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Mission-driven Canadian journalism education

We empower reporters to investigate truth, protect sources, and capture stories that shape Canada. Our mission blends rigorous craft, ethical standards, and AI-aware workflows to build resilient, human-centred journalism.

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Practice-first training inside a working newsroom lab.

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Founded in Toronto

We opened our newsroom classroom with eight students and a single camera kit, committed to truth-seeking and source safety.

  • Focused on field assignments from day one
  • Partnered with local papers across GTA
Students at opening day in 2012 journalism lab
2012 • Opening day

Leadership & mentors

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Amelia Cho Editor-in-Chief
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Noah Patel Director of Photojournalism
Audio producer mentor in podcast studio
Élise Tremblay Audio & Podcast Lead
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Jordan Liu Investigations & Safety

Accreditations & partnerships

Status: Active

Our programs align with CAJ ethics, NNMC standards, and provincial guidelines for privacy, defamation, and access to information.

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Amelia Cho

Editor-in-Chief

Amelia has led cross-border investigations on healthcare and climate accountability. She co-authored safety guidelines for freelancers and pioneered our “source privacy by default” protocol.

15+ years experience Polaris Award 2022
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Noah Patel

Director of Photojournalism

Noah trains our photo teams on visual ethics and trauma-aware reporting. He designs field kits and rapid verification workflows for fast-moving stories.

World Press Photo finalist Sony Pro Ambassador
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Élise Tremblay

Audio & Podcast Lead

Élise built our award-winning podcast track, combining narrative structure, sound design, and newsroom collaboration between reporters and audio editors.

Canadian Screen Award Former CBC Audio
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Jordan Liu

Investigations & Safety

Jordan teaches threat modelling, document analysis, and encrypted source handling. They coordinate our FOI clinic and legal workshops with pro-bono partners.

FOI Clinic Lead SPJ Safety Fellow
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