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June 10, 2022

The Globe and Mail wins CJF Jackman Award
for Excellence in Journalism

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The CJF honoured the Globe for “Escape from Afghanistan,” a story documenting journalist Mark MacKinnon’s courageous work on the efforts to evacuate Afghan nationals following the fall of Afghanistan. It is the Globe‘s sixth win in the award’s 26-year history.

New poll says 90 per cent of Canadians think
it’s important that local media outlets survive

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Across partisan lines, Canadians believe Parliament should pass a law that would allow smaller outlets to negotiate collectively with web giants. It is time for parliamentarians to pass C-18, the Online News Act.

'Alarming levels of stress' harming mental health
of Canadian journalists and media workers

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Workers in Canada’s news industry – watchdogs of our democracy – are suffering disturbingly high levels of work-related stress and injury, according to a new report.

RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT

Fight fake news with media literacy and trusted media

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In Canada, research confirms that newspapers and their websites are the most trusted media for advertising and editorial. And research from News Media Canada's SPOT Fake News project reinforces the importance of quality journalism.
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The Toronto Star launches a new political podcast

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Every two weeks, Raj will bring listeners behind the scenes on Parliament Hill with exclusive interviews, in-depth reporting and thoughtful analysis.

Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association
celebrates journalistic excellence

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Some notable results include: Rocky Mountain Outlook photographer Evan Buhler with an outstanding four out of possible six first place photography certificates. From Town and Country News in the Grande Prairie/Beaverlodge area, Jesse Boily placed in every single photo category.

MARKETING FEATURE

Putting a spotlight on the incredible work of newspapers

Every week, News Media Canada produces an Awards Showcase feature in our News on News newsletter. We also amplify the great work of members on our Facebook and Instagram accounts multiple times per week.

Are you looking for national advertising sales representatives? We can help!

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News Media Canada has developed a handy chart with contact information for newspaper groups and national sales offices to make it easier for anyone looking to place advertising across the country.

Village Media opens new news site in Halton Hills

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HaltonHillsToday is Village Media’s 18th owned-and-operated local news site in the province, joining nearby titles such as GuelphToday, CambridgeToday and EloraFergusToday.

Longtime Ottawa Citizen columnist announces his retirement

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After more than four decades writing for the Ottawa Citizen, columnist Kelly Egan retired last week.

AWARDS SPOTLIGHT

AWNA Healthy Communities Journalism Award

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In this competition, newspapers compete against other newspapers of similar circulation for special awards in such categories as editorial, photography, advertising, and special promotion.

Looking to hire? Let us know and we'll help spread the word

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Is your news organization looking to hire to fill a role on your editorial, sales, or management teams? If so, we’re happy to help you spread the word.

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