What the National NewsMedia Council decided in August
Among complaints heard from the public was a question on the ethics of publishing an address. Continue Reading What the National NewsMedia Council decided in August
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How do we hold news media accountable?
Coverage of the Toronto van tragedy demonstrates how ethical lapses erode public trust, writes Amira Elghawaby. Continue Reading How do we hold news media accountable?
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“In the end all that matters is how we treat each other”
Karen Fraser, the owner of the home where remains of alleged victims of Bruce McArthur were found, has seen the best and worst of reporter behaviour. Continue Reading “In the end all that matters is how we treat each other”
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Going undercover justified by compelling public interest
Toronto Star reporter Sara Mojtehedzadeh explains why she went undercover to tell the stories of temp workers. Continue Reading Going undercover justified by compelling public interest
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What journalists get wrong when telling stories about trans and genderqueer people
A recent National Post column by Christie Blatchford illustrates what not to do when telling stories about transgender people. Continue Reading What journalists get wrong when telling stories about trans and genderqueer people
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Carol Off’s new book raises questions about the reporter-source relationship
The As It Happen’s host helped the family of a source she interviewed in Afghanistan come to Canada. Continue Reading Carol Off’s new book raises questions about the reporter-source relationship
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The real consequences of fake news
Fake news, or fabricated content deceptively presented as real news, has garnered a lot of interest since the U.S. presidential election last fall. Continue Reading The real consequences of fake news
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What to do when the pressure is on
Journalists can face intimidation from sources, police and government. Here’s how to push back. Continue Reading What to do when the pressure is on
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Toronto Star accused of copying a field trip guide
The CEO of Attractions Ontario says the Star’s field trip guide, which recently won an award, bears a number of similarities to theirs — a claim the Star disputes.
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The #AppropriationPrize controversy: A timeline
Walrus editor Jonathan Kay resigns after controversy over the weekend.