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Championing press freedom, defending democracy

World Press Freedom Canada's mission is to champion press freedom in Canada and around the world.

As a non-profit organization, we stand at the forefront of defending the ability of journalists to report the truth without fear or interference.

We do this by:

Advocating for the rights of journalists and a free press to uphold democracy
Celebrating the vital role of journalists in promoting transparency, accountability, and democracy in Canada and beyond
Identifying press freedom violations

Press Freedom Index

World Abuses

Killed since January 1, 2025

6 Journalists

0 Media Workers

6

Detained as of today

527 Journalists

26 Media Workers

553

Source: RSF.com | Visit the RSF Barometer »

Canadian Abuses

6

Denials of access in 2024

2

Arrest/criminal charge in 2024

4

Physical attacks in 2024

582

Chilling statements by HonestReporting Canada in 2024

Source: canadapressfreedom.ca »

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