About
AMMPE Canada is the Canadian chapter of the World Association of Women Journalists and Writers (AMMPE World), dedicated to connecting and empowering women in media. Launched in 2023, the chapter aims to promote communication with equality and supports local, independent journalism. Martine Lanctôt serves as the president of the Canadian chapter. Key details regarding AMMPE Canada include: Mission: To promote networking, professional development, and equality for women journalists and writers. Leadership: Martine Lanctôt was appointed president of the Canadian chapter, which was established as a new chapter in 2023. Activities: The chapter works within the broader international network, including collaboration on projects such as radio podcasts with U.S. counterparts. AMMPE Canada is part of a global organization that encourages women's voices in the media landscape.
Activities & Initiatives
The chapter works within the broader international network, including collaboration on projects such as radio podcasts with U.S. counterparts.
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Canada · Local Media Coverage
Canada Drops to 21st in World Press Freedom Index Following Journalist Arrests
Reporters Without Borders released its 2025 index showing Canada fell seven spots to 21st place globally. The report cites the arrests of journalists covering police actions at encampments and growing media ownership concentration as primary factors undermining the country's press freedom score.
📰 Reporters Without Borders
Indigenous Journalist Brandi Morin Recognized for Human Rights Advocacy
Renowned Cree/Iroquois/French journalist Brandi Morin was named a finalist for the 2025 CAJ Human Rights Reporting award. Her work continues to highlight Indigenous land rights and social justice, gaining international attention following her 2024 arrest while reporting on a police encampment raid.
📰 The Canadian Association of Journalists
Google Finalizes $100 Million Annual Fund for Canadian News Publishers
The Canadian government confirmed that the inaugural $100 million payment from Google is being distributed to domestic news organizations through a collective fund. The payment is part of a 2024 agreement following the passage of the Online News Act to support the media ecosystem.
📰 CBC News
Michener Awards Foundation Names 2025 Finalists for Public Service Journalism
On April 30, 2026, the Michener Awards Foundation announced its 2025 finalists, including CTV News W5 for its investigation into online intimate image trading and The Globe and Mail for uncovering Alberta health procurement irregularities. The winner will be presented at Rideau Hall in June.
📰 Michener Awards Foundation
Canadian Association of Journalists Announces 2025 Award Finalists in Ottawa
The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) revealed its 2025 finalists for investigative excellence on April 21, 2026. The awards will be presented at the national conference at Carleton University, highlighting stories that involve persistence, perseverance, and a demand for institutional accountability.
📰 Newswire Canada
CBC News Adds 11 New Local Bureaus to Strengthen Community Reporting
As part of its 'Here for Canada' strategic plan, CBC News established 11 new bureaus and hired 33 journalists to serve underserved regions. This expansion increases the public broadcaster's footprint to 77 bureaus, aiming to improve proximity to local stories across every province and territory.
📰 Public Media Alliance