Radio Television Digital News Association Awards Gala 2025
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Venue: Chestnut Conference Centre
89 Chestnut St, Toronto, ON M5G 1R1
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the very best in Canadian journalism.
The 2025 Radio Television Digital News Association Awards Gala marks a new chapter as we gather at the newly renovated Chestnut Conference Centre in the heart of downtown Toronto. With its modern, stylish atmosphere, this refreshed venue offers the perfect setting to honour excellence in broadcast and digital journalism from coast to coast.
More than 250 journalists, editors, producers, and media leaders from across Canada are expected to attend this national celebration. From coast to coast, we’ll recognize the power of journalism to inform, challenge, and inspire.
This year’s gala builds on the momentum of last year’s sold-out event. Our revamped sponsorship opportunities provide brands with more visibility, hands-on engagement, and immersive activation options—connecting you directly with Canada’s top media professionals.
Evening Program:
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Cocktail Reception
6:00 – 7:00 PM: Bear Pit Session – Unfiltered dialogue with Canada’s leading newsmakers
7:15 – 10:00 PM: Dinner & Awards Presentation
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Cocktail Reception
6:00 – 7:00 PM: Bear Pit Session – Unfiltered dialogue with Canada’s leading newsmakers
7:15 – 10:00 PM: Dinner & Awards Presentation
Whether you’re joining as a nominee, guest, or sponsor, the RTDNA Awards Gala is your opportunity to celebrate journalistic excellence and connect with the leaders shaping the future of news in Canada.
Be part of the celebration!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner Sponsor $15,000
Included in this level of sponsorship:
- Sixteen (16) dinner tickets (2 reserved tables of 8)
- Logo on all Email Blasts
- Logo on Gala webpage with hyperlink to your company
- Logo on all sponsor signage
Choose one:
- Ability to provide commercial/ video (2 min. or less) to play during event live stream
- Opportunity to provide video teaser for social media
- Recognition on Sponsor PowerPoint loop
Centrepiece Sponsor
- Branded centrepieces
Welcome Sponsor - - SOLD
- Welcome Entrance signage/Lit Column signage with decals
- Logo on Welcome Drink ticket for all guests
- Directional Signage with logo in foyer
Opening Reception Bar Sponsor - SOLD
- Custom Bar with feature logo decal
- Decals/signage on Cruiser tables
- Custom cocktail Napkins
Gold Sponsor $10,000
Included in this level of sponsorship:
- Eight (8) dinner tickets (1 reserved table of 8 for your company)
- Logo on all Email Blasts
- Logo on Gala webpage with hyperlink to your company
Choose one:
- Logo on all sponsor signage
- Recognition on Sponsor PowerPoint loop
Dessert Sponsor
- Custom chocolate logo
Audio Visual Sponsor
- Graphics/recognition on live stream
- Onsite signage
Double Double Sponsor
- Additional 8 dinner tickets (16 tickets total)
- Coffee Station signage in After Party
Bear Pit Sponsor - SOLD
- Ability to introduce bear pit
- Logo on coffee table signage
- 30 min VIP Mingle with panelists in advance
After Party Bevvy Bar - SOLD
- Custom Bar with feature logo decal
Registration Sponsor - SOLD
- Logo added to each registration e-confirmation
- Logo on registration desk directional signage
- Ability to provide company greeters at registration desk
Emerald Sponsor $6,000
Included in this level of sponsorship:
- Eight (8) dinner tickets (1 reserved table of 8 for your company)
- Logo on all Email Blasts
Choose one:
- Logo on Gala webpage with hyperlink to your company
- Recognition on Sponsor PowerPoint loop
Crafty Station
- Signage on craft beer station
- Logo on sample redemption ticket
After Party – Lounge
- Furniture and branding
After Party - Noodle Bar
- Signage at station
After Party - Sweet Tooth Station
- Branding on station
Silver Sponsor $3,500
Included in this level of sponsorship:
- Eight (8) dinner tickets (1 reserved table of 8 for your company)
- Logo on all Email Blasts
Choose one:
- Logo on Gala webpage with hyperlink to your company
- Recognition on Sponsor PowerPoint loop
Mocktail Madness Sponsor
- Signage on dispensers at cocktail reception
Opening Reception Entertainment Sponsor
- Signage near entertainer
Fun Photo Booth
- Signage near booth
- Logo on photo strip
After Party Entertainment Sponsor
Signage near entertainer
(if DJ, signage on counter)
Photo Gallery
- Logo on bottom of all digital photos
- Includes Candid photographer
- View Example Gallery
Bronze Sponsor $2,000
Included in this level of sponsorship:
- Eight (8) dinner tickets (1 reserved table for your company)
- Logo on all Email Blasts
- Logo on Gala webpage with hyperlink to your company
- Recognition on Sponsor PowerPoint loop
Friend of RTNDA Sponsor $1,000
Included in this level of sponsorship:
- 2 Dinner tickets
- Logo on all Email Blasts
- Logo on Gala webpage with hyperlink to your company
- Recognition on Sponsor PowerPoint loop
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