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Globe and Mail Public Editor: The Globe will avoid racist term alt-right

Citing ‘Orwellian Newspeak,’ readers urge The Globe to not use made-up words
Toronto Star Public Editor: Courtroom confusion serves no one

Mass media confusion resulted when Mohammed Shamji came to bail court.
CBC Ombudsman: Opinion and Balance in a Trump Universe

The complainant thought CBC News’ recently launched Opinion section featured far too many anti-Trump columns.
Toronto Star Public Editor: ‘Alt-right’? No, call it racism

Journalists must not serve as unquestioning heralds for those who espouse racism and hate.
Globe and Mail Public Editor: Readers criticize gender balance in coverage of doctor’s killing

While a headline on one story about the killing of highly regarded family physician Dr. Elana Fric Shamji put the focus on the wrong person, The Globe’s coverage has been balanced
“Covering Canadian Crime” will spark debate about how reporters cover crime

New book edited by Chris Richardson and Romayne Smith Fullerton offers behind-the-scenes looks at some of the most compelling Canadian crime stories.
CBC Ombudsman: Balance and Controversial Issues

The complainant thought an interview with a doctor critical of the rules for dispensing the abortion drug RU-486 was one-sided.
CBC Ombudsman: To Err is Human — To Correct Takes Attention To Detail

The complainant pointed out an error in a Day 6 broadcast, and in its related web material.
Dave Perkins’ “Fun and Games” is a testament to the power of shoe leather reporting

Though focused on sports reporting, Perkins’ book is a valuable reminder of the importance of fundamental reporting skills.
Toronto Star Public Editor: Listening for truth and reconciliation

‘The status quo is unacceptable.’ Canadian media must listen to Indigenous voices to help build truth and reconciliation.