TORONTO (January 4, 2022) — Pink Triangle Press (PTP), Canada’s leading LGBTQ2S+ media organization, announced today the appointment of Jennifer McGuire as Pink Triangle Press’ Chief Content Officer, effective January 4, 2022. McGuire, the former and the longest serving Editor-in-Chief of CBC News, is a media executive with deep experience across many genres of content […]
Read MoreRTDNA Canada wishes Wendy Freeman all the best as she steps down from her illustrious career at CTV News. Wendy is an RTDNA Canada Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and she has been a loyal supporter. We thank her for her contribution to Canadian journalism!
Read MoreToday is the final day for journalists and media workers in Canada to take part in Taking Care: A survey on mental health, well-being and trauma in Canadian journalism. So far, more than 1200 Canadian media workers have taken part in the 15 minute, anonymous, online survey – for frontline reporters and field staff, to editors, photographers, […]
Read More“Our greatest need today is to transform that hate and violence, the toxic sludge that’s coursing through our information ecosystem.” View her full speech here.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again! RTDNA Canada 2022 Awards submissions are now open. These awards will be presented in 2022 for the best in audio, video, and digital journalism first published in 2021. For full details on how to submit your work click here. To review awards criteria for Regional and National award categories […]
Read MoreHello, We are Matthew Pearson from the School of Journalism and Communication at Carleton University, and Dave Seglins from CBC News. We are working in collaboration with the Canadian Journalism Forum on Violence and Trauma and the Canadian Association of Journalists to get a better understanding of a wide range of issues pertinent to media […]
Read MoreIn a couple of months we will invite you to submit your best work for journalism published in 2021 by entering the 2021-2022 RTDNA Canada Awards. These awards will be presented in 2022. We listened to your feedback and back by popular demand, Multiplatform has been added (along with Audio, Digital and Video) in the following awards […]
Read MoreInterested in volunteering to be a judge? You can register directly on RTDNA Canada’s Award site now: https://rtdnaawards.com/judges. We want to expand and diversify our judging pool by recruiting different levels of experience; different skill sets; and a wider number of news entities including, but not limited to, editors, directors, photojournalists, employees at smaller news […]
Read MoreAs previously announced, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, RTDNA Canada held the national conference and awards gala virtually this year. Normally, the Annual General Meeting of the Radio Television Digital News Association is held at the national conference. This year, we ask you to attend the Annual General Meeting by videoconference. Invitation and Zoom link below. It […]
Read MoreRTDNA Canada is looking for members who are visionary, passionate and committed, to step into a more active role as a member on the Board of Directors. Join a group of dedicated news people who ensure our annual national and regional awards, professional development opportunities, and Code of Journalistic Ethics set the industry standard. We […]
Read MoreToronto, ON – (June 3, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism for the National RTDNA Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations, and news gathering organizations in video, audio and digital. Congratulations to the winners for their exceptional work! 2021 RTDNA Award […]
Read MoreToronto, ON – (June 3, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism with the winners of the 2021 Best Canadian Local News Awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in video, audio and digital. There is only one way to become a […]
Read MoreToronto, ONTARIO (June 3, 2021) – The RTDNA Canada President’s Award is presented annually to honour individuals, stations, companies, or groups. The recipient can come from within or outside the ranks of field. The President’s Award is the highest honour bestowed by the association to acknowledge individuals and organizations who have brought recognition and distinction […]
Read MoreToronto, ON (June 3, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to announce Darrell Bricker, Global Chief Executive Officer, Ipsos and Sean Simpson, Vice President – Public Affairs, Ipsos will receive the 2021 RTDNA Bill Hutton Award of Excellence. Formerly known as the “Friend of RTDNA Canada Award” the award was renamed in 2009 to honour […]
Read MoreToronto, ON (June 2, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Scott Metcalfe as the recipient of the 2021 Distinguished Service Award. The RTDNA Canada Distinguished Service 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 […]
Read MoreToronto, ON (June 1, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to honour Wendy Freeman with an RTDNA Canada 2021 National Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding service and continued excellence in her journalism career. RTDNA Canada President Fiona Conway said, “Wendy Freeman has been a leader and mentor to so many journalists I am sure […]
Read MoreHalifax, NS – (May 18, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism in the East Region with the winners for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations, and news gathering organizations in video, audio and digital. Congratulations to the winners for their exceptional […]
Read MoreVancouver, BC – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism in the West Region with the winners for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations, and news gathering organizations in video, audio and digital. Congratulations to the winners for their exceptional work! 2021 RTDNA […]
Read MoreCalgary, AB – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism in the Prairie Region with the winners for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations, and news gathering organizations in video, audio and digital. Congratulations to the winners for their exceptional work! 2021 RTDNA […]
Read MoreToronto, ON – (May 18, 2021) -RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism in the Central Region with the winners for the regional awards. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations and newsgathering organizations in video, audio and digital. Congratulations to the winners for their exceptional work! 2021 […]
Read MoreVancouver, BC – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Janet Brown who has distinguished herself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Congratulations Janet! I am thrilled your colleagues have chosen to celebrate you with this honour. […]
Read MoreVancouver, BC – (May 18, 2021) -RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Eric Rankin who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Although Eric retired in 2020 it is not said lightly that he has had a […]
Read MoreVancouver, BC – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Dave Barry who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Dave has had a major role in journalism in western Canada. Dave has mentored countless […]
Read MoreCalgary, AB – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Peter Wugalter who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “I am always so happy to recognize those behind the scenes who make our work […]
Read MoreCalgary, AB – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Paul Dunphy who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Congratulations Paul on being recognized by your colleagues! Your audience has come to rely on […]
Read MoreHalifax, NS – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Harry Forestell who has distinguished himself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of his career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Harry has covered every major story in the Maritimes and he is an important voice […]
Read MoreHalifax, NS – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Donna Allen who has distinguished herself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Congratulations Donna! You are integral to your team as a leader and mentor. Never afraid […]
Read MoreToronto, ON – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Sharon Murphy who has distinguished herself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Sharon has been there for so many major events in Canadian News and she’s become […]
Read MoreToronto, ON – (May 18, 2021) RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize Lis Travers who has distinguished herself through outstanding service and continued excellence during the course of her career in journalism and news broadcasting. RTDNA President Fiona Conway said, “Anyone who has been fortunate to work with Lis knows she is a mentor, friend, […]
Read MoreToronto, ON (April 29, 2021) – RTDNA Canada is pleased to recognize excellence in digital and broadcast journalism for the National RTDNA Canada Awards of Excellence. RTDNA Canada Awards honour the best journalists, programs, stations, and news gathering organizations in video, audio and digital. National Award winners will be announced, virtually, June 3, 2021. Congratulations […]
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