Campaigns and Advocacy - Canada
4 May 2012
Canada
CJFE reflects on the state of rights on World Press Freedom Day
"If we value press freedom, we all need to take a closer look at the state of these rights here at home. When we look beyond the words of the Charter to the daily reality for working journalists, we see a gradual erosion of freedoms. And our government is a contributing factor, " said CJFE.
2 May 2012
Canada
Federal government continues to receive failing grade on issue of free expression
Examining issues including privacy and anonymity on the Internet, cyber surveillance, whistleblowers, access to information, and collaborative journalism, CJFE's third annual Review of Free Expression in Canada provides an overview of issues facing Canadians from coast to coast.
23 April 2012
Canada
Bill C-11 casts shadow over World Book Day celebrations
IPA is sending a letter to Canadian ministers about proposed legislation that poses a serious threat to educational publishing and creativity in general.
12 March 2012
Canada
CJFE marks World Day Against Cyber Censorship by highlighting concerns with internet regulations
"Although Canada does not face the same type of Internet blackouts or direct online censorship and takedowns as many other countries, this does not mean that we can be complacent, or that we do not have reason for concern," said CJFE.
21 February 2012
Canada
CJFE calls on government to stop muzzling scientists and researchers
In an letter to Prime Minister Harper, CJFE and their campaign partner organizations urge the government to implement a policy of transparent and timely communication to allow scientists to speak to the media.
17 November 2010
Canada
RSF interview with journalist who won right to protect source
"By finding in my favour, the Supreme Court has reaffirmed that protection of sources remains the rule," Daniel Leblanc said.
8 July 2010
Take action! - Canada
CJFE collecting information from journalists who covered the G20 summit
CJFE is asking journalists who believe their freedom of expression was compromised by police/security personnel to complete a survey.
3 May 2010
Canada
CJFE releases first report card on free speech in Canada
The 2009 Free Expression Review is being released on World Press Freedom Day.
23 March 2010
Americas / Canada
CJFE welcomes Canadian government critique, but calls for further action
CJFE asks the Canadian government to respond to situations in other countries of concern in the Americas, including Mexico and Colombia.
20 January 2010
Canada
CJFE starts "Olympic Watch" in the lead up to the Vancouver Olympics
CJFE has noted several confrontations where free expression has come under threat due to overzealous protection of the Olympic brand and events connected to the Games.
29 October 2009
Awards / Canada
CJFE honours Paul Pritchard with the first CJFE Citizen Journalism Award
The award was presented to the man who shot the video that changed how tasers are used by police departments in Canada.
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