Monthly Archives: August 2016

How do we talk about success in childhood?

by Daniel Stahl on

The case for deeper reporting on education in Canada The Canadian education system faces some serious challenges. But most media outlets fail to report on those problems, Discourse Media found in our new landscape analysis, “How do we talk about success in childhood?” Reporting on education in Canada is often driven by conflicts or by political funding discussions. But the people interviewed in the landscape analysis highlight other important issues.…

Guide for pitching ideas to Discourse Media

by Erin Millar on

  Do you have a story idea you’d like to pitch us? Here’s what we need from you. Click here for a PDF version of this pitch guide. Elements that we look for when deciding to take on a project: 1. Journalism that builds empathy. When done well, this approach to journalism goes beyond simply causing an audience to feel compassion for a voice or character impacted by the issue reported on.…

Discourse Media expands with new hires in editorial, business development and marketing

by Erin Millar on

VANCOUVER, B.C. — Discourse Media is excited to announce multiple new hires, including president Ian Gill and managing editor Lindsay Sample. “We’ve enjoyed significant growth this year, our third, despite the troubled Canadian media landscape, and I’m delighted to bring on board new talent and experience that will contribute much to Discourse Media’s continued growth,” says Erin Millar, editor-in-chief and CEO. “Our momentum is attracting smart people who share our…