusé sur  TVO, Knowledge Network
  • Anja - Green Squad – produit par Apartment 11 Productions; diffusé sur  TVOKids
  • Ironworker - Trading Skills – produit par Riverbank Pictures; diffusé sur  TVO
  • If You Say So - Old Enough – produit par Blue Ant Studios, diffusé sur TVO, Rogers

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Live Action Non-Scripted (Ages 9+)

  • The Barren Grounds - David A. Robertson - Ainara's Bookshelf – produit par Turtlebox Productions; diffusé sur  TVOKids, marbleKids
  • What's In a Frame - Media Stamped – produit par Sinking Ship Entertainment; diffusé sur Telus Optik
  • Pickleball - 604 - All Round Champion - Season 6 – produit par Blue Ant Studios; diffusé sur TVO, BYUtv, Knowledge Network, PCCW Media

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Live Action Scripted (Preschool, Ages 3-5)

  • Bunny Family Wedding - Mittens & Pants – produit par Windy Isle Entertainment; diffusé sur CBC
  • The Case of the Uncompromising Community – Wordsville – produit par Sinking Ship Entertainment; diffusé sur TVOKids, WNET
  • Odd Ones In - Odd Squad – produit par Sinking Ship Entertainment, BBC Studios Kids and Family; diffusé sur TVOKids, PBS, BBC

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Live Action Scripted (Ages 6-9)

  • Chickenosaurus Rex pr 1 - Dino Dex – produit par Sinking Ship Entertainment; diffusé sur TVOKids, Amazon Prime, Knowledge Kids, SRC
  • Ursus Maritimus – Jane – produit par Sinking Ship Entertainment; diffusé sur Apple TV+
  • Siblings - I Woke Up A Vampire – produit par WildBrain; diffusé sur Family Channel, Netflix

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Live Action Scripted (Ages 9+)

  • Help Jess - Louise Lives Large – produit par Tailored Films, Vérité Films, Storyhouse; diffusé sur Family Channel
  • The Wedding - Malory Towers – produit par WildBrain, King Bert; diffusé sur Family Channel, CBBC, BYUtv
  • Feels Like Home - Beyond Black Beauty – produit par Sinking Ship Entertainment, Leif Films; diffusé sur Amazon Prime, Family Channel
  • The Day the Music Schneid (103) - Davey & Jonesie’s Locker – produit par Blue Ant Studios; diffusé sur Amazon Prime, Hulu

Prix d’excellence pour Best Gaming or Interactive Experience

Prix d’excellence, Outstanding Youth Ensemble

  • Wordsville Cast - Sinking Ship Entertainment
  • Davey & Jonesie’s Locker Cast - Blue Ant Studios
  • All Round Champion - Season 6 - Cast - Blue Ant Studios

Prix d’excellence, Outstanding Youth Performer

  • Michela Luci - Dino Dex - Sinking Ship Entertainment
  • Ava Louise Murchison - Jane - Sinking Ship Entertainment
  • Ellora Lopez - Rosie's Rules - 9 Story Media, Brown Bag Films

Prix d’excellence pour pour Best Program, Short Form Content (Preschool, Ages 3-5)

  • Hopscotch - Jeremy and Jazzy – produit par Vérité Films; diffusé sur CBC
  • Starstruck - Silly Paws – produit par CBC Kids; diffusé sur CBC
  • The Art Show / Giving Feels Good / Bathtime for Harry - Happy Place – produit par Imagine Create Media Inc.; diffusé sur TVO
  • Eitan and Kristen - Let's Be Friends – produit par Little Engine Moving Pictures; diffusé sur Vimeo

Prix d’excellence pour pour Best Program, Short Form Content (Ages 6-9+)

  • 104 - Clem - Armadillo Avalanche – produit par Blue Ant Studios; diffusé sur Distribution 360 Inc.
  • Stand-Alone Short Video - Benjamin Ojo – produit par Little Engine Moving Pictures; diffusé sur Vimeo
  • Getting Your First Betta Fish - Street Cents – produit par CBC Kids; diffusé sur CBC

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Animation (Preschool, Ages 3-5)

  • Understanding Tina – Caillou – produit par IoM Media Ventures Inc.; diffusé sur WildBrain Television Inc.
  • Lights! Camera! Save Eagle Creek! - Luna, Chip & Inkie: Adventure Rangers Go – produit par Knowledge Network, Epic Story Media, TFO, Canada Media Fund, Shaw Rocket Fund; diffusé sur Knowledge Kids, KidoodleTV, YipeeTV, Apple TV+
  • Sleepover Party Pooper / Great Growl-Mom - Let's Go, Bananas! – produit par 9 Story Media Group, Brown Bag Films; diffusé sur CBC
  • A Big Friend for Little Sadie - Dino Ranch – produit par Boat Rocker, Industrial Brothers; diffusé sur CBC

Prix d’excellence pour Best Program, Animation (Ages 6-9+)

  • Episode 1 - Butterfly Tale – produit par Les Productions Carpediem (BT) Inc; diffusé sur CRAVE
  • Episode 1 – SuperKlaus – produit par PVP Media; diffusé sur Family Channel
  • A Star is Born - Interstellar Ella – produit par Apartment 11 Productions, Fabrique Fantastique; diffusé sur TVOKids, Knowledge Kids
  • Pirates of the Cabbage'an - Total Drama Island – produit par Fresh TV Inc.; diffusé sur Cartoon Network

Prix d’excellence pour Best Narrative Film or One-Off Special

  • Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin – produit par WildBrain; diffusé sur Apple TV+
  • Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie – produit par WildBrain; diffusé sur Apple TV+
  • Strawberry Shortcake and the Beast of Berry Bog – produit par WildBrain; diffusé sur Family Jr, Netflix
  • Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe – produit par Blue Ant Studios, Hawkeye Pictures, Prime Video, CBC; diffusé sur Amazon Prime Video

Prix d’excellence, Best Hosts or On-Air Personality of the year

  • Ainara Alleyne (Ainara's Bookshelf)
  • Fay and Fluffy (The Fabulous Show with Fay and Fluffy)
  • Éric Arsenault, Shakira Botticelli, Sigfried Hemming, Kyle Meagher, Lisa Pryce (Green Squad)

Program

To come

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Schedule

To be confirmed shortly

6:00 p.m: Cocktail

7:30 p.m.: Awards of Excellence Gala

9:00 pm: Closing ceremony

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