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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
J-Source is extending the deadline of our gender diversity survey

The results of this survey will provide crucial information about representation in newsrooms. Continue Reading J-Source is extending the deadline of our gender diversity survey
We cannot continue to ignore the Toronto Sun’s toxic output

The Toronto Sun has a history of columnists writing xenophobic pieces — but they are met with a shrug by the rest of Canadian media. Continue Reading We cannot continue to ignore the Toronto Sun’s toxic output
J-Source announces interim managing editor

H.G. Watson is leaving J-Source to join TVO Oct. 22; Steph Wechsler will step into the managing editor role. Continue Reading J-Source announces interim managing editor
Canadian front pages after cannabis legalization

On Oct. 17, cannabis became legal in Canada. Here’s how newspapers across the country heralded in a new era of legalization on their front covers. This post will be updated with more…
Globe and Mail Public Editor: Sensitivity and respect were primary concerns while producing The Globe’s dementia series

In covering deeply personal issues, journalism is quite different from the often one-dimensional world of social media. It uncovers how the vulnerable are treated, the problems they face and what could be…
CBC Ombudsman: Scoop or not

The complainant, Andrew Douglas, Managing Editor of Frank Magazine, was concerned that CBC News had left the false impression they had broken a story he ran first in his magazine by the…
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
A window into USMCA trade talks coverage with Katie Simpson

“We’re there to ask questions. I think it’s important that we are there to do that for a Canadian outlet”: Simpson Continue Reading A window into USMCA trade talks coverage with Katie Simpson
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