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Face-off: Are We Getting What We Deserve From Sports Reporters? May 23, 2013 This is a syndicated live chat presented by J-Source and CJF.
Sleeping with the enemy: the co-production model May 5, 2013 Emmanuel Marchand, Producer, CBC Radio-Canada Rob Cribb, Reporter, Toronto Star In the contemporary age of shrinking media resources, some print and broadcast organizations are suppressing their competitive instincts long enough to join forces and tackle big stories of high public interest. Co-productions have become commonplace in the U.S. where media organizations from the New York Times and NBC to small-town dailies are doing more ambitious, comprehensive and award-winning stories by sharing the wisdom and the work. This session explores the tricks, traps and expanding promise of co-pros with experiences from several recent investigative partnerships in Canada – both nationally and internationally -- that produced agenda-setting stories.
Reporting across borders May 5, 2013 Rick MacInnes-Rae, CBC Radio Sonia Verma, Globe and Mail Naheed Mustafa, freelancer Curious about the life of a foreign reporter? The CAJ is teaming up with Aga Khan Foundation Canada to pull back the curtain on some of the challenges and opportunities overseas correspondents face on a daily basis. Hear our panelists muse about how they do their jobs, how those jobs are changing, and what they absolutely couldn't do without on the road.
#JHR award winner presentation: Alison Crawford May 7, 2013 Alison was the inaugural recipient of the JHR / CAJ Human Rights Reporting Award, which gives the recipient an opportunity to travel to a JHR project site in Africa. Having just returned from her travel, Alison will share her experience with conference delegates.
Video: shooting and editing with your iPad/mobile device May 7, 2013 George Browne, managing editor Globalnews.ca Ellin Bessner, Centennial College multimedia journalism professor Journalists are expected to be able to do real time reporting, including filing video from the scene, using their mobile devices. Now it's easier then ever, using an iPad or smart phone, to shoot high quality video, edit it, and send it to YouTube, or send it directly back through FTP to your newsroom. This hands-on session will provide you (temporarily!) with iPads (courtesy of Apple Canada), that you use to shoot, and edit and short video story. Note: we have enough iPads for 40 people. But you can also come if you bring your own iPad or mobile device. Just please make sure that you download the iMovie app onto it beforehand. The app costs $4.99.
#CAJ2013 #CAJawards May 5, 2013 The CAJ awards gala honours the best in Canadian investigative journalism.
#CAJ2013 Sunday Q & A: Susan Ormiston May 5, 2013 Ease into this final day of the conference with a one-on-one interview with CBC's Susan Ormiston. We'll have coffee and something to nibble on available starting from just before 9 a.m. Susan will answer a few questions from our moderator and then take questions from the audience on the life of a foreign correspondent starting at 9:15 a.m.
Business of Reporting May 4, 2013 What exactly does Mark Carney do and what's the difference between fiscal and monetary policy? Bloomberg's Andrew Mayeda and Reuters' Louise Egan outline the basics of covering business and finance in Ottawa, including making sense of the Bank of Canada and how to interpret government budgets.
Tweet/Shoot/Write -- then prep for studio May 9, 2013 No matter the news organization for which they report, journalists are increasingly expected to produce across platforms. Can they? Are they? What's reasonably possible? This panel will discuss some models and methods for putting a multi-medium newsroom into practice. We'll aim to talk about what doesn't work, pitfalls and first steps. This session is sponsored by Sun Media / QMi Agency
Congrats! You've made the corner office. Now what? May 4, 2013 Christina Spencer, Postmedia Jacques Bourbeau, Global News What are the challenges moving from the newsroom to the corner office? Does our profession prepare reporters to become managers? What are the skills necessary to be a good manager? This panel discussion will touch on these and other things that happen when you move from the cubicle to the manager's desk.
Writing a book while working May 7, 2013 Paul Wells, Maclean's Susan Delacourt, Toronto Star Michael Harris, iPolitics You've been working on pumping out articles and pieces for your newsroom and start wondering: Have I done enough on this subject to write a book? Is it one people would read? How could I take weeks, months, years and/or decades of work and turn it into publishable hard-cover copy? How can I manage writing a book while continuing to file for my full-time work?
When Police and Government Don't Co-operate May 4, 2013 Laura Eggerston, Freelance journalist Shirlee Engel, Global National Stephen Maher, Postmedia Bruce Cheadle, The Canadian Press Moderated by: Allan Thompson, Carleton University From police that won't divulge to under-reported health concerns to government scandal, the investigative journalism panel will look at how to report on the bigger picture even when officials won't cooperate.
#CAJ2013 Keynote: Hadeel Al-Shalchi May 7, 2013 As Reuter's Middle East correspondent, Hadeel Al-Shalchi has covered events like the Arab Spring, including Tahir Square during the 2011 Egyptian revolution. She will talk about her experiences as a reporter.
Data Journalism Introductory Session May 7, 2013 We'll discuss using computer-assisted reporting or data journalism as launching pads for original stories, which can also be displayed on-line as interactive maps and graphics. We'll also discuss the importance of Excel, Google Fusion Tables, Tableau Public and mapping software such as Qgis and ArcMap. At the Westin, this teaser is meant as an introductory session for the 1.5-day workshop McKie, McGregor and Vallance-Jones are hosting offsite at Carleton University's journalism building on May 4-5.
Maximizing Your Social Media May 7, 2013 Why is social media important to newspapers? People now discover and consume content on social media networks. An effective social media strategy will allow your content to be discovered, engage the user and drive users to your news site.
World Press Freedom Day Lunch May 7, 2013
Driving employee engagement May 7, 2013
Building a Career in B2B and Trade Mags May 7, 2013 Editors with decades of experience in business publishing will discuss the different aspects of B2B journalism careers, one area of the profession where jobs continue to grow and provide new and interesting opportunities.
ATIP: Fighting for Access to Information, Part II May 4, 2013 This is Part II of a two-part workshop on ATIP issues. How can Canadian journalists collectively fight for greater access to public information? Charles N. Davis, who has successfully fought for greater access in the United States, and Robert Cribb, who knows the Canadian system in and out, will discuss the ways to change this culture of secrecy.
Advocacy Journalism May 7, 2013 Advocacy journalism is a type of factual journalism with a non-objective viewpoint. As media continues to evolve and transform, Advocacy journalism will continue to be a pivotal style of reporting to communicate social and political stories. The panel will discuss the pros and cons of Advocacy journalism and the future of the genre in Canadian media.
Reporting, blogging and tweeting from City Hall May 4, 2013 Three Ottawa city hall pros discuss how they balance filing, tweeting and blogging with aplomb.
I graduated J-school and got a job! May 4, 2013 Your convocation dais has been suitably conquered and that gorgeous piece of paper with the word "journalism" on it lies framed and ready to hang on a wall. Now what? How do you turn your time in j-school into meaningful employment? These four recent graduates will share their experiences on breaking into the job market.
Disaster Reporting: What goes in the kit? May 7, 2013 Paul Hunter has been tapped on the shoulder to head off when disaster strikes on multiple occasions over the years. In 2010, he was in Haiti by nightfall of the day the earthquake struck. He was in Japan post-tsunami / nuclear plant breach. He makes a point of never travelling anywhere without his kit. What's in his kit? What do journalists need to keep at the ready in order to be able to ship out when disaster strikes? What do they need to hit the ground running and be able to file from that locale? Hunter will share his experiences while educating delegates on what's needed to be ready.
#ATIP workshop: Part 1 May 4, 2013 In this first of a two-part workshop, learn what journalists need to know when using the federal Access to Information legislation. When to use it, how to navigate its use and examples of how it's been used. Dean Beeby of the Canadian Press hosts.
#CAJ2013 Keynote: Frank Graves of EKOS May 9, 2013 How Changing Values, Demographics and Economic Context are Reshaping Canada: Implications for the Future Frank Graves, President, EKOS, gives a keynote address.
Media accountability: Are bloggers the new ombuds? May 3, 2013 Now that anyone can call a newsroom to account, have bloggers replaced ombuds, press councils and other traditional forums for accountability? When an outsider critiques a work of journalism, how should news organizations respond? Does it matter who the source is? And are weak and under-resourced press councils better than nothing? This panel, convened by the CAJ's Ethics Advisory Committee, will ponder the question of whether it's time for journalists and publishers to take their accountability social, rather than institutional.
Models for Community Journalism May 3, 2013 Speakers: -Bob Cox, publisher, Winnipeg Free Press -Duncan Clark, VP Strategic Initiatives, Postmedia Labs and Founder of Gastropost.com -Barb Wilkinson, innovation and engagement deputy editor, Edmonton Journal. -Moderated by Melanie Coulson, 2013 Michener-Deacon fellow, senior editor, Ottawa Citizen We take a look at why and how traditional news organizations are experimenting with community engagement. Our panel will examine setting up a community newsroom and user-generated content, what works, what hasn't, and how to become a vital part of a community.
Humanitarian Reporting May 3, 2013 Speakers: -Juliet O’Neill, Media Officer, Oxfam; former Ottawa Citizen reporter who covered the humanitarian aftermath of the genocide in Rwanda; recipient of the 2005 Press Freedom Award. -Paul Hunter, CBC News Washington Moderated by MJ Proulx of the Humanitarian Coalition. From a news organization’s perspective, what goes into the decision to send a reporter to cover a humanitarian catastrophe? For journalists on the ground, what is it like to try to convey the scale and depth of human suffering to a Canadian audience that is very far removed from that reality? This panel will explore the operational challenges that both humanitarian agencies and the media face in bridging the information gap between the comfortable and the afflicted. Organized by Humanitarian Coalition.
World Press Freedom Panel #wpfd2013 May 3, 2013 A panel discussion on the difference between freedom of the press in both the U.S. and Canada on World #pressfreedom day #wpfd2013 Suzanne Legault, Information Commissioner of Canada Miriam Nisbet, Director of the Office of Government Information Services in the United States Moderated by @jimbronskill, Canadian Press
Augmented Reality at #CAJ2013 May 3, 2013 Alvin Brouwer, President, Lower Mainland Publishing, Glacier Media presents a session on Augmented Reality #AR. Augmented reality has the potential to change the way we view the world. Where is augmented reality now and where will it be heading? What does this mean for newspapers and advertisers and how you communicate with your readers? This session begins at 10:45 a.m. on May 3 in the Confederation Room at Ottawa's Westin Hotel.
Sustainability issues in the newspaper industry May 3, 2013 Panel of Canadian Newspapers Nicole Rycroft, Executive Director, Canopy Is the medium the message? How does corporate social responsibility apply to the newspaper sector? Canopy’s Nicole Rycroft is hosting a panel with key newspapers leaders who will highlight what they are doing to incorporate sustainability into their businesses and operations. Learn the ins and outs of advancing sustainability above the fold at this #CAJ2013/#INK13 event.
Hands on: How to dig into StatsCan data May 7, 2013 Statistics Canada analysts and #data specialists will give a guided tour of 2011 census data available from the government agency with a special focus on its use in media. -Paul Schwetz, Head of Internet Product Development and Design and manager of the Census Media Support Unit, Statistics Canada -Martine Grenier, Census and National Household Survey Dissemination Programs, Statistics Canada This #CAJ2013 #data session takes place at 9:15 a.m. at Newfoundland / Nova Scotia room at Ottawa's Westin Hotel.
#CAJ2013 Opening Plenary: Future of News May 9, 2013 We kick things off with three interesting perspectives on the Future of News from three established media professionals: -David Skok (@dskok) Digital Director, @GlobaltvNews -Mike Mount, VP and Regional Publisher, Metroland East -David Walmsley, (@WalmsleyCBC) Director of News Content, CBC, @CBCNews -Moderated by Kim Fox, (@kimfox) Chief Community Officer, Newsana.com, (@mynewsana) What is the impact of the digital revolution on traditional news media? How do we develop skills and strategies for improving journalism and news coverage using technologies available? In the face of rapid changes being faced by all media, how does the industry evolve in new and productive ways?
#IJF13: International Journalism Festival Apr 28, 2013 Free English feed of the IJF13 from Perugia, Italy, 24-28th April 2013. The festival lineup includes: Harper Reed, Mathew Ingram,Yoani Sanchez and Emily Bell.
CJF J-Talk: The Walking Dead: Do Traditional Art Critics Have a Future? Apr 25, 2013 A live chat presented by J-Source. With armchair art and theatre critics proliferating online, media cutbacks reducing the number of those who critique for a living, and celebrity news trumping cultural coverage, is the relevance of the traditional art and theatre critic less--or greater--than it once was? This discussion explores the Internet's impact on art criticism, and what it means for the arts and its audiences. Join Ben Brantley, chief theatre critic, The New York Times; Robert Cushman, theatre arts critic, The National Post; Peter Schjeldahl, arts critic, The New Yorker; and moderator Sara Angel, visual arts journalist and Trudeau Doctoral Scholar at the University of Toronto's Department of Art.
CJF J-Talk with Tyler Brûlé Apr 24, 2013 A live chat from J-Source: This journalist-turned-entrepreneur is the chairman of brand and design agency Winkreative and editor-in-chief of Monocle, an ever-expanding global media venture encompassing a magazine, video and audio programming via the web, a biannual newspaper, cafés, and shops both online and on the ground. Join Tyler Brûlé as he talks about Monocle's business model, the state of journalism, and the importance of design.
NYU Journalism Apr 19, 2013 Cyberwar and Cyberterrorism
News: Rewired Apr 19, 2013
Atkinson Lecture 2013 Apr 11, 2013 Toronto Star security reporter Michelle Shephard talks about reporting from home and abroad on terrorism at the 2013 Atkinson Lecture at Ryerson University.
Ralph Klein and the media Apr 5, 2013 Canadian Press reporters share their memories of former Alberta premier Ralph Klein, who died March 29, 2013 at the age of 70.
TRADIGITAL: Exploring the expanding role of digital journalism in traditional media Apr 8, 2013 Have a question about digital journalism in the world of traditional media? Here's your chance to ask. Our panel includes: Mathew Ingram, Senior Writer, GigaOM Andrew Yates, Senior Producer of Social Media and Community, CBCNews.ca Terry Weber, Reporter, GlobeandMail.com Melanie Coulson, Senior Editor, OttawaCitizen.com Christine Chubb, Reporter/Editor, CityNews.ca Follow the live discussion and submit your questions below. You can also submit your questions via Twitter using the hashtag #tradigital Join us April 8, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. EDT for the live discussion.
CJF J-Talk: How Social Media Is Changing Politics And Reporting Mar 27, 2013 J-Source liveblog of CJF J-Talk: How Social Media Is Changing Politics And Reporting
DFM Thunderdome chat with Michael De Monte Mar 13, 2013 Co-founder and CEO of ScribbleLive Michael De Monte chats with Digital First Media Thunderdome
DFM Thunderdome chat with Clay Shirky Mar 20, 2013 Writer and NYU professor Clay Shirky chats with Digital First Media Thunderdome.
CJFE Online Q&A: Digital privacy and free expression Mar 12, 2013 Join us for a Q&A with Ontario Privacy and Information Commissioner Ann Cavoukian. Moderated by Jesse Brown, this is your chance to ask everything you've been wondering about privacy and free expression online!
CJF J-Talk: The Twitter Effect Feb 28, 2013 Is Journalism Still Able to Get it Right? (Also: The J-Source Newsperson of the Year winner announcement) A syndicated live event made possible by J-Source and CJF.
Inside DFM: Chat with Matt Galligan Feb 20, 2013 Matt Galligan is CEO and co-founder of Circa, an online news startup that's 'the best way to read news on your phone.' Prior to Circa, Galligan was a founder of Socialthing and SimpleGeo.
Recap: CJF J-Talk: Journalism, Disrupted. (How to create media innovation) Feb 1, 2013 New tools, devices and technologies have proven to be powerful in reshaping journalism, whether in content distribution and consumption or in the newsroom structure itself. With the federal government committing $400 million to fund early-stage, venture-capital start-ups, could this money boost journalistic innovation? What, exactly, does media innovation look like?
DFM Thunderdome Archived Chat: Mark Luckie of Twitter Jan 30, 2013 Mark S. Luckie is the manager of journalism & news at Twitter. He speaks to Thunderdome about Social Media as a Storytelling Tool
Digital First Media live chat: Laura and Chris Amico Feb 6, 2013 A live discussion with Laura and Chris Amico Founder/editor and developer of Homicide Watch.
Digital First chat recap: Scott Klein Jan 23, 2013 Data Journalism in the Public Interest
Digital First chat recap: Liz Heron Jan 23, 2013 Syndicated Live chat: Liz Heron – Jan 23. Liz Heron is the director of social media and engagement at The Wall Street Journal. She will chat about social media for newsgathering.
J-Source and Samara present a seminar with Sasha Issenberg Nov 27, 2012 A syndicated presentation by J-Source and Samara featuring Sasha Issenberg
Remembrance and Journalism: Interviewing Survivors of Trauma Nov 21, 2012 Panel discussion
CAJ What is Journalism discussion Jul 19, 2012
Under Fire screening with Q&A with Martyn Burke Apr 29, 2012
Keynote speaker: NDP leader Thomas Mulcair Apr 29, 2012
Who is standing up for Canadian journalists? Apr 29, 2012
Responsible journalism in aboriginal communities Apr 29, 2012
CAJ awards and gala banquet Apr 28, 2012
Mobile Journalism in the Field Workshop Apr 28, 2012
Speed dating Apr 28, 2012
Hyperlocal journalism Apr 28, 2012
Foreign reporting Apr 28, 2012
The art of the interview Apr 28, 2012
Local TV news is back Apr 28, 2012
Keynote speaker: Kenny Yum Apr 28, 2012
FOI: a status update, with Dean Beeby Apr 28, 2012
Social Media Optimization is the new SEO Apr 28, 2012
A writer's magic Apr 28, 2012
Covering civil unrest Apr 28, 2012
Good morning, CAJ! Apr 28, 2012
Healthcare stories are good for you Apr 28, 2012
Violence, trauma and social media May 1, 2012
Business reporting Apr 28, 2012
Editorial Independence and advertorials Apr 28, 2012
Growing Revenue Apr 27, 2012
Creative Destruction: Firing up your newsroom with new models of journalism Apr 27, 2012
CAR & Data Journalism teaser Apr 27, 2012
Press Councils:What`s Your Opinion Apr 27, 2012
Twitter tricks and tips Apr 27, 2012
Newspapers: recipe for success Apr 27, 2012
Brilliant newsroom careers: Why women stay, why women leave, and why it matters Apr 27, 2012
Beyond the toy department: sports coverage Apr 27, 2012
Tour of 299 Queen St. Apr 27, 2012
Newspapers and advertising with Staffan Hulten Apr 27, 2012
Toronto Star newsroom tour Apr 27, 2012
What newspapers need to know about advertising Apr 27, 2012
Ethnic Media Panel Apr 27, 2012
Educators' Forum: Entrepreneurial Journalism Apr 27, 2012
State of the Magazine Industry – What Journalists need to know to succeed Apr 27, 2012
Social Scene: Make sure your newspaper is "Top of Mind" Apr 27, 2012
Independent publishers: Retiring gracefully Apr 27, 2012
Hiring tips for student job seekers Apr 27, 2012
Overheard at #CAJ2012 Apr 29, 2012
CAJ news plenary Apr 27, 2012

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BIO: Laura Eggerston May 4, 2013 A Harvard and Carleton graduate, Eggerston started out as a reporter at the Canadian press in 1987, before moving mo to the Toronto Star in 1998...
Background: Hadeel Al-Shalchi May 4, 2013 An Iraq-Canadian journalist, Hadeel Al-Shalchi was born in Kuwait and moved to Ottawa, where she studied journalism at Carleton University. ...
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