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I have been loving every minute of ferry week
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Justin McElroy đ¨đŚ
9 days ago
THE CONCLUSION OF FERRY WEEK IS HERE For the first time in CBC history, we are doing a live radio special on a B.C. Ferries sailing, a very fun thing to write. If youâre on the 7am to Tsawwassen, come say hi!
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Ian Linkletter
12 days ago
The Ubyssey broke the story before any other journalists.
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Breaking: Canvas parent company reaches agreement with cybercrime group behind attack
Instructure claims all data has been returned and destroyed by ShinyHunters.
https://ubyssey.ca/news/canvas-cyberattack-agreement/
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UBC faculty! Senate is considering a new draft of the proposed academic freedom policy on Wednesday, this time for approval. If youâve read the draft, Iâd love to speak with you. DM, or email
[email protected]
. See page 67 onward:
scs-senate-2021.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/202605...
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12 days ago
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Re: Arbour's nomination, big day for student journalists: " ... Known for irreverence when editor of high school magazine."
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18 days ago
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De Facto Journalism Co-op
19 days ago
Once youâve read that story, be sure to subscribe to our newsletter â and, if you happen to have the means, weâd love to count you among our paid supporters to help fund independent journalism that interrogates power and highlights truth:
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Vancouver cops are calling border enforcement more than ever. Community members fear that puts them in danger
Migrant sex workers say they're âmore afraid of police than perpetrators of a crime,â as new data reveals VPD âimmigration status checksâ spiked 80% to nearly 1,000 people in two years
https://www.defactomedia.ca/vpd-immigration-calls/#/portal/
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De Facto Journalism Co-op
21 days ago
Yesterday we unveiled De Facto, a co-op of journalists shining a light on power Within hours a community of supporters stepped up to back our dream In just a day, we passed $2K for hard-hitting journalism, 96% of it in dependable recurring donations. Thank you so much!
www.defactomedia.ca/welcome
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We are De Facto Journalism Co-op
A non-profit, worker-owned co-operative of investigative journalists â including award-winning reporters, editors and photojournalists.
https://www.defactomedia.ca/welcome
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The Devil Wears Prada 2: Magazine journalism on life support
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The Devil Wears Prada 2: Magazine journalism on life support.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 and the search for the mythical billionaire savior.
https://www.cjr.org/analysis/devil-wears-prada-2-magazine-journalism-life-support-runway-miranda-priestly-andy-sachs.php
19 days ago
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Justin McElroy đ¨đŚ
21 days ago
god bless Victorians for lining up for hours on a Saturday morning for the annual used book sale sponsored by a newspaper truly a grand tradition
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Also, good time to note, UBC faculty, staff: The Ubysseyâs new masthead is gearing up, post-exams, and weâd love to know what you want us to cover and look into. Personally, Iâm interested in faculty unit finances. But FOI isnât much an option at our university, as you can see.
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22 days ago
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UBC's casual relationship with its obligations under FOIPPA, continued
23 days ago
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Anti-Doug Ford rallies take place across Ontario to protest OSAP, FOI changes
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Anti-Doug Ford rallies take place across Ontario to protest OSAP, FOI changes | CBC News
Demonstrations are taking place across Ontario to protest against Premier Doug Ford and several of the province's recent controversial measures, including changes to freedom of information laws and OS...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/doug-ford-protest-rallies-ontario-9.7177390
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The Ubyssey
about 1 month ago
Concerns about a costly legal battle and that firing Nawar would tank the AMSâs chances of passing fee increases for services, clubs and projects ultimately saved her employment, sources said.
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Zarifa Nawar remained an AMS executive despite internal report finding she violated fiduciary, confidentiality duties
Concerns about a costly legal battle and that firing Nawar would tank the AMSâs chances of passing fee increases for services, clubs and projects ultimately saved her employment, sources said.
https://ubyssey.ca/news/zarifa-nawar-internal-report-violated-fiduciary-confidentiality-duties/
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Justin McElroy đ¨đŚ
about 1 month ago
The City of Vancouver has just announced they had a $530 million surplus last year. It follows a $860 million surplus the year before, and years of $300+ surpluses. It's the annual reminder that when local politicians say times are tough, they're usually being misleading to suit their agendas.
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Rachel Gilmore
3 months ago
Really appreciate this from CAJ:
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Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ)
3 months ago
âOn Friday evening, the CAJ learned that journalist Rachel Gilmore had recently been approached in public by individuals linked to, or implicated in, an investigation she had written, and was published by The Tyee that focused on white nationalists.
https://loom.ly/z22FRzg
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Association of Canadian Archivists
3 months ago
Are you interested in information access and privacy? Join the Access & Privacy Special Interest Section (APSIS). They will be meeting virtually next week on March 12, 2026 at 1 PM (EST) / 11 AM (PST). To register, please visit
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The Martlet
3 months ago
This election season, the Martlet is asking you to vote âyesâ to raise our student fee levy for the first time since 1999. Read to learn why!
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Why the Martlet is asking for a fee increase
We're asking you to vote yes to our first fee increase since 1999 so we can keep telling stories that matter.
https://martlet.ca/why-the-martlet-is-asking-for-a-fee-increase/
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Andrew Kurjata
3 months ago
Good time to re-up: the Tumbler Ridge newspaper is literally one person who is doing his best to update his community while grieving along with them. One-time donations can be etransferred to
[email protected]
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www.patreon.com/posts/thanks...
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Thanks, everyone | Tumbler RidgeLines
Get more from Tumbler RidgeLines on Patreon
https://www.patreon.com/posts/thanks-everyone-150650812
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Fatima Syed
3 months ago
A couple of Canadian journalists (myself included) have started a fundraiser for Trenth Ernst & Tumbler Ridgelines. Since the shooting, he's stopped writing. We're hoping to get him some short-term support for these hard times. Donate here:
www.gofundme.com/f/support-tr...
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Andrew Kurjata
3 months ago
The Tumbler Ridge newspaper puts it better than I could
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Andrew Kurjata
3 months ago
A message from Trent Ernst, the only reporter who lives in Tumbler Ridge
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Christopher Waddell
4 months ago
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HonestReporting Canadaâs targeted harassment machine - J-Source
A self-professed media watchdog has been weaponizing antisemitism and trying to poison journalistic standards on covering Palestine. Media workers on the perils of the relentless intimidation and disi...
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Minnesota Star Tribune
4 months ago
The Minnesota Star Tribune,
@mprnews.org
@minnesotareformer.com
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@spokesmanrecorder.bsky.social
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@sahanjournal.bsky.social
, Center for Broadcast Journalism and Minnesota Newspaper Association today released the following statement:
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Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ)
5 months ago
Lawyers for ReportersâCanada is looking for a Program Coordinator! Education, preferably in law, journalism or a public policy-related field, will be considered a significant asset, as will a graduate degree. For more information, visit the CAJ Job board:
https://loom.ly/Cb_38iU
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Nieman Lab
5 months ago
âIt may be easy to follow the most popular news influencers out there, but is it possible to trade out that consumption for one who is in your community?â
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De-influencing news influencers
"It may be easy to follow the most popular news influencers out there, but is it possible to trade out that consumption for one who is in your community?"
https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/12/de-influencing-news-influencers/
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Charlie Smith
6 months ago
The Lind Initiative will bring Rachel Maddow to UBC on March 5. She is one of six speakers in a free series. Veteran NYT global affairs columnist Thomas L. Friedman is the first on Jan. 22, followed by Charity Weeden (Feb 5), Hasan Piker (Feb 12), Dread Scott (Feb 25), and Carlos Lozada (Mar 26).
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Postmedia quietly whittles away local viewpoints from the Saskatoon StarPhoenix and Regina Leader-Post
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No room for debate - J-Source
Postmedia quietly whittles away local viewpoints from the Saskatoon StarPhoenix and Regina Leader-Post
https://j-source.ca/no-room-for-debate/
7 months ago
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JRP Canada
7 months ago
Find out what
@canadajrp.bsky.social
plans for the 3rd wave of the
@jrpproject.bsky.social
, including content analysis of Cdn. news stories & insights on use of AI in journalism in this new article in
@jsource.bsky.social
by
@nicoleblanchett.bsky.social
#jrp
#jrpcanada
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https://j-source.ca/new-study-launched-of-how-journalists-do-their-jobs/
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The Tyee
7 months ago
Spurred on by local supporters and backed by their union, four laid-off journalists established a workersâ non-profit co-op to create a new community-focused publication. Freshet News launched its website and weekly newsletter last week.
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Is Print the Future of Local News? This Co-Op Thinks So | The Tyee
Freshet News, owned by workers, has launched to cover Burnaby, New Westminster and the Tri-Cities.
https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/10/24/Is-Print-Future-Local-News-Co-Op-Thinks-So/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=editorial
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I'm going to make sure this takes off in the office lol
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7 months ago
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Evan Bernick, a finite mode with a smol hooman and a lorg floof
7 months ago
Friendly reminder to interim U.S. attorneys
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Eby says B.C. tried to involve private owners in Cowichan Aboriginal title case
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Eby says B.C. tried to involve private owners in Cowichan Aboriginal title case
British Columbia Premier David Eby says the province previously tried unsuccessfully to get private property owners involved in the landmark Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title case.
https://cheknews.ca/eby-says-b-c-tried-to-involve-private-owners-in-cowichan-aboriginal-title-case-1284535/
7 months ago
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Trust should be a two-way street between governments and the public
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Why Canada needs a trust ecosystem in government
Canadaâs resilience depends on trust â not just in government, but between leaders, public servants and citizens.
https://policyoptions.irpp.org/2025/10/trust-government-public/
7 months ago
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Investigative Journalism Foundation
7 months ago
What happens when a celebrated scientist is accused of fabricating results to promote his patented product? Weâve obtained a leaked investigation report into misconduct at UBC, and weâre making the findings public for the first time.
theijf.org/ubc-misconduct
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BC Ferries union members report 'disturbing levels' of abuse from passengers
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BC Ferries union members report 'disturbing levels' of abuse from passengers
With the Thanksgiving long weekend underway, the BC Ferry & Marine Workersâ Union is asking travellers to be patient with members, as a "disturbing" number of ferry workers report abuse from the publi...
https://cheknews.ca/bc-ferries-union-members-report-disturbing-levels-of-abuse-from-passengers-1283019/
7 months ago
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Michelle Gamage
8 months ago
A single Vancouver police officer made $397,258 last year, making $239,258 in overtime on top of their base pay of up to $158,000. This is the wildest FOI I've seen in a long time. Well done Liam Britten for digging this up.
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47 VPD officers made over $100K in OT last year â and one banked $239K, FOI data shows | CBC News
A single Vancouver police sergeant was paid $239,258 in overtime alone last year, on top of the rank's base pay of up to $158,000. The figure comes from a freedom of information request filed with the...
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vpd-overtime-freedom-of-information-1.7648879
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âThe pope has condemned clickbait as a âdegradingâ part of journalismâ Well there you have it folks.
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You wonât believe what degrading practice the pope just condemned
Communication must be freed from clickbait and misguided thinking, head of Catholic church tells journalists
https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/oct/10/you-wont-believe-what-degrading-practice-the-pope-just-condemned?CMP=share_btn_url
8 months ago
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Raphael Lemkin Coined the Word Genocide. What Would He Say Today? via
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Raphael Lemkin Coined the Word Genocide. What Would He Say Today? | The Tyee
The haunting story of the refugee driven to name and prevent the greatest crimes of all.
https://thetyee.ca/Culture/2025/09/29/Raphael-Lemkin-Coined-Word-Genocide/
8 months ago
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âWe have long-term plans to study all 10 provincial and three territorial cabinet systems âŚâ This is really important and exciting work.
policyoptions.irpp.org/2025/09/cabi...
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Why provincial cabinets deserve more attention in Canadian politics
Premiers may be more powerful than the PM within their provinces. Research shows why provincial cabinet governance deserves more study.
https://policyoptions.irpp.org/2025/09/cabinet-government/
8 months ago
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Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for BC
8 months ago
Recommendations from the Audit of the University of British Columbia's Duty to Assist. Full overview text:
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Justin McElroy đ¨đŚ
8 months ago
There are folks who like to take "sides" in local media, cheering for or against organizations or journalists like they're heroes or villains in the ongoing struggle for truth. But in B.C., it's more like an ecosystem. There are places you might like less or more, but they all contribute.
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Jen St. Denis
8 months ago
Global is a really important part of BCâs news ecosystem Just to name one example, they were able to break a series of important stories about the Noelle OâSoup case
globalnews.ca/news/9032414...
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Justin McElroy đ¨đŚ
9 months ago
Global News laid off 26 journalists in B.C. and Alberta today. In B.C. the layoffs include virtually all of the online team, along with many others. The business is increasingly cruel, and the hollowing out of newsrooms providing fair and reliable information continues to suck.
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Emmett Macfarlane đ¨đŚ
9 months ago
I think this is part of it, but only part. The other part is an information environment of rampant, unrestrained mis & disinformation and a society filled with people primed to read less and not just not care, but take pride in ignorance.
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Global Reporting Centre
9 months ago
The Global Reporting Centre joins @RSF_inter and 150 fellow media outlets in calling for Israel to
#ProtectJournalistsInGaza
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Columbia Journalism Review
9 months ago
Urgent ideas for defending press freedom in Gaza, the worldâs deadliest place for journalists. By
@azmatzahra.bsky.social
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@meghnadbose.bsky.social
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@laurenwatsonjourno.bsky.social
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Urgent Ideas for Defending Press Freedom in Gaza
Letters, condemnations, and Israeli court cases have failed to change the worldâs deadliest place for journalists. Weâve cast out for a new approach.
https://www.cjr.org/feature/urgen-ideas-defending-press-freedom-gaza-palestine-israel-new-approach.php
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The sovereign individual and the paradox of the digital age
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The sovereign individual and the paradox of the digital age | Aeon Essays
Data has created a new and paradoxical social order: the promise of emancipation is made possible by classifying everything
https://aeon.co/essays/the-sovereign-individual-and-the-paradox-of-the-digital-age
9 months ago
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Charleigh's Case Shows Why Politicians Shouldn't Usurp Medical Experts via
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Charleighâs Case Shows Why Politicians Shouldnât Usurp Medical Experts | The Tyee
Evidence, not political pressure, should determine funding for costly treatments.
https://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025/08/22/Charleigh-Pollock-Rare-Diseases-Expensive-Drugs-Politicians/
9 months ago
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Israel kills six more journalists in Gaza.
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Israel Kills Six More Journalists in Gaza
Around two hundred members of the media have now lost their lives since October 7.
https://www.cjr.org/the_media_today/israel-kills-six-more-journalists-in-gaza-anas-al-sharif-qreiqeh-zaher-noufal-aliwa-khaldi.php
9 months ago
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