Clayton Seams Named Canadian Automotive Journalist of Year
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada honoured top media professionals at its annual awards ceremony.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Car Types
Clayton Seams has been named the Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada. The title was awarded during the organization's 43rd annual event held in Ontario.
Why it matters
These awards recognize excellence in automotive reporting and celebrate the contributions of journalists across the industry. The ceremony highlights professional achievements through a competitive evaluation process across multiple reporting disciplines.
The awards ceremony presented honours across 11 different journalism categories. This event marked the 43rd annual edition of the AJAC journalism awards.
The players
Clayton Seams
He is the recipient of the Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year award.
Automobile Journalists Association of Canada
This is a professional association that represents automotive journalists and presents annual industry awards.
Elle Alder
He is the runner-up for the Journalist of the Year award.
Garry Sowerby
He received the 2026 Tony Sloga Award for his contributions to automotive journalism.
Lisa Calvi
She received the 2026 Tony Sloga Award for her contributions to automotive journalism.
The details
Winners were determined by a panel of judges who evaluated professional submissions. The event, held at the Hockley Valley Resort, also featured lifetime achievement awards and recognition for specific contributors.
Timeline
October 22, 2026: The 43rd annual AJAC journalism awards ceremony took place.
October 23, 2026: Date of article publication.
Roadmap
These awards reflect the ongoing standard of professional automotive critique within the Canadian media landscape. The recognition of specific journalists underscores the continued importance of high-quality reporting in an era of rapid automotive technological evolution.
Readers who follow these awards gain insight into the most credible voices covering automotive technology and vehicle performance in the country. This recognition helps consumers identify reliable reporting sources when researching new vehicle purchases and industry trends.
The takeaway
The AJAC awards highlight the depth of automotive knowledge within Canada's professional media landscape. Enthusiasts can look to these winners for in-depth vehicle analysis and industry commentary throughout the coming year.
Further reading
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