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Standing up for Canadian voices in Canadian media. En défense de nos voix dans nos médias.
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Hello, Bluesky! We’re Friends of Canadian Media & we're dedicated to amplifying Canadian voices in media—from public broadcasting to culture & civil discourse. Our aim: to protect Canada’s cultural identity & democracy. Follow us for updates, stories & ways to get involved
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https://friends.ca/
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1/2 Our friends at Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project show how Google & Meta’s ad monopoly fuels disinfo & threatens digital sovereignty. Another reason we need stronger rules to rein in Big Tech’s power. 👉 Read the research:
antimonopoly.ca/report-elect...
#CulturalSovereignty
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1/2 It’s good to hear Minister Steven Guilbeault take a strong position in support of Canadian cultural sovereignty and local news. But words aren’t enough — Canadians need action to ensure our newsrooms and national public broadcaster are protected.
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“Nobody watches the CBC anymore.” That’s a myth.
@cbcradiocanada.bsky.social
still reaches 80% of Canadians every month — and remains one of the country’s most trusted news sources. Our new blog breaks it down 👇
friends.ca/do-canadians...
#MediaMythbusters
#CanadianMedia
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Do Canadians Really Watch the CBC? - Friends of Canadian Media
Every budget season, one claim always comes up: “Nobody watches the CBC anymore.” It might sound straightforward and easy to believe, but it just isn't true. Here’s why. 📊 Canadians Are Still Watching...
https://friends.ca/do-canadians-really-watch-the-cbc/
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Randy Kitt
12 days ago
Don’t remember where you heard that, don’t say it until you fact check it at a credible news source.
Factcheckhere.ca
#factcheckhere
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Home | Facts
check news facts, credible news sources, industry supporters
https://Factcheckhere.ca
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📊 We’re calling on Ottawa to redirect at least 25% of federal ad spending to Canadian news outlets. That means stronger journalism, more jobs & sustainable funding for our stories. Read our budget recommendations 👇
friends.ca/friends-of-c...
#CdnMedia
#IAmCanCon
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Written Submission for the Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Upcoming Federal Budget - Friends of Canadian Media
August 1st, 2025 Dear Members of the Standing Committee on Finance, Friends of Canadian Media is a not-for-profit organization. We are a non-partisan citizens’ movement that stands up for Canadian voi...
https://friends.ca/friends-of-canadian-medias-written-submission-for-the-pre-budget-consultations-in-advance-of-the-upcoming-federal-budget/
11 days ago
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📢 Close the loophole! A gap in the Income Tax Act lets Big Tech take billions in ad revenue out of Canada while our newsrooms struggle. Closing it would repatriate those dollars to fund Canadian journalism & jobs. 🍁 🔗
friends.ca/wp-content/u...
#CdnMedia
12 days ago
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1/2 📢 Defending
#CBC
Funding
@cbcradiocanada.bsky.social
connects Canadians, reflects our stories & strengthens democracy. But it’s underfunded — per-capita support is far below international peers (CCPA report 👉
policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...
).
#SupportCBC
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Bang for our buck - CCPA
Public broadcast funding in Canada is good value for Canadians
https://policyalternatives.ca/news-research/bang-for-our-buck
13 days ago
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1/2🏛️ Parliament returns & the stakes are high. 🍁 Big decisions ahead on: ✅ Defending the
#CBC
✅ Closing the tax loophole that benefits Big Tech ✅ Protecting our cultural sovereignty ✅ Investing in Canadian media
#ParliamentReturns
#IAmCanCon
14 days ago
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1/2📉 More job losses in Canadian media. Global News has cut 45 workers in BC & Alberta, incl. 26 journalists. When local jobs vanish, communities lose trusted reporting & coverage of everyday issues.
#SupportCanadianMedia
#LocalNewsMatters
17 days ago
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Did you know? Canada’s media sector supports thousands of jobs and fuels our economy—not just news & culture. Let’s advocate for strong and sustainable Canadian media.
nmc-mic.ca/2025/08/29/n...
#CdnMedia
#IAmCanCon
#MediaLiteracy
18 days ago
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From Halifax to Vancouver,
#Canadians
are telling our stories—but they need policies & funding to compete globally. Canadian storytelling is who we are. Support Canadian creators! Learn more:
cmf-fmc.ca/about-us/ann...
#OurStories
#CulturalSovereignty
#IAmCanCon
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Annual Reports | Canada Media Fund
https://cmf-fmc.ca/about-us/annual-reports/
20 days ago
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1/3📺 Back in August, PM Carney spoke about CBC/Radio-Canada + support for local news in the face of the Meta ban 👉
bit.ly/3V9egIP
As
#Budget2025
takes shape, we’re calling on the govt to: 👇
21 days ago
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🎬✨ It’s
@tiffnet.bsky.social
season! Canadian stories deserve centre stage — not just at festivals, but every day. From screen to stream, we need strong policies to defend our cultural sovereignty & ensure our creators thrive. 🍁
www.tiff.net/about-the-fe...
#TIFF2025
#IAmCanCon
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About TIFF 50
https://www.tiff.net/about-the-festival
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1/2 A new report from the Canadian Media Means Business consortium — incl. Friends of Canadian Media — shows how vital our media sector is: ✅ 170,000 jobs ✅ $21B GDP Yet local news & Canadian voices face unprecedented threats. The time to act is now.
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Friends of Canadian Media has added its voice to nearly 70 experts calling on Ottawa to defend Canada's digital sovereignty. This is about
#Canadians
shaping our democracy, protecting our privacy & telling our stories — not Big Tech
www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
#DigitalSovereignty
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Carney urged by coalition of experts, public figures to bolster digital sovereignty, scrap strong borders bill
Signatories express concern about digital security and the influence of foreign-controlled tech companies on Canadians’ daily lives
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-carney-digital-sovereignty-security-strong-borders-bill/
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1/2 Canada—and the world—has lost a legend. Oscar-nominated Oneida actor Graham Greene has passed at 73. A vital voice for Indigenous storytelling and Canadian culture, he brought authenticity and heart to every role.
#GrahamGreene
#CanadianIcon
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Thank you for giving meaning to our work. Every action you take helps us protect Canadian media, culture & public broadcasting. 📩 Missed our latest email? Read it here: 👉
mailchi.mp/friends.ca/t...
#IAmCanCon
#CBC
#CanadianStories
about 1 month ago
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Friends of Canadian Media
Margaret Dougherty 🇨🇦 🍁
about 1 month ago
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Thanks for the T-shirt! When I get a better shot I’ll share that too. 🇨🇦
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Myth: Local news doesn’t matter anymore. Truth: Without it, communities lose coverage of schools, councils & emergencies. The CBC helps keep local stories alive. 📄 Read: https://ppforum.ca/publications/local-news-canada/
#LocalNewsMatters
#CBC
#MediaMythbusters
about 1 month ago
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From Road to Avonlea to Heartland, the
#CBC
has been home to the Canadian shows that shaped our childhoods and brought families together. These weren’t just TV shows — they are part of our
#Canadian
identity. 💬 Which CBC series instantly takes you back?
about 1 month ago
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The
#CBC
keeps us connected. Our PM promised to protect & strengthen it with: ✅Statutory & sustainable funding ✅More local news & Indigenous voices ✅Boost for culture & emergency broadcasting Let’s make sure he delivers.
https://liberal.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/292/2025/04/Canada-Strong.pdf
about 1 month ago
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78% of Canadians want CBC/Radio-Canada to continue, especially if it addresses the major criticisms levelled against it. A new report calls for better funding, stronger emergency roles & deeper public trust. Learn more👉 https://bit.ly/3HyGd9K
#CBC
#PublicBroadcasting
about 1 month ago
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Our Stories, Our Future On National Canadian Film Day 2024, we spoke with Jack Blum of REEL CANADA about safeguarding Canadian stories, a mission that is more urgent than ever - and yes, our FREE I AM CAN CON T-shirts are still available! 📺 Watch:
youtu.be/gsScTQwm6pA
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Friends of Canadian Media and REEL CANADA fireside chat 2024: Spotlight on Canadian Storytelling
YouTube video by Friends of Canadian Media
https://youtu.be/gsScTQwm6pA
about 2 months ago
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Wear Your Pride. We’re giving away I AM CAN CON T-shirts to those who believe in Canadian voices & culture. 💬Quantities are limited! Drop a comment now to secure your t-shirt!
#IAmCanCon
#CanadianContent
#PublicBroadcasting
#CanadianStories
about 2 months ago
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Myth: “Opinion pieces = news.” Truth: They’re not. 📰
#News
= verified facts 🗣️
#Opinion
= personal views Mistaking one for the other spreads misinformation. 📖 Learn more: https://mediasmarts.ca/sites/default/files/pdfs/lesson-plan/Lesson_Fact_Versus_Opinion.pdf
#MythBusters
#MediaSmarts
about 2 months ago
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Wildfire smoke is choking communities from B.C. to Montreal.
#CBC
News is providing trusted, real-time updates to keep Canadians safe. 💨 When disaster strikes, public broadcasting matters. 🎥
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDx7...
#Wildfire
#CBCNews
#AirQuality
#StaySafe
@cbcradiocanada.bsky.social
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CBC News: The National | Wildfire smoke blankets Canada
YouTube video by CBC News: The National
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDx7f8noaEY&ab_channel=CBCNews%3ATheNational
about 2 months ago
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🧠 What happens when we lose
#CBC/Radio-Canada
? It’s more than TV — it’s about trusted news, local voices, & Canadian stories beyond profit & algorithms. 🎙️Is
@cbcradiocanada.bsky.social
still essential — or has it lost its way? 💬 What role should public broadcasting play today?
2 months ago
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🧠 Misinformation spreads fast — but good journalism fights back. Learn how to spot, verify & report false info with this guide from the Canadian Association of Journalists: 📄 [Misinfo 101 PDF]
caj.ca/wp-content/u...
#MediaLiteracy
#FactCheck
#StopMisinformation
#JournalismMatters
2 months ago
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Myth: “All news is biased — ignore it.” Truth: Quality journalism uses facts, sourcing & oversight. Don’t tune out — learn to tune in. Avoiding all news can leave you vulnerable to misinformation. 📄
mediasmarts.ca/digital-medi...
#NewsLiteracy
#CanadianMedia
#MediaSmarts
2 months ago
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👩🏾💻Media Diversity Isn’t Optional — It’s Essential When media reflects everyone, we all benefit. 📣 Diverse voices bring richer stories, stronger communities, and better democracy. Let’s support
#Canadian
media that reflects all of Canada. Learn more:
crtc.gc.ca/eng/info_sht...
2 months ago
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Local news offers something social media can’t — community context. When we lose local journalism, we lose connection. Support it. Share it. Subscribe if you can. 👉
youtu.be/l8g7Ow75DK4?...
#LocalNewsMatters
#CanadianJournalism
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Friends of Canadian Media at Senate Hearing on CBC Local Services: Opening Remarks
YouTube video by Friends of Canadian Media
https://youtu.be/l8g7Ow75DK4?si=gQZKwlsvvdHgqWmL
2 months ago
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The internet isn’t a battlefield. You can disagree without being cruel. 💡 Try this: • Ask questions • Use “I” statements • Debate ideas, not people 🧠 Online safety starts with tone. 📄 Download the guide:
mediasmarts.ca/digital-medi...
#OnlineSafety
#RespectOnline
#MediaSmarts
2 months ago
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📣Know your media legislation 📜 Bill C-18 = Fairness for Canadian News The Online News Act makes tech giants like Google & Meta pay for the news they profit from. ✅ Supports local news ✅ Levels the playing field ✅ Boosts transparency 📌
www.parl.ca/DocumentView...
#BillC18
#cndpoli
3 months ago
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🧠 Fake News Tip #2 If it shocks you, it’s probably meant to. Misinformation often spreads because we react emotionally. 💡 Tip: Pause before you share. 🧠
mediasmarts.ca/checkthenshare
#FakeNewsTips
#PauseAndCheck
3 months ago
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Myth: Canadian storytelling isn’t popular or profitable. Truth: Shows like Schitt’s Creek & Anne with an E prove Canadian stories resonate worldwide. Canadian storytelling amplifies creativity and reflects who we are. 📄 Learn more:
friends.ca/media-mythbu...
#MediaMythBusters
3 months ago
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✉️Hold media accountable! 📺📝 If a broadcast or article is wrong or violates standards, you can file a complaint (broadcasters must respond).
#CBC’s
Ombudsman reviews news complaints. Your voice can spark corrections – it’s your right.
https://crtc.gc.ca/eng/info_sht/g8.htm
3 months ago
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🛡️You deserve honest ads. 🛍️It’s against the law in Canada for companies to advertise something in a false or misleading way. If an ad feels fishy, trust your gut – consumers have the right to truthful advertising.
competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/deceptive...
#MediaRights
#KnowYourRights
3 months ago
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🌐Our content must reflect us! 🎥 🇨🇦 Canadians have the right to diverse content – local news, music, shows in both official languages, and more. Canadian culture on screen and airwaves is no accident, it’s your right. Learn more: 👇
crtc.gc.ca/eng/cancon/m...
#CdnContent
3 months ago
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📢 Did you know? 🍁Canadians — including journalists — have the right to request government records under the Access to Information Act. Stay informed. Hold power to account. Knowledge is your right. 🔗
www.canada.ca/en/parole-bo...
#MediaRights
#KnowYourRights
3 months ago
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🕓 Tip #1: Check the date! Old headlines often resurface to confuse people. If it's not current, don’t share it like it is. 🎥 Learn more:
mediasmarts.ca/break-fake
#FakeNewsTips
#MediaSmarts
3 months ago
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Myth: CBC is gov’t propaganda. Truth:
@cbcradiocanada.bsky.social
is publicly funded but operates at arm’s length from the government, with its independence enshrined in the Broadcasting Act. 📄 Learn how it works:
friends.ca/media-mythbu...
#MediaMythBusters
#CDNmedia
3 months ago
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We are proud to add our voice to this important call to stand up for our cultural and digital sovereignty. For too long, Big Tech giants like Meta and Google have had free rein over our media landscape. It's time for them to play by our rules. Let's keep our elbows up. 👇
friends.ca/open-letter-...
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Open Letter: Canada cannot afford to concede more to foreign tech giants - Friends of Canadian Media
We are proud to add our voice to this important call to stand up for our cultural and digital sovereignty. For too long, Big Tech giants like Meta and Google have had free rein over our media landscap...
https://friends.ca/open-letter-canada-cannot-afford-to-concede-more-to-foreign-tech-giants/
3 months ago
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Happy
#CanadaDay!
Today we celebrate this beautiful land, its people, and our shared stories. May we continue to grow in unity, inclusion, and respect.
#CanadaDay
#UnityInDiversity
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Happy
#CanadaDay
! 🍁 Today we celebrate this beautiful land, its people, and our shared stories. May we continue to grow in unity, inclusion, and respect.
#CanadaDay
#UnityInDiversity
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Friends of Canadian Media appeared before the
#CRTC
on June 25, 2025, to discuss the implementation of the Online Streaming Act and make our case for a strong, sustainable Canadian broadcasting system. View our whole appearance here:
friends.ca/friends-of-c...
#BillC11
#cndpoli
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1/2📢History in the making! We’re proud to announce the first-ever recipient of our Student Journalism Scholarship— Jay Ashdown! Jay represents the future of Journalism in Canada: bold, empathetic, & committed to truth. 🖊️🇨🇦
#Dca2025
#Essaycompetition
3 months ago
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1/2🎉 Breaking news: we’re thrilled to announce our Dalton Camp Award winner! 🎉 This year’s winning essay shares valuable “Lessons from Around the Dinner Table” 👏 Join us in congratulating Suzie Dwyer for her outstanding insight & passion.
#Dca2025
#Essaycompetition
3 months ago
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Today is
#NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay
. 🌞 Celebrate by watching these powerful short films on
www.nfb.ca
: 🎥 First Stories – atiwîcahsin (It’s Getting Easier) 🎥 How People Got Fire Stories that carry generations.
#IndigenousStorytelling
#NFB
#CanadianCulture
3 months ago
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1/2📢 We’re proud to share that our latest paper, “It’s not too late to save
#CanadianMedia
from Big Tech,” has been published by the International Institute of Communications—an important recognition of our ongoing work to shape cultural media policy.
3 months ago
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29% reply rate. 6K+ signatures. That's how @CBCRadioCanada funding became an
#election
issue. Our SMS + voice campaign with Stratcom showed what happens when Canadians speak up. 📲Find out how it worked: 👇
www.stratcom.ca/2025/06/16/u...
#SaveTheCBC
#CdnMedia
#2025Election
3 months ago
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