June 2006

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Freelance columnist Heather Mallick delivers a rousing key-note address at the CMG national convention in April on the need for unions in the media industry.
Click here for photos from the convention.

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Time for a stronger media democracy movement in Canada
While opening the floodgate to foreign investment in Canada’s media seems a sure way to raise share prices, history illustrates that it will not increase the range and diversity in the media.
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Former journalist salutes union’s role in media industry
Journalists in most parts of the world are fighting for freedom of the press and, if they manage to win that, then they have to struggle to keep their jobs.
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Reprezentin’
Taking big steps to make equity a reality at work and in the union
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Major shifts expected in Canadian broadcast industry
Private radio and TV broadcasters are pushing for less regulation and it appears they can expect a warm reception in Ottawa from both the minority Conservative government and the CRTC.
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Snippets
A roundup of news from around the CMG
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Michaëlle Jean urges media owners to ensure quality journalism
An excerpt of a speech delivered by Governor General and former journalist Michaëlle Jean at the Canadian Press dinner in Halifax on May 25
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