Championing press freedom in Canada and abroad
World Press Freedom Canada succeeded Ottawa’s National Press Club in its role of monitoring press freedom issues nationally and globally in 2008. The committee was incorporated as a non-profit body to champion press freedom in Canada and abroad.
Our mission is to champion press freedom in Canada and around the world by advocating for the rights of journalists, celebrating the vital role of journalists in promoting transparency, accountability, and democracy in Canada and abroad and identifying press freedom violations.
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Contact us at: info@worldpressfreedomcanada.ca
What We Do
Advocacy: We fight for stronger protections for journalists and media workers in legislation and in practice, ensuring they can work freely and securely.
Celebration: We recognize and honour the indispensable contributions of journalists and media workers, showcasing their role in fostering informed public discourse and democratic resilience.
Support: Whether through direct action, resources, or partnerships, we stand in solidarity with journalists and media workers facing threats, intimidation, or censorship. By championing the rights of the press, we champion the right of all people to access truthful and independent information—a cornerstone of any free and democratic society.
Board of Directors
Committees
Our committees play a crucial role in advancing our mandate to champion press freedom at home and abroad and support democracy. By focusing on key areas such as advocacy, communications, events, fundraising, and governance, each committee contributes to creating a robust, informed, and engaged community that protects the rights of journalists and media workers. Our work on these committees help raise awareness, foster public dialogue, and provide essential resources, all of which are vital to ensuring that press freedom remains a cornerstone of democratic societies.
