Freedom to report
By Kim Trynacity, CBC/Radio-Canada Branch President for the Canadian Media Guild How about the “Freedom” to do your job without […]
Help make our workplace healthy and welcoming for everyone
CMG is offering an online workshop on improving workplace behaviour, and new strategies colleagues can use to stop bullying and
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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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Night Differential Town Hall for CMG members at CBC
CMG members at CBC/Radio-Canada are invited to a virtual town hall to discuss the Night Differential Premium which was settled
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CWA Canada – Social Media Guidelines
Due to the increased concerns around the use of social media and its potential impacts on employment relationships, CWA Canada has put out the following guide for its members.
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Collective Action Works: Inside the Movement to Organize Media and Culture
Labour journalist and author Sarah Jaffe hosts a virtual forum on organizing in the media and cultural sectors.
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A tough year, but we gave our best!
Our contributions as media workers in these unusual times cannot be overstated. There is much to be proud of.
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Hillman Prize for journalism: Submit your work by January 15
Submissions for the prestigious Canadian Hillman Prize are open until January 15, 2022. The Hillman Awards are given to “honour
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CBC’s CAPE program could be blueprint for accessible, inclusive workplaces
It seems fitting that I reflect on CAPE and equity and inclusion on the eve of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, held every December 3.
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Media groups demand immediate release of 2 journalists, minister rein in RCMP
As we write this letter, two Canadian journalists are being held by police under your jurisdiction for doing their jobs.
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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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‘Taking Care’ survey urgently seeks input from media workers on trauma, mental health
The objective of the survey is to get a better understanding of the state of the industry, the challenges, supports, and gaps that exist in support of mental health and well-being on the job.
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CMG elections: Guidelines for candidates
These guidelines were adopted by the elections committee in April 2021 to ensure common ground rules for CMG elections. In
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CMG National and Branch By-election Results – and – Nomination period extended for various positions
CBC Branch Executive Council
-Director of Precarious Workers: EVA UGUEN-CSENGE
-Director, Prairies: RON BOILEAU
Statement by CWA Canada President Martin O’Hanlon on Harassment of JournalistsÂ
Journalism is a pillar of democracy. If journalists feel threatened doing their jobs, important stories may go untold, and democracy
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Online Harassment of Journalists
It is heartbreaking to see in this age and age the ugly, often violent, racist remarks aimed at many female media workers and journalists of colour.
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Truth and Reconciliation Day won’t be easy for anyone
By Melissa Ridgen – This first Truth and Reconciliation Day is bound to be difficult for everyone.
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Call for nominations: National and Branch Offices
The deadline for receipt of completed nomination forms is Wednesday, October 13, at 5 p.m. E.T. The dates for any necessary elections will be set following the close of nominations.
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Increasing understanding of Indigenous peoples’ histories and contemporary issues
As we approach Canada’s first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, September 30, 2021, CMG is taking a step toward
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Four of the five federal parties commit to supporting news media, and increased funding for CBC/Radio-Canada
Four of the five parties in the current federal election support a strong and stable media, with increased funding for
Your rights in a return to the workplace Â
As the COVID-19 public health situation changes, many workers are being asked to return to their workplace. Employers can require
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Labour Day Message from CWA Canada President Martin O’Hanlon
As we emerge from the pandemic, we will continue to shout in support of quality jobs, quality journalism, a vibrant free press, a strong, independent labour movement, and racial, economic, and social equality.
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Union training opportunity
The full day ZOOM session will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021. You would be released from work for the day.
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CMG elects delegates to CWA Convention / Union Meetings 2021-2022
CMG members have elected five delegates to represent the union at the upcoming CWA Convention / Union Meetings. The elected
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