International Women’s Day – Equity Must Be Structural
On International Women’s Day, we recognize the women across our union and the larger Canadian media sector whose work informs, […]
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The Newspaper that Broke Ground for Black Canadians
Written by Adrian Harewood This article was originally published by Ricochet and is republished here with permission. It called itself “the
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Celebrating Women’s Achievements and Standing in Solidarity
On International Women’s Day, CMG celebrates women’s achievements in our workplaces and in our union. We also join with all
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Advice for CMG members impacted by the US’s “two-gender” policy
The CMG opposes the declaration that the US is now a “two-gender” country, which calls for defining individuals throughout their
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2024 Indigenous Scholarship – Deadline November 30th, 2024
I am pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for the CMG’s Scholarship for Indigenous Students registered in
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CMG Call for Volunteers for NEC Consultative Committee on the Needs of Trans, Non-Binary and Gender-nonconforming CMG members
The CMG is looking for 3 members to prepare an action plan to address the need of trans, non-binary, and
Pride 2024: No one left behind: Equality, freedom, and justice for all
June to September is Pride Season in Canada, a time to celebrate 2SLGBTQI+ people (that is, people who are Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay,
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Researching LGBTQ2+ Journalists in Canada
From Bruce GIllespie, Associate Professor, Faculty of Liberal Arts, Wilfrid Laurier University I am conducting a research study to learn about
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Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples requires ongoing commitment and action
Message issued by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Canada’s unions are marking National Indigenous People’s Day by reaffirming our steadfast
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What should the media do about attacks on trans people?
MORGAN SHARP For CWA Canada It’s an old newsroom adage that one shouldn’t become the story. Like much of the
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Being the only Black journalist at the station
NOÉMIE MOUKANDA For CWA Canada When you’re the only Black
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Being the only Black journalist at the station
NOÉMIE MOUKANDA For CWA Canada When you’re the only Black
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National Indigenous Peoples Day a time to celebrate, educate, reflect
TINA HOUSE | For CWA Canada I hear the drums beating and the songs carrying the voices of our ancestors.
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February and Lack of diversity in newsrooms
FELESHIA CHANDLER | For CWA Canada With Black History Month upon us, there’s no doubt that many organizations, schools and
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Media unions donate $10,000 to help healing of Indian residential school survivors
CWA Canada and its largest Local, the Canadian Media Guild (CMG), have made a $10,000 donation to the Indian Residential
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Canadian Media Guild celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day and our Indigenous members at work
This year marks the second pandemic celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day, and while we can’t celebrate Indigenous people and
How to Avoid One-Dimensional Pride Coverage by Exploring Intersectionality
By Anna-Liza Badaloo For CMG/CWA Canada As a BIPOC member of the LGBTQAI2S+ community, I know the struggles that come
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What Media Professionals Need to Know about Covering Pride Month
By Anna-Liza Badaloo For CWA Canada Covering Pride Month no longer means attending large, in-person events. Pride organizations are getting
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Honouring Black media colleagues for Black History Month
Dear Black CMG members, First, thank you for your leadership in stepping forward yet again over the last year to
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CMG member survey – Employment equity at CBC
Our goal is to ensure the public broadcaster fulfills its obligations under the federal Employment Equity Act. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey. The deadline is Tuesday, September 22.
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Fighting for our vision, together
By Adrian Harewood
“But what we know from history is that “transforming the discourse” while significant is not sufficient. We want CBC/Radio Canada and other mainstream media to look and feel and sound and be different in material ways in the weeks and months to come. We don’t want to “overcome some day”, we want to overcome now. We cannot afford to wait.”
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Proud Indigenous media workers, CMG members – Mary Powder and Melissa Ridgen
“I’m partial to in-depth ‘follow the money’ investigative pieces. The rise and fall of Tribal Councils Investment Group might be a favorite story that I’ve worked on. Private jets, pricy Vegas getaways-type scandal that only APTN covered extensively.” – Melissa Ridgen
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The Canadian Media Guild condemns attacks on journalists and citizens
To our Black and Indigenous colleagues and friends who have experienced the personal anguish of racism intended or unconscious, we know how hurtful watching this unfold has been.
And we recognize the unique role of the media: Positive change comes with understanding, and that’s why it’s so important that media include workers from all backgrounds.
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BHM – Members share their stories – How newsrooms can support their diverse talent
Submitted By Tayo Bero, CMG member working at CBC Diversity has been a major topic in
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