How Well Do You Understand Modern Canadian Journalism?

Discover your knowledge of today's emerging Canadian journalists and what's shaping the future of Canadian media. In just 4 quick questions, we'll assess your understanding of the skills, challenges, and innovations driving journalism in 2026. Get personalized insights into how you can better engage with quality reporting and support the next generation of Canadian journalists.

What do you think is the most important skill for emerging Canadian journalists in 2026?

Strong writing ability alone is enough to succeed Writing skills combined with basic social media knowledge A mix of reporting, digital literacy, and audience engagement skills Mastery across multiple platforms including video, coding, data analysis, and storytelling

How familiar are you with the main challenges facing new Canadian journalists today?

I haven't really thought about the challenges they face I know there are budget cuts, but I'm not sure about the details I understand they face economic pressures and credibility challenges in a misinformation-filled environment I'm aware of economic constraints, misinformation challenges, lower pay, and how emerging journalists overcome these obstacles creatively

How do you currently engage with emerging Canadian journalists' work?

I rarely read or follow new journalists; I stick with established news outlets I occasionally stumble upon their articles through social media I follow some emerging journalists on social media and occasionally share their work I actively subscribe to newsletters, follow their work across platforms, and regularly share quality reporting with others

Which emerging journalist specialization interests you most?

I'm not sure what different types of journalists do I'm aware there are different types, but I don't follow any specific beat I follow one or two specific areas like investigative reporting or environmental journalism I actively follow multiple beats including investigative work, Indigenous affairs, climate reporting, and community storytelling