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Watch for these red flags in your freelance contracts

Indemnity, moral rights and others that may make or break your next gig Continue Reading Watch for these red flags in your freelance contracts
La Converse is bridging divides in Québec

How our new platform listens to readers, reports on their concerns and is getting results Continue Reading La Converse is bridging divides in Québec
Substack isn’t a new model for journalism – it’s a very old one

Substack’s ability to democratize information will be directly related to the prices its authors choose to charge Continue Reading Substack isn’t a new model for journalism – it’s a very old one
What’s plaguing Toronto’s ethnic press?

In a city of immigrants, non-English language newspapers play a critical role in the fight against COVID-19. Can they survive the pandemic? Continue Reading What’s plaguing Toronto’s ethnic press?
TikTok For News: Why there’s a place for journalism on the app

Attracting younger followers is one reason media organizations in Canada should start thinking about adding the platform to their social queue Continue Reading TikTok For News: Why there’s a place for journalism on the app
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
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