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Journalism organizations across Canada are feeling the pinch — and have been for some time.
But while the pandemic has taken a toll on already struggling media outlets, Linda Solomon Wood, editor-in-chief of Canada’s National Observer, points out that government-funded programs like the Local Journalism Initiative and investments from the likes of Facebook and Google have helped to keep Canadian news afloat during this trying time.
“In 2020, Canada refused to let journalism fail. In 2021, that decision will show results,” she predicts.
“Across this big country, people are working to secure the journalism that democracy depends on. That’s good news. But much more support is needed for the important work ahead.”
You can read all of Linda’s predictions for Canadian journalism in 2021 here.
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