CTV's Kevin Newman to be presented with the 2018 RTDNA President's Award
TORONTO, April 26, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 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 by the association, acknowledges an individual who has brought recognition and distinction to the field of electronic and digital journalism.
In making the announcement, RTDNA President Ian Koenigsfest said, "For more than 30 years Kevin Newman has contributed his valuable insights and extraordinary storytelling abilities to audiences on both sides of the border," Koenigsfest added, "A pioneer in so many respects, the much decorated and highly respected Newman has provided context and meaning to the most important stories impacting our society during his vast career."
"Kevin's storied career has always been guided by the tenets of journalistic integrity and a deep commitment to the investigative process," said Wendy Freeman, President CTV News. "Simply put, Kevin is a visionary who won't rest until the story is delivered accurately, and his passion is a guiding light for Canada's next generation of journalists. Congratulations, Kevin."
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Ian Koenigsfest
President, RTDNA Canada
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Jennifer Nguyen
RTDNA Canada Awards
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http://www.rtdnacanada.com
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