Journalists tell stories every day, but what happens when a journalist becomes the story? Here in J-source, Global Toronto's Mark McAllister describes the events leading up to his much publicized on-air seizure; how he dealt with the media scrutiny that followed; and why a medical condition doesn't stop a reporter from being a reporter.
L’interdiction de tweeter dans les salles d’audiences du Québec relance le débat sur la liberté de presse à l’intérieur des Palais de justice. La nouvelle directive, qui régit l’utilisation des appareils électroniques, empêche aussi l’envoi de courriels et de textos sans le consentement du juge.
Quebec is the latest jurisdiction to issue a protocol on the use of electronic devices by reporters and lawyers inside a courtroom, sparking some heated but predictable responses. Is this a violation of a citizen's right to stay informed? Does it impinge freedom of expression? Does it tarnish the principle of a fair and open…
Nelson became the acting director after Rachel Nixon departed from the position in August 2012 to become Principal News Director, Bing Application Experiences at Microsoft.
As of Monday, no one will be able to email, tweet or text from inside Quebec courtrooms without the consent of the judge. The move runs contrary to recent changes made in Ontario, B.C., Saskatchewan, Newfoundland and Labrador, where the courts sanctioned the use of electronic devices by lawyers and journalists during court proceedings.
Frédéric Zalac est le seul journaliste québécois à avoir participé à l'immense enquête « Offshore Leaks ». Il raconte à Projet-J pourquoi l'information est livrée au compte-gouttes. Et surtout pourquoi les gouvernements se trompent de cible quand ils réclament le matériel d'enquête aux médias.
Earlier this week, National Revenue minister Gail Shea threatened the CBC with legal action, but the media organization has refused to reveal the names thus far. On Friday, the CRA commissioner tried a different tact, issuing an open letter addressed to CBC president and CEO Hubert Lacroix.
Postmedia is set to move into its new corporate HQ in Toronto on Dec. 1 this year. J-Source has an inside look at the construction and artist renderings of the new space at 365 Bloor St. E.
Revenues from Shaw’s media division were $249 million, up 3 percent from the preceding year, showing improved advertising and subscriber revenues.
Global News is adding two 30-minute local newscasts for Halifax and New Brunswick audiences starting Monday April 15. The one-hour Global Maritimes News Final show will be replaced by local programming from Global Halifax and Global News Brunswick stations and will feature hyperlocal weather and news tailored to each province.