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Parler is bringing together mainstream conservatives, anti-Semites and white supremacists as the social media platform attracts millions of Trump supporters

While it’s too early to tell if Parler is here to stay, it has already achieved a reputation and level of engagement that has overtaken other alternative platforms Continue Reading Parler is bringing together mainstream conservatives, anti-Semites and white supremacists as the social media platform attracts millions of Trump supporters
Drug policy and addiction media kit gives newsrooms a resource for better coverage of drug use

Avoid stigmatizing narratives, consult credible sources and use language that reflects people’s lived experiences, say experts Continue Reading Drug policy and addiction media kit gives newsrooms a resource for better coverage of drug use
Support J-Source on Giving Tuesday 2020

Your donation to J-Source will help us fund new contributing editors, covering areas from innovation and race to technology and labour Continue Reading Support J-Source on Giving Tuesday 2020
Where is Canadian media on the Assange file?

‘Canadian mainstream press have undermined the public’s right to know while ignoring the significance of WikiLeaks releases themselves. That needs to change’ Continue Reading Where is Canadian media on the Assange file?
Black Press Media employees question keeping workers in offices as second wave hits B.C.

As COVID-19 cases hit record highs, workers at the paper chain say they’re concerned their employer isn’t allowing WFH option, per public health advice Continue Reading Black Press Media employees question keeping workers in offices as second wave hits B.C.
Honey, the pandemic shrunk transparency

It’s time for the government to take off the mask that disguises and robs us of our public right to know. Trustworthy and revitalized government requires effective access and more public scrutiny Continue Reading Honey, the pandemic shrunk transparency
Rogers Media cancels local Breakfast Television shows in Calgary and Vancouver

It’s time for the government to take off the mask that disguises and robs us of our public right to know. Trustworthy and revitalized government requires effective access and more public scrutiny. Continue Reading Rogers Media cancels local Breakfast Television shows in Calgary and Vancouver
Recent arrests of journalists covering land disputes accelerate concerns around police attempts to define, obstruct journalism

Journalists must be present to bear witness to police actions, especially at Indigenous movements, say panelists Continue Reading Recent arrests of journalists covering land disputes accelerate concerns around police attempts to define, obstruct journalism
Top 4 interactive coverage styles of the 2020 U.S. election

The apps, maps, VR and robots that told the story of a very long Tuesday Continue Reading Top 4 interactive coverage styles of the 2020 U.S. election
We’re hiring: Part-time researcher/reporter on press freedom issues in Canada

J-Source is seeking a researcher/reporter to help develop and launch the Canadian Press Freedom Project — a central hub for information and education surrounding press freedom in Canada. Continue Reading We’re hiring: Part-time researcher/reporter on press freedom issues in Canada