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Short, snappy pieces that should take you 10 mins or less to read!

Four journalists reporting on the red carpet at the Toronto International Film Festival peer over their shoulders to meet the viewer’s gaze. In the backdrop behind them, an ominous shadow of U.S. President Donald Trump looms over the Toronto cityscape, partially masked by the clouds.

The Arts of the Deal

In March, after a month of deliberation by President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on numerous countries, a 25 percent tax was placed on goods entering the United States from Canada and Mexico. Canadians across the country remained uneasy as the days went on, fearing possible job cuts and even higher inflation.

Rougine Kazemi
May 2, 2025
3 minute read

Double Sided

The first time I met Roveena Jassal, we were both performing at the same showcase, “Conscious Songs 4 Conscious Minds,” in the summer of 2023 at Content Day Studios. I don’t remember how our conversation started—it was probably something like, “I loved your set”—but I definitely remember how it ended.

Tajae Gustavus
April 30, 2025
3 minute read

A split screen shows a freelance journalist on the left side, face down at her writing desk, struggling with her mental health. On the right side, the same journalist now sits across from a therapist in her office, discussing how best to help her.

Not Just a Newsroom Problem

Canadian journalists have long shouldered the responsibility of reporting on tragedies and distressing events, oftentimes at the expense of their own mental well-being. While many staff writers now have access to employer-funded mental health resources, the situation is different for freelancers, who are often left to navigate these challenges alone.

Evan Zeller
April 30, 2025
2 minute read

The Not-So-Subtle Price of Writing in the Passive Voice

How media framing through linguistics perpetuates biases in coverage of the Israel-Gaza…

Matthew Hanick
April 30, 2025
3 minute read

A tattooed arm holds a pen and a notepad

Ink On and Off the Page

Tattoos are a deeply personal and visual expression of identity. They offer a window into who someone is—their passions, values, memories, and interests, all etched into their skin. In the same way, journalist’s stories provide insight into their worldview—how they process ideas, what compels them to tell certain stories, and ultimately, what drives them as storytellers.