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Bill C-11, the act to modernize the Broadcasting Act, has passed second reading and is moving to committee, where we’re looking to participate. Please visit our Media Action Plan website to send a message to the MPs on the Heritage Committee. 

Press Freedom & Harassment
Unifor put out the following statement on World Press Freedom Day outlining the issues we face and our plan ahead for combating harassment and hate in our workplaces.

We also partnered with the Council of Canadians and CWA-Canada to publish this op-ed in the Toronto Star for World Press Freedom Day.
“Whether it is uncovering the tragic situation in long-term care homes during COVID-19, or the unmarked graves at residential schools, or conflicts of interest of political leaders, the work of journalists is vital. (Journalists) deserve our respect, and to be able to work in an environment free of fear, threats, violence, or harassment,” the article states.  Click here to read full piece.

IFJ Safety Fund
Media Action Plan and Unifor donated $2200 Euros to the the IFJ Safety Fund in Support of Ukraine workers. The safety fund is used for emergencies to help journalists and media workers in danger. For more information or to donate please click here.

NEB questions/concerns?
There has been a lot happening in our union lately. As the media representative on Unifor’s National Executive Board, Jennifer Moreau wants to hear from you! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, concerns or suggestions: [email protected], 604-816-5204.

Website
Don’t forget to regularly check out our Media Council website. 

Howard Law’s Blog – Mediapolicy.ca:
Please visit and sign up Howard Law’s blog on MediaPolicy.ca, written by our former Media Director Howard Law, which is also distributed on Twitter, Facebook and by e-mail.

Friends of Canadian Broadcasting
Unifor and Friends of Canadian Broadcasting have long been allies on many issues.  Visit their website to learn more.

In Solidarity,

Randy Kitt                        Jennifer Moreau
Unifor Media Director        Media Council Chair