Radio-Canada Info and CBC News have obtained certification from the Journalism Trust (JTI) initiative, launched in 2018 by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and its partners to combat misinformation.
Following a self-assessment followed by an independent audit conducted by the firm Deloitte, Radio-Canada and CBC News received top marks in several areas such as respect for journalism principles, accuracy and consideration. regard to resources.
We are pleased with this Reporters Without Borders certification, as it attests to the quality, rigor and freedom of our journalism.said Catherine Tait, president and CEO of CBC / Radio-Canada, in a press release.
At a time when misinformation has spread, this international standard sends a clear message to Canadians that they can trust the reliability of our journalism coverage.he added.
JTI was launched by RSF in collaboration with Agence France Presse (AFP). RSF defends freedom, pluralism and freedom of the press around the world.
To award its certification, it assesses the transparency and editorial practice of the information services that submit their application.
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