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September 24, 2021

The Canadian Periodical Fund announces
new supports to community newspapers

The Canadian Periodical Fund announces new supports to community newspapers
The Business Innovation component of the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) is launching its new component geared specifically to community newspapers. This component offers project funding to eligible small and mid-sized paid print newspapers and digital-only community newspaper publishing firms.

News Media Canada's submission to the federal government's online harms consultation

News Media Canada's submission to the federal government's online harms consultation
News Media Canada believes that free speech, journalistic freedom, and a strong, healthy, commercially viable, and fiercely independent media ecosystem are all vital to our democracy.

News Media Canada partners with industry groups to undertake survey of online harms

News Media Canada partners with industry groups to undertake survey of online harms
News Media Canada is joining the Canadian Association of Journalists, Canadian Journalism Foundation, Canadian Journalists of Colour, Canadian Association of Black Journalists, Journalism for Human Rights and Fédération professionnelle des journalistes du Québec in a survey to better understand online harm towards Canadian journalists and media professionals.

MARKETING FEATURE

Counting down the days until to National Newspaper Week
with Ola Volo and News Media Canada

Counting down the days until to National Newspaper Week with Ola Volo and News Media Canada
The 81st annual National Newspaper Week kicks off in less than 10 days and we have lots of ways that you can celebrate in your community. This year we partnered with Canadian artist Ola Volo to create a custom, limited-edition piece of art that aims to spark conversation about the importance of independent, local journalism.
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Quebec government provides a boost to province's print media

Quebec government provides a boost to province's print media
The Quebec government has announced more than $2 million of funding assistance to multiple news organizations to assist in their digital transformation.

Introducing Kate Winquist's newest community newspaper:
The Kerrobert Chronicle

Introducing Kate Winquist's newest community newspaper: The Kerrobert Chronicle
News Media Canada is pleased to introduce to you a new community newspaper serving communities in west central Saskatchewan. The Kerrobert Chronicle will debut on October 4.

The Kipling Clipper is ready for launch

The Kipling Clipper is ready for launch
Grasslands News Group is set to launch a subscription-based newspaper, called the Kipling Clipper, that will be available to residents in several communities in rural Saskatchewan.

Introducing the fresh face of Montreal's Metro newspaper

Introducing the fresh face of Montreal's Metro newspaper
Montreal's Metro newspaper introduced its 'makeover' earlier this month. The publication has developed a fresh digital identity and is focusing on hyperlocal content that aims to reach younger audiences.

RESEACH SPOTLIGHT

Trusted local information drives newspaper readership

Trusted local information drives newspaper readership
Newspapers are a highly valued and essential part of Canadian culture, communities, and democracy, providing fact-based credible reporting that Canadians can trust and feel confident sharing with family and friends.

News Media Canada joins international associations calling for fair and reasonable remuneration for journalistic content on digital platforms

News Media Canada joins international associations calling for fair and reasonable remuneration for journalistic content on digital platforms
Eighteen international and Americas media associations have called for a "fair and reasonable" remuneration for the publication of journalistic content on digital platforms.

The Michener-Baxter Award for Exceptional Service to Canadian Journalism is accepting public nominations

The Michener-Baxter Award for Exceptional Service to Canadian Journalism is accepting public nominations
For the first time, the Michener-Baxter Award for Exceptional Service to Canadian Journalism is accepting nominations from the public. The Michener-Baxter Award honours outstanding contributions to the cause of public interest journalism in Canada.

Deadline for entries to the Canadian Online
Publishing Awards is September 30

Deadline for entries to the Canadian Online Publishing Awards is September 30
The Canadian Online Publishing Awards (COPAs) have become the tip of the spear for the digital publishing industry in Canada by showcasing and helping Canadian content creators move the needle forward for their brands on the global stage.

PROMOTION:
Lenovo offers News Media Canada members
a special Thanksgiving perk

Lenovo offers News Media Canada members a special Thanksgiving perk
Lenovo in celebrating Thanksgiving with their delicious deals on tasty tech. News Media Canada members can save up to 68 per cent off through October 17, 2021.

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