Browsing Disinformation
OnlineJoin The Markup for a panel discussion on measuring the spread of deceptive information, and learn about multiple ways to assess tech platform behavior.
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Objectivity and the Corporate Media in Canada
Zoom Video WebinarThe 2021 Clissold Lecture will be presented by Desmond Cole, journalist, author and commentator. Cole will draw from his professional experiences to examine the issue of perceived objectivity in Canadian news organizations.
Free
Covering Riots and Civil Unrest
OnlineThis webinar training will focus on risk assessment and situational awareness as well as practical strategies and tactics for preparing to cover civil disturbances. Topics will include protective gear, positioning in a crowd, how to deal with tear gas, rubber bullets and other riot and crowd control tactics.
Covering the news in a hostile environment
OnlineThe NewsGuild-CWA, North America's largest union of journalists, will host a workshop for all journalists (members and non-members) on best practices to assess and mitigate risk while newsgathering in a hostile and dangerous environment.
Anti-Black Racism and Language
Zoom Video WebinarJoin Vershawn in conversation with Awad Ibrahim, Professor Education the University of Ottawa, with special interests in cultural studies, Hip-Hop, youth and Black popular culture, and applied linguistics.
NCM-The Walrus Immigrant Journalist Training Webinar
Zoom Video WebinarInteractive webinars led by seasoned journalists aimed at empowering immigrant and student journalists to learn industry best practices.
$10
Fast Forward: Trust, Tech and the Media
OnlineHow can media connect with those who are typically underserved? How can innovations in today’s technology be applied to reach various audiences?
Hot Docs Podcast Festival
OnlineCurated for both podcast-makers and enthusiasts alike, this digital festival will feature 25+ events and is available to stream worldwide.
Aclass: Asian Voices, a workshop for Asian creators looking to break into podcasting
Zoom Video WebinarAn online seminar for Asian creators looking to get into the podcasting space
Data Driven 2021
OnlineJoin us for a special virtual edition of Data Driven, Canada’s premier data journalism event. Learn how to turn terabytes of raw data into exclusive scoops that shape politics, social justice, and day-to-day lives of Canadians.