Vice Media to shut down operations in Montreal
The alternative media company says the closure of the Montreal office follows the overhaul of its platforms. Continue reading
Journalism
Stanstead Journal, Quebec’s oldest weekly newspaper, scales back publication
“It is no longer a viable business, and no real government help is forthcoming,” said Jean-Yves Durocher, the paper’s owner and publisher. Continue reading
Saskatoon Express newspaper’s demise leaves void for local readers
By Ryan Kessler Reporter
The Saskatoon Express weekly community newspaper put out its final edition Monday, citing a decline in advertising revenue. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Global News marks World News Day 2019 with commitment to ‘get it right’
Global News is proud of its contributions to the communities where our journalists live and work across the country, as we celebrate World News Day. Continue reading
Global Montreal’s Karen Macdonald to receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Karen Macdonald will receive her award at the RTDNA President’s Reception on May 10 in Toronto. Continue reading
Apple launches news app in Canada, premium news subscription service
Apple News+ is available immediately in the U.S. and Canada in English and French. The paid service is coming to Australia and Europe later this year. Continue reading
Global Halifax, Global New Brunswick named finalists for 7 RTDNA awards in Eastern Canada
By Rebecca Lau Reporter
The annual awards, which are presented by the Radio Television Digital News Association, recognize excellence in electronic journalism. Continue reading
Edmonton elementary school gives students the scoop on broadcasting
There’s no PA announcements at Kameyosek Elementary School, where students put together a daily live broadcast instead. Continue reading
The cost of seeking the truth: Why this Turkish journalist had to flee to Canada
Azru Yildiz is one of hundreds of Turkish journalists who have faced arrest and jail for doing their jobs. She fled to Canada two years ago. Continue reading
Edmonton MP suing university newspaper over articles on his associations with controversial right-wing commentator
Days after Kerry Diotte threatened legal action against two Twitter users who accused him of being a racist for associating with a far-right political commentator, the MP announced he is suing a University of Alberta newspaper for comments made about him in the publication. Continue reading