WINNIPEG, MB, April 12, 2014 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “These awards are named after pioneers and innovators of our industry, and some of
Read moreDARTMOUTH, NS, April 12, 2014 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Atlantic Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “These awards are named after pioneers and innovators of our industry, and some of
Read moreTORONTO, ON, April 5, 2014 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “These awards are named after pioneers and innovators of our industry, and some of
Read moreBURNABY, BC, April 5, 2014 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the BC Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “These awards are named after pioneers and innovators of our industry, and some of
Read moreRTDNA 2015 National Conference TORONTO, ON June 16, 2015 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2014 RTDNA Awards. Sixty-six awards were handed out at the National Awards Gala on June 6th, 2015 at the Shangri-La Toronto Hotel. The RTDNA Awards honour the best in electronic and digital
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June 11, 2015 – RTDNA Canada supports the statement issued on June 10, 2015 by Jennifer McGuire, editor-in-chief of CBC News following the firing of CBC host Evan Solomon over conflict-of-interest allegations. Lamenting the state of journalism in Canada, McGuire said, “Its time for every single professional journalist and media organization to stop providing ammunition” All
Read moreTORONTO, ON July 20, 2015 – RTDNA Canada opposes a new policy by the RCMP not to release names of homicide victims, or the names of accident victims. RTDNA Canada President Ian Koenigsfest says, “We believe that the release of names of major crime and fatal accident victims is in the public interest, and should
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By Mike Cavender, RTDNA Executive Director The sudden decision by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the national police service in Canada, to stop releasing the names of people who are crime victims or die in accidents is a bad policy. RTDNA joins our Canadian colleagues at RTDNA Canada in opposing the RCMP decision. As
Read moreTORONTO, ON August 12, 2015 – RTDNA Canada opposes in the strongest terms the charges laid against CTV News correspondent Tom Walters filed by St. Louis County while he reported on the protests in Ferguson, Missouri last year. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “ Tom was simply doing his job under extremely trying conditions and we call on
Read moreRTDNA Canada is shocked and saddened in the senseless killing of a television reporter and photographer this morning in Virginia. WDBJ-TV reporter Alison Parker and photographer Adam Ward were fatally shot while appearing on-air. Video from the broadcast shows the reporter interviewing a person about local tourism at a local shopping mall when several shots
Read moreRTDNA Canada welcomes the release of Canadian journalist Mohamed Fahmy from prison in Egypt. Fahmy who recently lost his second trial on terrorism-related charges, was pardoned by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. In welcoming the decision, RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest called for the release of all journalists imprisoned around the world. “No journalist should be
Read moreWe are excited to announce the upcoming National Conference dates for 2016! Please save the dates in your calendar for June 2 – 4, 2016 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto. More details to come. RTDNA Canada is the voice of electronic and digital journalists and news managers in Canada. The members of RTDNA Canada recognize the
Read moreFor the full report please click here RTDNA Canada is the voice of electronic and digital journalists and news managers in Canada. The members of RTDNA Canada recognize the responsibility of broadcast journalists to promote and to protect the freedom to report independently about matters of public interest and to present a wide range of expressions,
Read moreIs it time to have a national register of journalists in Canada with the RTDNA’s Code of Ethics as an overriding professional charter? RTDNA Canada’s position on the Alberta government and Rebel Media. http://globalnews.ca/news/2520531/notley-government-bans-right-wing-group-from-covering-announcements/ RTDNA Canada is the voice of electronic and digital journalists and news managers in Canada. The members of RTDNA Canada recognize the
Read moreFor immediate release March 17, 2016 TWO GIANTS OF BROADCAST JOURNALISM TO RECEIVE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Peter Mansbridge and Tom Clark to be honoured by RTDNA Canada – Radio Television Digital News Association Ian Koenigsfest, President of RTDNA Canada, announced the organization will present Lifetime Achievement Awards to two of Canada’s most respected and well-known
Read moreAre you a social media trailblazer? The RTDNA has an exciting volunteer opportunity for a journalism student to provide social media coverage of the RTDNA’s upcoming national conference June 2 – 4, 2016 in Toronto. You will have access to the finest electronic and digital news journalists in Canada and the opportunity to tell the
Read moreSASKATOON, SK March 25, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital.“At a time of unprecedented challenges to our industry, it is now more
Read moreToronto, ON, March 26, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital.“At a time of unprecedented challenges
Read moreVancouver, BC, March 25, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the BC Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital.“At a time of unprecedented challenges
Read moreDARTMOUTH, NS, March 25, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Atlantic Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “At a time of unprecedented challenges to our industry, it is now
Read moreRTDNA Canada is delighted to announce that Lisa LaFlamme will receive the RTDNA’s prestigious President’s Award. In making the announcement, RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “Lisa LaFlamme’s career as a broadcast journalist in Canada has been punctuated with both the highest achievements as well as trailblazing accomplishments.” The President’s Award, which is the highest honour
Read moreRTDNA Canada celebrates deep history with 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award winners. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest says, “The 8 winners of the 2016 RTDNA Canada Lifetime Achievement award symbolise the rich history and tradition of Canada’s electronic broadcast industry. Each recipient has made a lasting and memorable mark on their community and the country as a
Read moreThe 2016 RTDNA National Conference June 2 – 4, 2016 will once again be held at the Shangri-La Hotel in Toronto, ON. The current hot topic for news managers and their staff is how to transition from the successful business, technical and editorial practices of the past to new strategies of engaging our increasingly fragmented
Read moreDARTMOUTH, NS, April 16, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Atlantic Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for the exceptionally high quality of work across all our
Read moreSASKATOON, SK April 23, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for the exceptionally high quality of work across all
Read moreTORONTO, ON, April 24, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for the exceptionally high quality of work across all our
Read moreVANCOUVER, BC, April 24, 2016 – RTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the BC Region. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for the exceptionally high quality of work across all our
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to announce that the 2016 Distinguished Service Award will be presented to members of the committee that revised and modernised the association’s Code of Journalism Ethics. Following a spirited discussion at the 2015 national conference on ethics, several RTDNA members suggested the Code was in need of an overhaul. A committee
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RTDNA Canada called on the government’s heritage committee to fund research into local news and create seed money for local news start-ups that abide by rigorous journalistic standards. Making its first-ever presentation to a parliamentary committee, RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest and Past President Andy LeBlanc made four recommendations to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage this
Read moreRTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism for the Network stations. “The RTDNA’s network awards once again highlight the depth and scope of outstanding storytelling in Canada,” said RTDNA Canada President Ian Koenigsfest “….and despite another year of challenges in our industry, this year’s winners are world
Read moreBy Andy LeBlanc, past president RTDNA Canada’s voice has been heard. On Tuesday, our President Ian Koenigsfest and I appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage examining media ownership and its impact on local news. The text was prepared with considerable input from several members of our board. On May 6th,
Read moreRTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism for the Network stations. The RTDNA’s national awards represent the best in national storytelling on all platforms and they highlight that journalism is a team endeavour. Once again the calibre of entries has been world class and they reflect the
Read more48 Speakers | 16 Topics | 3 Networking Events | 2 Days You won’t want to miss this year’s RTDNA Canada Conference. Situated in downtown Toronto bordering the financial and entertainment districts is the Shangri-La Hotel, location for this year’s RTDNA Canada National Conference. Join other news professionals and journalists at the only conference of
Read moreRTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism for the Network stations. The RTDNA’s national awards represent the best in national storytelling on all platforms and they highlight that journalism is a team endeavour. Once again the caliber of entries has been world class and they reflect the
Read moreRTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism for the Network stations. “The RTDNA’s network awards once again highlight the depth and scope of outstanding storytelling in Canada,” said RTDNA Canada President Ian Koenigsfest “….and despite another year of challenges in our industry, this year’s winners are world
Read moreRTDNA Canada supports the call for an independent, third-party investigation into the death of Toronto Star reporter Raveena Aulakh. The RTDNAs Code of Journalistic Ethics makes reference to journalists being able to govern themselves on and off the job in a manner that avoids conflict of interest, real or perceived. When conflicts are unavoidable, they
Read moreThe RTDNA Canada Code of Journalistic Ethics has long been the industry standard for broadcast journalism as administered by the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council (CBSC) since 1993. A major revision of the Code of Journalistic Ethics will officially replace the existing Code of Ethics on Canada Day, 2016. The RTDNA Canada membership approved the changes
Read moreI’ve heard a lot of positive feedback from our members and it appears that the 2016 national conference was a great success. Thank you again to our special partners, sponsors and attendees for your support and commitment to RTDNA Canada. Congratulations also to all the award winners, your work was recognised for its outstanding quality.
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Written by Manny Paiva, RTDNA Canada Central Region Director A famous Canadian once said, “You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.” So with Wayne Gretzky’s quote ringing in the back of my head, I decided to apply for the News Director position at CTV Windsor and was fortunate enough to be chosen
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Written by Liam Nixon, Prairies Regional Director It’s hard to fathom, but the 2016 summer vacation is quickly coming to an end for post-secondary students across the country. It’s time to re-engage the brain. For some, it’s the first foray into a broadcasting program; for others, the end is near. Whether you are about to
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Written by Kym Geddes, International Representative, RTDNA Canada Despite the development of Periscope and Facebook Live, electronic journalists still have superior ability and opportunity to provide viewers and listeners with vital news information instantly. Journalists have a special responsibility in such situations to be accurate and to be measured in the tone of their coverage.
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Tips on how to choose well and increase your chances of getting a job Written by Lis Travers, RTDNF President You’ve done the homework. Read the book. Wrote the script. In today’s J-schools, you probably also shot, edited, and tweeted, Facebooked and Instagrammed your story assignment as well. Now you are ready, oh so
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RTDNA Canada condemns the action taken by the Quebec provincial police in which six members of the media were spied on in 2013 as part of a police investigation. The action is contrary to a democracy with an independent media. RTDNA Canada President Ian Koenigsfest says the activity is extremely troubling and contravenes the RTDNA’s
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RTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreAre you ready to submit your best work from 2016? Now is the time to start thinking about what you want to submit for the upcoming RTDNA Canada Award season. Submissions open December 12th. We are pleased to announce an expansion of the awards to be presented by RTDNA Canada in 2017. View the image below
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As 2016 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on what has been a busy and productive year at RTDNA Canada. The association introduced an updated and overhauled Code of Journalistic Ethics, which more accurately reflects the current state of our industry. The new code has been adopted by the CBSC and it continues
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Written by Lis Travers, General Manager CTVNews.ca, CTV News Channel, and President Radio Television Digital News Foundation How many times, in how many newsrooms, from how many leaders, have we heard about the need to break down the silos? Years ago that meant getting departments to, at very least, talk to each other, let alone
Read moreToronto, ON, March 7, 2017 – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and new gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “As our industry continues to weather a bombardment from many fronts, it is
Read moreToronto, ON, March 7, 2017 – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Atlantic Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and new gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “As our industry continues to weather a bombardment from many fronts, it is
Read moreToronto, ON, March 7, 2017 – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the British Columbia Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and new gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “As our industry continues to weather a bombardment from many fronts, it
Read moreToronto, ON, March 7, 2017 – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and new gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “As our industry continues to weather a bombardment from many fronts, it is
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Each year the association hosts four regional meetings bringing together individuals in the broadcast and digital news industry to network and celebrate excellence in the field. During these events winners will be announced in a number of different categories including Continuing Coverage, Creative Use of Video, Data Storytelling and many more. These events are hosted
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two outstanding individuals in the Atlantic region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism/news management. Debbie Cooper, CBC Debbie Cooper has been a fixture of Newfoundland and Labrador television for more than 27 years. As the backbone
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 3, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism with the finalists for the Network Awards. The RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “As our industry continues to weather a bombardment from many fronts, it is crucial to
Read moreHalifax, NS – (April 8, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Atlantic Region RTDNA Canada Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and new gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for another year of breathtaking work which kept
Read moreVancouver, British Columbia – (April 10, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two outstanding individuals in the BC region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “Cecilia and John epitomise the very high standard
Read moreWritten by Karen Mitchell, News Director, CTV News Winnipeg and Prairies Regional Director, RTDNA Canada So. You’ve graduated and are ready to hit the field running. There’s nothing quite as exciting as chasing that first job! The competition is tough, with many people just like you looking for a foot in the door. So how
Read moreGord Gillies and David Spence announced as Prairies recipients of the RTDNA Canada Lifetime Achievement Award Calgary, AB – (April 12, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two individuals in the Prairies region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism/news management. Karen
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO—(April 12, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce that Mike Cavender will receive the 2017 RTDNA Bill Hutton Award of Excellence. Formerly known as the “Friend of RTDNA Canada Award” the award was renamed in 2009 to honour the late Bill Hutton, RTDNA Canada’s first president. The award is given to individuals
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (April 18, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize three outstanding individuals in the Central region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. “These three recipients embody the spirit of the RTDNA’s Lifetime Achievement Award both individually
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO—(April 19, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is privileged to announce that Stuart McLean will receive the RTDNA’s prestigious President’s Award. The award will be presented posthumously to Mr. McLean’s sons at the President’s Reception on May 26 during the 2017 RTDNA National Conference & Awards Gala. The President’s Award, which is the highest honour
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 20, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce the introduction of a new Lifetime Achievement Awards category for Network Programming. This year we received a number of outstanding nominations from across Canada and it became evident that there are exceptional individuals who don’t fit within the category of a regional award
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 22, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Central Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for another year of breathtaking work which kept our
Read moreVancouver, BC – (April 22, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the British Columbia Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to the winners for another year of breathtaking work which kept
Read moreCalgary, AB, – (April 29, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Prairie Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. Awards were presented at the 2017 Prairies Regional Meeting this evening in Calgary, Alberta. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (May 1, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce the finalists for the RTDNA Canada National Awards. The entries represent excellence in broadcast and digital journalism in Canada. The RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “As our industry continues to weather
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In this era of fake news, media distrust and rapid technological change, is the news industry in a crisis? Join us for the 2017 RTDNA Canada National Conference on May 26-27 in Toronto (ON) themed Connecting With Audiences in the Age of Mistrust, for some frank discussions about how to reconnect and regain the trust
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (May 10, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Mark Mietkiewicz as the recipient of the 2017 Distinguished Service Award. The award honours a member who has played a major role in the continuing success of RTDNA Canada. The award is presented in recognition and appreciation of outstanding contribution and exemplary
Read more77% of Canadians are more likely to believe the media over the government (23%) when the government denies a report May 26, 2017: Is there a low public trust in mainstream news and has that put the industry at risk? Is the journalistic profession in danger of becoming irrelevant? A critical issue that has kept
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (May 27, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce the winners of the 2017 RTDNA Canada National Awards. Awards were presented this evening at the 2017 National Conference and Awards Gala. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television, and digital. All National Award finalists
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (May 27, 2017) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce the winners of the 2017 RTDNA Canada Network Awards. Awards were presented this evening at the 2017 National Conference and Awards Gala. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television, and digital. “Congratulations to the winners
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From my own observations and all the feedback I have received it appears that the 2017 national conference was a great success and well received by those who attended. Year on year, our attendance numbers were up and we had a record number of award entries. In addition to the success of the national convention,
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Are you ready to submit your best work from 2017? Now is the time to start thinking about what you want to submit for the upcoming RTDNA Canada award season. Submissions for Regional and Network programming open December 4th. We are pleased to announce an expansion of the awards to be presented in 2018. Visit
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Do you or your colleagues have an award-worthy newscast that more people should know about? RTDNA Canada is now accepting submissions for Regional and Network programming awards. Our awards honour the very best in Canadian television, radio, and digital news journalism. View the image below for details and visit bitly.com/RTDNAawards to see the entry guidelines
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RTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the East Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the West Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
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The next regional meetings and awards galas are coming soon to a city near you. Each year the association hosts four regional meetings bringing together individuals in the broadcast and digital news industry to network and celebrate excellence in the field. During these events, winners will be announced in a number of different categories including
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize three outstanding individuals in the West region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “Rick, Hudson and Wayne epitomise the very high standard of journalism in Western Canada, their lifetime
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two outstanding individuals in the East region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “Lynn and Terry epitomize the very high standard of journalism in Canada. Their lifetime achievement awards
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two outstanding individuals in the Prairie region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. “Once again the prestigious RTDNA Lifetime Achievement Award is recognizing two exceptionally talented people who have provided their community with decades
Read moreDartmouth, NS – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the East Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreRegina, SK – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Prairie Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreVancouver, BC – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the West Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Central Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 23, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the finalists for the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this country but Canadian journalists
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 24, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the finalists for the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this country but Canadian journalists
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (April 26, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is proud to announce that Kevin Newman will receive the RTDNA’s prestigious President’s Award. The award will be presented to Mr. Newman at the President’s Reception on May 25 during the 2018 RTDNA National Conference & Awards Gala. The President’s Award, which is the highest honour bestowed
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 27, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Sandie Rinaldo as an outstanding individual who has distinguished herself through exemplary service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism. “In her 45-years with CTV News, calling Sandie Rinaldo an icon would be a major understatement”, said RTDNA
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 30, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce that Journalists for Human Rights will receive the 2018 RTDNA Bill Hutton Award of Excellence. Formerly known as the “Friend of RTDNA Canada Award” the award was renamed in 2009 to honour the late Bill Hutton, RTDNA Canada’s first president. The
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 1, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Kym Geddes as the recipient of the 2018 Distinguished Service Award. The award honours a member who has played a major role in the continuing success of RTDNA Canada. The award is presented in recognition and appreciation of outstanding contribution and exemplary
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 2, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize three outstanding individuals in the Central region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. “These three recipients embody the spirit of the RTDNA’s Lifetime Achievement Award for their
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 27, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough as
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 27, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough as
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Welcome to RTDNA Canada, the Association of Electronic Journalists. We are extremely proud of our 56 -year history as an association. RTDNA Canada is the voice of electronic and digital journalists and news managers in Canada. The members of RTDNA Canada recognize the responsibility of broadcast journalists to promote and to protect their freedom; to
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Are you ready to submit your best work from 2018? Now is the time to start thinking about what you want to submit for the upcoming RTDNA Canada award season. Submissions for Regional and Network programming open December 3rd. We are pleased to announce an expansion of the awards to be presented in 2019. See
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Do you or your colleagues have an award-worthy newscast that more people should know about? RTDNA Canada is now accepting submissions for Regional and Network programming awards. Our awards honour the very best in Canadian television, radio, and digital news journalism. View the image below for details and visit bitly.com/RTDNAawards to see the entry guidelines and
Read moreRTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces West Region Award Finalists Vancouver, BC – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the West Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces Prairie Region Award Finalists Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital.
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces East Region Award Finalists Halifax, NS – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the East Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces Central Region Award Finalists Toronto, ONTARIO – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television
Read moreToronto – March 13, 2019 – The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) of Canada and the Radio Television Digital News Foundation (RTDNF) are honoured to announce the creation of the Dataminr Digital News Scholarship, the first digital scholarship awarded through the RTDNF. Launching this month, the $2,000 yearly scholarship is available in time for
Read moreMarch 13, 2019 – The Radio Television News Directors Foundation of Canada is pleased to announce the addition of a new national scholarship. JJ Richards Scholarship This award is for a student who is registered full time in their third or final year in a recognized journalism program in Canada. Candidates must submit a radio
Read moreRegister and Book Accommodation Today! The Radio Television and Digital News Association of Canada’s annual conference will be held on May 10-11, 2019 at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in downtown Toronto. This year we boldly look toward the future and what that holds for the journalism profession. The conference is a unique opportunity for news
Read moreHalifax, Nova Scotia – (March 26, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Brian Madore who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “I am thrilled to see Brian Madore’s contribution to journalism recognized by
Read moreVancouver, BC – (April 1, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Rob Germain who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Rob Germain’s contributions to journalism in British Columbia are significant. Germain played a key
Read moreVancouver, BC – (April 1, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Lynda Steele who has distinguished herself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism and broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Lynda Steele has had a major role in journalism in western Canada. Lynda has always put the
Read moreSaskatoon, SK – (April 2, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Geoff Currier who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Geoff Currier has been a trusted voice in sports and
Read moreSaskatoon, SK – (April 2, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Cecil Rosner who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Cecil Rosner has led investigations at CBC that have uncovered wrong doing and led
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 7, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Central Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. 2019 RTDNA Awards – CENTRAL Region Winners: Digital
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the finalists for the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. National winners will be announced at the RTDNA Canada
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the finalists for the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. Network winners will be announced at the RTDNA
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 12, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to posthumously recognize Joe Schlesinger with its highest honour, a Lifetime Achievement Award. Schlesinger distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “it’s an honour to
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 17, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Troy Reeb who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “RTDNA Canada is recognizing a news leader who represents the
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Early Bird Registration Ends April 22, 2019 Conference Program We are delighted to share the latest version of the program for the 2019 National Conference! The annual conference will be held on May 10-11, 2019 at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in downtown Toronto. This year we boldly look toward the future and what that
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 23, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize George Browne who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “George Browne has worked with me as co-chair planning and developing
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (April 26, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is proud to announce that the Regional Chairs will receive the prestigious President’s Award. The award will be presented to Dan Appleby, Rhonda Brown, Ron Kronstein, Liam Nixon, Manny Paiva, Jill Smith, Les Staff and Kathryn Stewart at the President’s Reception
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 2, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce that Gerry Belec will receive the 2019 RTDNA Bill Hutton Award of Excellence. Formerly known as the “Friend of RTDNA Canada Award” the award was renamed in 2009 to honour the late Bill Hutton, RTDNA Canada’s first
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But Millennials Continue to Challenge News Outlets as Majority (56%) Says Traditional News Sources are Becoming Less Relevant Toronto, ON, May 10, 2019 — In an era of fake news, Canadians say they’re becoming increasingly able to differentiate between what is real and what is fake, and trust in traditional news media sources is beginning
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 12, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners for the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to all the 2019 RTDNA award winners –
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 12, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners for the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. There is only one way to become a National
Read moreHappy New Year to you all and thank you for your continued support of RTDNA Canada. The award submissions are now open and while many of you have already submitted, a reminder that the early bird deadline ends on January 12th. In 2019 we witnessed many examples of ground-breaking journalism from across the country! During
Read moreRTDNA Canada salutes Ken Shaw on a remarkable 40 year career in broadcast journalism. https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/ctv-news-toronto-veteran-ken-shaw-thanks-viewers-for-their-trust-in-final-newscast-1.4755300
Read moreRTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Central Region Award Finalists Toronto, ON – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio,
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Eastern Region Award Finalists Halifax, NS – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Eastern Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Western Region Award Finalists Vancouver, BC – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Western Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Prairies Region Award Finalists Calgary, AB – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairies Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in
Read moreWe are closely monitoring the recent developments regarding COVID-19. We will keep our members informed as to the status of our upcoming regional meetings and national conference. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Sherry Naylor at admin@RTDNACanada.com.
Read moreDear RTDNA Members, As the situation regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve, we have made the decision to cancel the RTDNA Regional and National events that were to be held this Spring. The economic impact will be substantial, and we hope our sponsors will continue to support RTDNA. We will keep you updated on all areas.
Read moreIt’s that time of year! The 2021 Awards Submissions are now open. The 2021 RTDNA Canada Awards are presented for the best in Audio, Video, and Digital Journalism first published in 2020. For full details on the entry guidelines and submissions process, visit rtdnacanada.com/entry-guidelines. You can review a breakdown of the award categories here: Regional
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Free speech and an informed public are vital to a democratic society. The members of RTDNA Canada recognize…
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The prestigious president’s award is given to Canadian journalists in honour of the difficult, ethical choices they make.
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RTDNA Canada called on the government’s heritage committee to fund research into local news and create seed money for local news start-ups that abide by rigorous journalistic standards. Making its first-ever presentation to a parliamentary committee, RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest and Past President Andy LeBlanc made four recommendations to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage this
Read moreRTDNA Canada, The Association of Electronic Journalists, is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism for the Network stations. “The RTDNA’s network awards once again highlight the depth and scope of outstanding storytelling in Canada,” said RTDNA Canada President Ian Koenigsfest “….and despite another year of challenges in our industry, this year’s winners are world
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Written by Manny Paiva, RTDNA Canada Central Region Director A famous Canadian once said, “You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.” So with Wayne Gretzky’s quote ringing in the back of my head, I decided to apply for the News Director position at CTV Windsor and was fortunate enough to be chosen
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Written by Liam Nixon, Prairies Regional Director It’s hard to fathom, but the 2016 summer vacation is quickly coming to an end for post-secondary students across the country. It’s time to re-engage the brain. For some, it’s the first foray into a broadcasting program; for others, the end is near. Whether you are about to
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Written by Kym Geddes, International Representative, RTDNA Canada Despite the development of Periscope and Facebook Live, electronic journalists still have superior ability and opportunity to provide viewers and listeners with vital news information instantly. Journalists have a special responsibility in such situations to be accurate and to be measured in the tone of their coverage.
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Tips on how to choose well and increase your chances of getting a job Written by Lis Travers, RTDNF President You’ve done the homework. Read the book. Wrote the script. In today’s J-schools, you probably also shot, edited, and tweeted, Facebooked and Instagrammed your story assignment as well. Now you are ready, oh so
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RTDNA Canada condemns the action taken by the Quebec provincial police in which six members of the media were spied on in 2013 as part of a police investigation. The action is contrary to a democracy with an independent media. RTDNA Canada President Ian Koenigsfest says the activity is extremely troubling and contravenes the RTDNA’s
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As 2016 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on what has been a busy and productive year at RTDNA Canada. The association introduced an updated and overhauled Code of Journalistic Ethics, which more accurately reflects the current state of our industry. The new code has been adopted by the CBSC and it continues
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Written by Lis Travers, General Manager CTVNews.ca, CTV News Channel, and President Radio Television Digital News Foundation How many times, in how many newsrooms, from how many leaders, have we heard about the need to break down the silos? Years ago that meant getting departments to, at very least, talk to each other, let alone
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In this era of fake news, media distrust and rapid technological change, is the news industry in a crisis? Join us for the 2017 RTDNA Canada National Conference on May 26-27 in Toronto (ON) themed Connecting With Audiences in the Age of Mistrust, for some frank discussions about how to reconnect and regain the trust
Read more77% of Canadians are more likely to believe the media over the government (23%) when the government denies a report May 26, 2017: Is there a low public trust in mainstream news and has that put the industry at risk? Is the journalistic profession in danger of becoming irrelevant? A critical issue that has kept
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From my own observations and all the feedback I have received it appears that the 2017 national conference was a great success and well received by those who attended. Year on year, our attendance numbers were up and we had a record number of award entries. In addition to the success of the national convention,
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Are you ready to submit your best work from 2017? Now is the time to start thinking about what you want to submit for the upcoming RTDNA Canada award season. Submissions for Regional and Network programming open December 4th. We are pleased to announce an expansion of the awards to be presented in 2018. Visit
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Do you or your colleagues have an award-worthy newscast that more people should know about? RTDNA Canada is now accepting submissions for Regional and Network programming awards. Our awards honour the very best in Canadian television, radio, and digital news journalism. View the image below for details and visit bitly.com/RTDNAawards to see the entry guidelines
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RTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the East Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (March 9, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the West Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize three outstanding individuals in the West region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “Rick, Hudson and Wayne epitomise the very high standard of journalism in Western Canada, their lifetime
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two outstanding individuals in the East region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, “Lynn and Terry epitomize the very high standard of journalism in Canada. Their lifetime achievement awards
Read moreRTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize two outstanding individuals in the Prairie region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. “Once again the prestigious RTDNA Lifetime Achievement Award is recognizing two exceptionally talented people who have provided their community with decades
Read moreDartmouth, NS – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the East Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreRegina, SK – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Prairie Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreVancouver, BC – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the West Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 22, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Central Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 23, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the finalists for the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this country but Canadian journalists
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 24, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the finalists for the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “It has been another tumultuous year for journalism in this country but Canadian journalists
Read moreToronto, ONTARIO – (April 26, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is proud to announce that Kevin Newman will receive the RTDNA’s prestigious President’s Award. The award will be presented to Mr. Newman at the President’s Reception on May 25 during the 2018 RTDNA National Conference & Awards Gala. The President’s Award, which is the highest honour bestowed
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 27, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Sandie Rinaldo as an outstanding individual who has distinguished herself through exemplary service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism. “In her 45-years with CTV News, calling Sandie Rinaldo an icon would be a major understatement”, said RTDNA
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 30, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce that Journalists for Human Rights will receive the 2018 RTDNA Bill Hutton Award of Excellence. Formerly known as the “Friend of RTDNA Canada Award” the award was renamed in 2009 to honour the late Bill Hutton, RTDNA Canada’s first president. The
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 1, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Kym Geddes as the recipient of the 2018 Distinguished Service Award. The award honours a member who has played a major role in the continuing success of RTDNA Canada. The award is presented in recognition and appreciation of outstanding contribution and exemplary
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 2, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize three outstanding individuals in the Central region who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their careers in journalism and news management. “These three recipients embody the spirit of the RTDNA’s Lifetime Achievement Award for their
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 27, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough as
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 27, 2018) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “With a record number of entries this year, the competition was as tough as
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Welcome to RTDNA Canada, the Association of Electronic Journalists. We are extremely proud of our 56 -year history as an association. RTDNA Canada is the voice of electronic and digital journalists and news managers in Canada. The members of RTDNA Canada recognize the responsibility of broadcast journalists to promote and to protect their freedom; to
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Are you ready to submit your best work from 2018? Now is the time to start thinking about what you want to submit for the upcoming RTDNA Canada award season. Submissions for Regional and Network programming open December 3rd. We are pleased to announce an expansion of the awards to be presented in 2019. See
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Do you or your colleagues have an award-worthy newscast that more people should know about? RTDNA Canada is now accepting submissions for Regional and Network programming awards. Our awards honour the very best in Canadian television, radio, and digital news journalism. View the image below for details and visit bitly.com/RTDNAawards to see the entry guidelines and
Read moreRTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces West Region Award Finalists Vancouver, BC – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the West Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces Prairie Region Award Finalists Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairie Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital.
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces East Region Award Finalists Halifax, NS – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the East Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces Central Region Award Finalists Toronto, ONTARIO – (March 11, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television
Read moreSaskatoon, SK – (April 2, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Geoff Currier who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Geoff Currier has been a trusted voice in sports and
Read moreSaskatoon, SK – (April 2, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Cecil Rosner who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Cecil Rosner has led investigations at CBC that have uncovered wrong doing and led
Read moreToronto, ON – (April 7, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners of the Central Region RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and news gathering organizations in radio, television and digital. 2019 RTDNA Awards – CENTRAL Region Winners: Digital
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 12, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to posthumously recognize Joe Schlesinger with its highest honour, a Lifetime Achievement Award. Schlesinger distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “it’s an honour to
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 17, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Troy Reeb who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “RTDNA Canada is recognizing a news leader who represents the
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Early Bird Registration Ends April 22, 2019 Conference Program We are delighted to share the latest version of the program for the 2019 National Conference! The annual conference will be held on May 10-11, 2019 at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in downtown Toronto. This year we boldly look toward the future and what that
Read moreToronto, Ontario – (April 23, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize George Browne who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news management. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “George Browne has worked with me as co-chair planning and developing
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 2, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce that Gerry Belec will receive the 2019 RTDNA Bill Hutton Award of Excellence. Formerly known as the “Friend of RTDNA Canada Award” the award was renamed in 2009 to honour the late Bill Hutton, RTDNA Canada’s first
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 12, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners for the Network RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. “Congratulations to all the 2019 RTDNA award winners –
Read moreToronto, ON – (May 12, 2019) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize journalistic excellence with the winners for the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio, television and digital. There is only one way to become a National
Read moreRTDNA Canada is inviting nominations for individuals who have distinguished themselves through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of their career in journalism or news management. This award is for lifetime achievement rather than for a single contribution. Do you know an outstanding individual with at least 30 years of distinguished service? We
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Central Region Award Finalists Toronto, ON – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Central Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in radio,
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Eastern Region Award Finalists Halifax, NS – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Eastern Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Western Region Award Finalists Vancouver, BC – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Western Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in
Read moreRTDNA Canada Announces 2020 Prairies Region Award Finalists Calgary, AB – (March 6, 2020) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in electronic journalism in the Prairies Region with the finalists for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in
Read moreWe are closely monitoring the recent developments regarding COVID-19. We will keep our members informed as to the status of our upcoming regional meetings and national conference. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Sherry Naylor at admin@RTDNACanada.com.
Read moreDear RTDNA Members, As the situation regarding COVID-19 continues to evolve, we have made the decision to cancel the RTDNA Regional and National events that were to be held this Spring. The economic impact will be substantial, and we hope our sponsors will continue to support RTDNA. We will keep you updated on all areas.
Read moreIt’s that time of year! The 2021 Awards Submissions are now open. The 2021 RTDNA Canada Awards are presented for the best in Audio, Video, and Digital Journalism first published in 2020. For full details on the entry guidelines and submissions process, visit rtdnacanada.com/entry-guidelines. You can review a breakdown of the award categories here: Regional
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