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How The Discourse is reinventing the local newspaper to fight polarization

Editor in chief Erin Millar on the setback that caused them to change gears and devote themselves to three communities. Continue Reading How The Discourse is reinventing the local newspaper to fight polarization
Building trust at the local level

Community reporters have the opportunity to connect directly with their audiences. But are they earning reader confidence? Canadians aren’t so sure. Continue Reading Building trust at the local level
Journalists need to understand the impact they have on others

Suggestions on how to incorporate TRC calls to action into reporting. Continue Reading Journalists need to understand the impact they have on others
Treat stories about suicide with dignity and compassion

Responsible reporting about suicide can bring increase awareness and save lives, according to experts. Continue Reading Treat stories about suicide with dignity and compassion
What it’s like to earn a living freelance writing in Canada

When it comes to freelance writing, how you get paid can be as important as how much you get paid. Continue Reading What it’s like to earn a living freelance writing in Canada
Back to the books

Like the heroine of her favourite film, Educating Rita, Amanda Lee found herself in graduate writing school as a mature student. Continue Reading Back to the books
ATIPs from A to Z

What does it take to publish investigative journalism using access to information and privacy requests? Continue Reading ATIPs from A to Z
Journalism, justice and #MeToo

New York Times journalist Katie Benner discusses the challenges of reporting on sexual assault allegations. Continue Reading Journalism, justice and #MeToo
Deaf and hard of hearing journalists need support from their newsrooms

New technologies have made work more accessible for deaf and hard of hearing journalists, but they need training and resources. Continue Reading Deaf and hard of hearing journalists need support from their newsrooms
Working Media Podcast: Wellness and Meditation

This week, hundreds of thousands of Canadian students returned to their college and university campuses. For many it’s both an exciting and extremely stressful time. With this in mind, we’re bringing you…

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