Friends of Canadian Media
@friendscndm
Standing up for Canadian voices in Canadian media. En défense de nos voix dans nos médias.
What actually makes Canadian content Canadian? Who creates it? Who owns it? And in the streaming era, how do Canadian stories get seen? Our latest Policy Made Simple explainer breaks it down. 👉: https://friends.ca/policy-explainer-6-what-actually-makes-canadian-content-canadian/ #CanCon
Local news keeps us connected to the places we call home. For Canadians like Margaret, the CBC helps them stay informed about their communities and the country. Local news matters. Canadian stories matter. Public broadcasting matters. #CBC #LocalNews #CanadianMedia #CDNmedia
We join Canadians in mourning the passing of #LloydRobertson, one of Canada's most respected broadcasters. From the CBC to CTV National News, his decades of trusted journalism left a lasting legacy. Our deepest condolences to his family, friends & former colleagues. #cdnmedia
Every story shared is a reminder of the important role @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social continues to play in the lives of Canadians. Thank you to everyone who has shared their perspective. #CBC #PublicBroadcasting #CanadianStories #Canada
🎉 Congratulations to Riley Brady of the University of British Columbia! Winner of the 2026 Friends of Canadian Media Student Journalism Scholarship for the story, Analysis: How British Columbia Voted in the Federal Election. 🏆 www.coastalfront.ca/p/analysis-h... #Journalism #StudentJournalism
Our statement on the elimination of the online streaming contribution framework for U.S. streamers. Visit our website to read the full statement. 👇 friends.ca/statement-fr... #MediaPolicy #CanadianMedia #CDNMedia #CRTC #OnlineStreamingAct #CanCon
Hockey Night in Canada is leaving @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social this fall. Canadians deserve access to the sporting and cultural moments that bring us together. Tell your MP to support exploring an Anti-Siphoning policy. 🔗 friends.ca/takeaction/h... #CanadianMedia #PublicBroadcasting
This testimony highlights why the #CBC matters—it's more than just a broadcaster; it's a vital part of our Canadian identity, bringing us all together. 🍁 Let's ensure future generations have the same connection. #DefendtheCBC #defendcanadianvoices
Weekend read 📖 Should Canada's biggest sporting and cultural moments stay accessible to everyone, not just streaming subscribers? Our latest policy explainer explores why Canada should consider an anti-siphoning list. 🔗 friends.ca/why-canada-n... #CanadianMedia #PublicBroadcasting
Carry Canadian stories with you. 🍁 Donate $25 or more to Friends of Canadian Media and receive our Made in Canada Tote Bag while supplies last. Support Canadian media and show your support wherever you go. 🛍️Get yours: friendsofcanadianmedia.myshopify.com/products/can... #CanadianMedia
🍁Happy Canada Day from Friends of Canadian Media! Today, we celebrate the stories, communities, and voices that make Canada unique. Here's to keeping Canadian stories strong for generations to come. #CanadaDay #CanadianStories #CanadianMedia
Every @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social story is different. For one of our longtime supporters from Penticton, BC, the CBC has been part of daily life for more than 60 years. Now we're curious... How long has the CBC been part of your life? Share your story in the comments. #CanadianMedia
Our latest #newsletter is now live and packed with important insights you won't want to miss. We invite you to read it via the link below:👇 https://mailchi.mp/friends.ca/the-friendly-brief-an-action-packed-spring
1/2 In a recent op-ed for The Hill Times, our Executive Director, @rajshoan.bsky.social, argues that, before reopening the CRTC's decision on streaming contributions, the government should carefully consider what it means for regulatory certainty, cultural policy, and support for Canadian content.
🚨 What does the Safe Social Media Act actually mean for Canadians? Our latest policy explainer breaks down the proposed legislation, the Digital Safety Commission, platform accountability, and what happens next. Read more: friends.ca/policy-expla... #OnlineSafety #DigitalPolicy
💡Did You Know? Introducing a bill is only the beginning. Before the Safe Social Media Act can become law, it must move through debate, committee review, and votes in Parliament. Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/canadian-... Read our take on social media regulation: friends.ca/media-mythbu...
Today’s introduction of the Safe Social Media Act and a new Digital Safety Commission is an important step toward making online spaces safer for everyone. This work is overdue — let’s get it done. Read our full statement here: friends.ca/statement-fr... #OnlineSafety
83% of women and gender-diverse people in Canada have witnessed #onlinehate in the past 24 months. Online hate isn't an isolated issue. It requires stronger safeguards and accountability online. Learn more: ywcacanada.ca/what-we-do/p... Take action: friends.ca/takeaction/s...
Online harms aren't inevitable. We're joining partners across Canada to call for stronger platform accountability and safer digital spaces. Take action:👇 friends.ca/takeaction/s... @cajournalists.bsky.social, @unifor.org, @allianceradios.ca, CCNC-SJ, News Media Canada, Unplugged Canada
Our statement on recent CRTC decisions and the future of Canadian content. Visit our website for the full statement. 👇 friends.ca/statement-fr... #CanadianMedia #CRTC #CDNMedia #CanadianCulture #Broadcasting #CulturalSovereignty
1/2 Online abuse is not “just part of the internet.” Gendered digital harm affects safety, mental health, and participation online. Platforms and policymakers must do more to create safer digital spaces in Canada. #OnlineHarms #DigitalSafety #TechAccountability
1/2 Melissa’s story is not isolated. Every day, #Canadians log on to platforms that put them at risk. Hateful content, misinformation, and harmful material targeting children are built into platform economics. We’re launching a national campaign to hold Big Tech accountable.
There’s something powerful about the role public media can play over generations. For many Canadians, the #CBC has been a familiar voice through changing times, places, and experiences. Stories like this are part of a much bigger picture. #PublicBroadcasting #cdnpoli @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social
For many Canadians, @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social has been part of daily life for generations. Stories like this are part of a much bigger picture. #CanadianMedia #PublicBroadcasting #cdnpoli
How can journalism best fulfill its civic responsibility? The 2026 Dalton Camp Award-winning essay challenges how we think about objectivity, voice, and #democracy in today’s media landscape. READ THE $10,000 WINNING ESSAY👇 friends.ca/dalton-camp-... #DaltonCampAward #CanadianMedia #Journalism
“Elbows up” has to mean more than rhetoric. Supporting Canadian media means real action for journalism, public broadcasting, and our cultural industries. ▶️ Watch the full conversation with Friends of Canadian Media & @reelcanada.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=9z9f... #CanadianMedia
Our latest #newsletter is now live and packed with important insights you won't want to miss. We invite you to read it via the link below:👇 mailchi.mp/friends.ca/t...
Myth: Regulation = censorship Fact: It’s accountability This is about platform behaviour — not free speech. Read more → friends.ca/media-mythbu... Stay informed → linktr.ee/friendscndm#... #OnlineHarms #FreeSpeech #DigitalPolicy #CanadianMedia #PlatformAccountability
1/2 Canada may restrict social media access for users under 18. But this isn’t just about age limits. Young people are exposed to harmful content, misinformation, and systems designed for engagement, not safety. Should platforms be held responsible? 🔗 friends.ca/key-reads-in...
We're live at @dxcsummit.bsky.social. If you haven't already, make your way to our booth now. We're excited to meet and greet you there! #dxc26 #democracy #GlobalAffairs #creativeindustries #CulturalDiplomacy