Canadian journalism programs launch J-Schools Canada

Several postsecondary journalism programs across Canada have teamed up to launch J-Schools Canada, a national organization that enables journalism educators to maintain high journalistic standards across the country. Carleton University currently administers the new program, which is also affiliated with the World Journalism Education Council. In addition to Carleton, J-Schools Canada includes the University of British Columbia, British Columbia Institute of Technology, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Lethbridge College, Mount Royal University, University of Regina, Wilfrid Laurier University, Ryerson University, Algonquin College, University of King’s College, and College of the North Atlantic. The release adds that membership is open to all post-secondary journalism programs in Canada. Carleton