Position Title

CAPE - CBC Sports Researcher (English Services)

Status Of Employment

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement

English

Language Skills

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance.

Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

CBC ABILICREW PLACEMENTS FOR EXCELLENCE PROGRAM

Job title: CAPE - CBC Sports Researcher

This role described below is part of CBC’s CAPE program which is specifically for people with disabilities*. CAPE is a six-month paid placement program that aims to kick‑start the careers of people with disabilities, eliminate barriers to employment, showcase individual talents and generate more discussion, learning and content related to disability, accessibility and inclusion.

The program will run from January 11 until June 25, 2027.

- You must self‑identify as a person with a disability*.
- You must have no prior long‑term work experience with the CBC.
- You must be able to work legally in Canada.
- You must be available for the assigned workweek during the program, to be discussed during the interview process (up to 38.75 hours-some roles have more flexibility).
- The Accessible Canada Act definition of disability: “means any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment—or a functional limitation—whether permanent, temporary or episodic in nature, or evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier,



hinders a person’s full and equal participation in society.”

Please note by applying for this role you give consent to be recognized as a “CAPE participant” and as identifying as a person with a disability. No further information will be shared without your permission.

This position offers accommodation opportunities such as telework/remote and flexible schedules. However the role is based in Toronto.

Part of the CAPE program includes attending weekly online group meetings with other CAPE participants. These meetings will be scheduled with your manager’s approval.

Your Role And How You Will Make An Impact

As a Researcher within CBC Sports you will gather and assist in the production and distribution of content related to CBC Sports broadcast, Olympic Features and Digital content. The ideal candidate will have a background/education in broadcast media or journalism.

We Are Looking For a Candidate With The Following

- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to solve problems independently and in group discussions.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to take direction and find solutions to production challenges.
- Understanding of and interest in sports, both high performance (Olympics) and professional.
- Demonstrated writing, research and fact checking skills.
- Openness to current ideas and approaches.
- Ability to work to deadlines in a sometimes stressful environment.
- Strong team player.
- Basic video and editing skills are an asset.
- Photography and Photoshop skills are an asset.
- Graduation from Community College with a diploma in Radio and Television Arts, or the equivalent is an asset.
- Bilingualism is an asset.

What You’ll Do

- Seek out and obtain audio and/or visual elements for programming and production. If necessary, negotiate, within established parameters, the acquisition of audio and/or visual material from internal or external suppliers.
- Participate in editorial meetings, pitch and research ideas;
- Assist in developing content, including writing, researching, and/or editing;
- Seek out

📌 CAPE - CBC Sports Researcher (English Services) (Toronto)
🏢 Radio-Canada
📍 Toronto