'Behind the Scenes: The View from Vancouver' features CBC's Ian Hanomansing in Upcoming J-Talk
TORONTO, May 11, 2020 /CNW/ - Ian Hanomansing, the Vancouver-based weekend host of CBC News's The National, will speak about British Columbia's handling of COVID-19 and covering the coronavirus, on the next J-Talks Live webcast on Thursday, May 14 at 1 p.m. EDT / 10 a.m. PDT.
From the outset, COVID-19 has been a fast-moving, relentless challenge for journalists across Canada and around the world. Hanomansing will share the regional differences of this story, along with the challenges broadcast journalists face reporting in the current physical-distancing environment.
To participate in this free J-Talk, register at our event page.
"British Columbia has distinguished itself throughout this pandemic from the start, not only because it was where Canada's first community-transmission cases appeared, but because of the approaches taken by leaders who have a say in this crisis," says Anna Maria Tremonti, who hosts the J-Talks Live series and is also the host of More, the CBC podcast. "I'm looking forward to speaking with Ian about his on-the-ground perspective, and what the reporting challenges are in this current reality."
This event is part of the Canadian Journalism Foundation's J-Talks program, which explores pressing journalistic issues. This special series of free 40-minute webcasts focuses on journalism's critical role in the COVID-19 crisis and the issues reporters cover to bring trustworthy news and information to Canadians. Recent special J-Talks webcasts included discussions with The Globe and Mail's award-winning health reporter André Picard, Jane Lytvynenko, senior reporter with BuzzFeed News and Nathan VanderKlippe, Asia correspondent for The Globe and Mail.
Past event videos and podcasts from our popular J-Talks series are also available.
The CJF thanks the generosity of J-Talks series sponsor BMO Financial Group and in-kind supporter CISION.
DATE: Thursday, May 14, 2020, 1 p.m. EDT / 10 a.m. PDT
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About The Canadian Journalism Foundation
Founded in 1990, The Canadian Journalism Foundation promotes, celebrates and facilitates excellence in journalism. The foundation runs a prestigious awards and fellowships program featuring an industry gala where news leaders, journalists and corporate Canada gather to celebrate outstanding journalistic achievement and the value of professional journalism. Through monthly J-Talks, a public speakers' series, the CJF facilitates dialogue among journalists, business people, academics and students about the role of the media in Canadian society and the ongoing challenges for media in the digital era. The foundation also fosters opportunities for journalism education, training and research.
SOURCE Canadian Journalism Foundation
For inquiries: Natalie Turvey, President and Executive Director, The Canadian Journalism Foundation, [email protected]
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