What's Your Canadian News Literacy Score?

Discover how well you understand reliable news sources and your current approach to staying informed. In just 4 quick questions, we'll assess your news consumption habits and media literacy. You'll receive personalized recommendations on which Canadian news websites best match your information needs—plus a custom action plan to build a stronger news diet. Get your results and unlock exclusive tips for spotting misinformation.

When you encounter important news online, what's your typical first step?

I read the headline and share it immediately on social media I check if the source looks familiar, then read the story I look for the journalist's name and check if multiple outlets report the same story I verify the source's credibility, cross-reference across outlets, and check for transparent sourcing

How many different Canadian news sources do you regularly follow?

Just one—I stick with whatever I see on social media or search results One or two trusted outlets, but I'm open to others occasionally Three to four outlets covering different angles and regions Four or more outlets strategically chosen for depth, breaking news, analysis, and regional coverage

When evaluating a news website's reliability, which factors matter most to you?

I don't really think about it—I just read what seems interesting I check if the outlet is well-known or if my friends recommend it I look for clear author bylines, correction policies, and whether opinion is labeled separately I research ownership, funding model, editorial standards, diverse sourcing, and compare coverage across outlets

How do you currently stay updated on Canadian news?

Social media feeds and random news alerts—whatever shows up I check one or two news websites occasionally when I remember I have a few bookmarked sites and check them regularly, plus maybe an app or two I have a strategic news diet with multiple outlets, email newsletters, and apps—organized by topic and source type