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Jonathan Spence has been elected as the Canadian Media Guild’s new National Secretary-Treasurer in the by-election held July 7-8. With […]
Jonathan Spence elected new CMG National Secretary-Treasurer Read More
Polls are now open for you to vote in the CMG Secretary-Treasurer by-election. Click here to see the candidates and their
Polls now open – You can vote now for the new CMG National Secretary-Treasurer Read More
Workers at the Postmedia printing plant in Toronto are now officially unionized after voting to join the Canadian Media Guild
Postmedia Printing Plant Staff Officially Unionized! Read More
Our union has been plunged into the middle of the fallout over the violent killing of George Floyd and several
I made a mistake, but our union is working towards lasting change Read More
The findings: CMG asked members to tell all in a survey probing answers to questions about their health and safety
Before the summer sets in, here is an update on some important matters. 1. Facebook We have heard
Update for CMG members at CP Read More
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.”
Fighting for our vision, together Read More
In recent weeks, CBC’s senior management team has made a number of promises to address systemic racism within the corporation.
Temporary work and systemic racism Read More
Two media union leaders received assurances from Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault that he will do what he can to help
Heritage minister tells media union leaders he’s committed to helping news industry Read More
CMG is encouraged by a positive meeting with Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault where CMG CBC/Radio-Canada Branch president Kim Trynacity, asked
CMG calls for funding to convert temporary employees at CBC to full-time Read More
The candidate profiles for the role of Secretary-Treasurer, a position on the CMG National Executive Committee (NEC), are now available.
Candidate profiles for National Secretary-Treasurer position now available Read More
CMG is pleased to announce the hiring of an Executive Director: Enrico DiFruscio (enrico@cmg.ca). He can be reached at 902-329-5008.
CMG staffing – Summer updates Read More
“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
Proud Indigenous media workers, CMG members – Mary Powder and Melissa Ridgen Read More
“It’s important that there be more Indigenous media workers but also more Black or Filipino or Sikh journalists, and managers as well. Otherwise, stories are not going to be as full and rich as they should be.” – Brittany Hobson
Proud Indigenous media workers, CMG members – Brittany Hobson and Jason Shymanski Read More
“I want to advocate for showcasing more young people’s talent. We have so many people who are big into sports and other fields, and I love the idea of showing what our youth are doing, and what their journeys to get there have been like.” – Charmaine Straker
Proud Indigenous media workers, CMG members – Sarah Leonardis and Charmaine Straker Read More
“From a technical perspective, my favourite production would have to be the North American Indigenous Games in Winnipeg. Also, the 2010 Winter Olympics – to see and hear so many different sports in different Indigenous languages being broadcast felt incredible.” – Derek Christianson
Proud Indigenous media workers, CMG members – Derek Christianson and Tina House Read More
“I have had this question put to me when I’ve given interviews or lectures – how do I draw the line between activism and journalism, as if me being Indigenous means I can’t report objectively on Indigenous peoples’ issues.” – Trina Roache
Proud Indigenous media workers, CMG members – Trina Roache and Toby Otak Read More
Recent events have brought to the fore the stark reality faced by Black, Indigenous and People of Colour in the
Unions Must step up Anti-Racism Measures Read More
As of the end of the nomination period, there were two candidates for the role of Secretary-Treasurer, a position on
Candidates for CMG National Secretary-Treasurer position Read More
On Thursday, VICE completed a restructuring of the VICE Canada office that resulted in the layoff of 19 union members,
Union members stand together during painful layoffs at Vice Read More
As CMG members of the Joint Employment Equity Committee for Diversity and Inclusion, we stand in sorrow and solidarity with
To our Black colleagues, friends, and fellow union members Read More
The National Joint Job Evaluation Committee has finalized two documents for use to guide members through the Job Evaluation process:
Does your job description reflect the work you do? Read More
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.
The Canadian Media Guild condemns attacks on journalists and citizens Read More
The Canadian Media Guild has a vacancy on our union’s National Executive Committee (NEC) for the position of Secretary-Treasurer. We
Call for nominations: CMG National Secretary-Treasurer Read More
