CJF panel to examine the Online News Act's impact on journalism and Canadian democracy

TORONTO, Sept. 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation's (CJF) popular J-Talks Live kicks off the 2023/24 season on September 20 (1 p.m. EDT) with an exploration of the Online News Act's impact on journalism and Canadian democracy.

To attend, register for free here. 

In this virtual event, the CJF will bring together experts in law, governance and journalism to discuss the context surrounding this controversial legislation and to share insights into its implications for media organizations, innovators and consumers.

"We stand at a pivotal juncture with the Online News Act reshaping news media relationships in the 21st century," says UBC journalism professor Mary Lynn Young, co-founder of The Conversation Canada. "The Act prompts a crucial query: 'How much authority should platforms like Google and Meta wield over Canada's communication framework?'

"As Canadian media navigates evolving news dynamics and seeks sustainable funding for independent, factual journalism, alongside the evolving public information landscape, the Act's implications vary for traditional and innovative news sources. Ultimately, we ponder the optimal outcome for Canadian news."

The virtual discussion features University of Ottawa law professor Michael Geist, a leading Canadian voice in digital rights and policy matters; Le Devoir publisher Brian Myles; digital innovator Tai Huynh, the founding editor-in-chief and publisher of The Local; Natalie Campbell, senior director of North American government and regulatory affairs at The Internet Society and Winnipeg Free Press editor Paul Samyn.

For full speaker biographies, visit the CJF J-Talks Live event page.

This free virtual event is part of the CJF's J-Talks Live program that explores pressing journalistic issues.

The CJF thanks the generosity of exclusive J-Talks Live series sponsor TD Bank Group and in-kind supporter Cision. 

Cision is the exclusive distribution partner of the CJF.

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Founded in 1990, The Canadian Journalism Foundation promotes, celebrates and facilitates excellence in journalism. The foundation runs a prestigious awards and fellowships program featuring an industry gala where news leaders, journalists and corporate Canada gather to celebrate outstanding journalistic achievement and the value of professional journalism. Through monthly J-Talks, a public speakers' series, the CJF facilitates dialogue among journalists, business people, academics and students about the role of the media in Canadian society and the ongoing challenges for media in the digital era. The foundation also fosters opportunities for journalism education, training and research.

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SOURCE Canadian Journalism Foundation