The federal government’s $595-million media fund should be provoking a huge debate, and yet it’s receiving little attention, Tasha Kheiriddin says. Continue reading →

A government with a publicly stated interest in helping journalism flourish has managed to do great swaths of the profession a tremendous disservice, Rob Breakenridge says. Continue reading →

While the newspaper industry has applauded the $595-million, five-year funding commitment, a group representing Canadian broadcasters says it’s unfair. Continue reading →

This percentage is on par with the rest of the world, as 73 per cent of respondents in the 27 markets surveyed by Edelman reported worrying about the weaponization of “fake news.”  Continue reading →

The measures, expected in Finance Minister Bill Morneau’s fall economic statement Wednesday, will be designed to help journalism after years of shrinking revenues. Continue reading →

Montreal-based La Presse is seeking to cut 37 jobs as part of cost-cutting operations. Continue reading →

A majority of Canadians believe they’re better than the average person at spotting fake news, although a new poll shows they’re confused about what the term actually means. Continue reading →

Corus Entertainment Inc. has slashed its dividend and announced a $1-billion-writedown in the value of its broadcast licences as the company outlines its plans to combat the challenges facing the Canadian media sector. Continue reading →

The Quebec government has rammed through legislation aimed at allowing Montreal-based La Presse news group to adopt a not-for-profit structure. Continue reading →

Heritage Minister Melanie Joly will make the appointment of Catherine Tait official in an announcement this morning on Parliament Hill. Continue reading →