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July 17, 2020

Federal government issues update on tax measures

to support news organizations

Federal government issues update on tax measures to support news organizations
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has updated its guidance and its application form so that organizations can apply for designation as a qualified Canadian journalism organization (QCJO).

Latest round of federal funding for news organizations:
What you need to know

Latest round of federal funding for news organizations: What you need to know
Since the federal government announced its 'Phase 2' of funding earlier this week, we have received several questions from members. In an effort to help clarify frequently heard questions, we've compiled a brief summary of tips and suggestions for members as they prepare their applications.

NordStar Capital increases bid to secure Torstar

NordStar Capital increases bid to secure Torstar
The bidding war to take control of Torstar is over after NordStar Capital announced it had upped its bid to $60-million, topping a rival $58-million offer from Canadian Modern Media Holdings.

RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT

Canadians are engaged by news media brands

Canadians are engaged by news media brands
News media, no matter the frequency of publication or platform reach 88% of Canadians weekly. Local news media engage readers by providing information that meets the needs of the people who live in their communities.

Additional help for businesses under
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy

Additional help for businesses under Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
A little-known rule regarding the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) could mean millions of dollars in additional support for businesses that qualified for the support for one or more months.

#SmallBusinessEveryDay campaign launched to emphasize customers are critical to business survival

#SmallBusinessEveryDay campaign launched to emphasize customers are critical to business survival
With seven out of ten business owners worried that customers won’t come back and many still struggling to pay bills, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s new #SmallBusinessEveryDay campaign is designed to amplify actions to support local businesses.

SWNA announces 2020 Junior Citizen
of the Year Award recipients

SWNA announces 2020 Junior Citizen recipients
Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty, along with the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association and SaskPower, have announced the recipients of the 2020 Junior Citizen of the Year Award.

Canadian Online Publishing Awards launches call for entries

Canadian Online Publishing Awards launches 2020 call for entries
The Canadian Online Publishing Awards is now accepting entries for its 2020 competition. New this year is a special COVID-19 news category that is open to any publisher.

MARKETING FEATURE

Promote Newspapers 24/7 on your social media channels

Promote Newspapers 24/7 on your social media channels
Now that we know that nine of out ten Canadians read community or daily newspapers each week, let's share the story! To help, News Media Canada has developed a series of images you can use on your own social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) to remind your followers that newspaper reading is still strong across both print and digital platforms.

Google News Initiative launches innovation challenge to support media

Google News Initiative launches innovation challenge to support media
The Google News Initiative’s (GNI) has launched its Innovation Challenge to support projects that drive digital innovation and develop new business models.

Looking to hire? Check out News Media Canada's 'Job Beat'

Looking to hire? Check out News Media Canada's 'Job Beat'
Are you a media manager that is looking to hire? News Media Canada's 'Job Beat' job board should be your one-stop shop. Job listings are free of charge to members of News Media Canada and Local Journalism Initiative host news organizations. Send your job listing to services@newsmediacanada.ca.

This Week's Featured Course on Newspaper Training: Ensuring your Newspaper is the Best in Class

This Week's Featured Course on Newspaper Training: Ensuring your Newspaper is the Best in Class
In this lively discussion at the Ontario Community Newspapers Association's annual conference, panelists Joan Brehl, Vice President & General Manager, AAM Canada; John Fraser, President and CEO, National Newsmedia Council; Daryl Heroux, Media Strategist at Carat Canada and Frank Leo, Broker, Re/Max West Realty, discuss how to make your newspaper best in class for local success journalistically and financially.

'In the Biz'

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