CJF panel to evaluate climate-solutions journalism

TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - Recent extreme weather patterns around the globe have underscored the critical imperative to engage audiences with the climate crisis. In an era marked by public news avoidance, newsrooms grapple with crafting climate journalism that not only resonates with audiences but also conveys the gravity of the situation. Climate-solutions journalism serves as a potential remedy to news avoidance, but does it truly live up to its promise? On November 8 (12:30 p.m. EST), the Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF), in partnership with insurer Intact Financial Corporation, will convene a panel of experts to probe the effectiveness of this approach.

This free virtual event, "Is Climate-Solutions Journalism the Solution?," will unite a panel of eminent climate journalists, academics and editors who are at the forefront of communicating the climate-crisis story to discuss how to make climate journalism more engaging and impactful.

To attend, register here.

"At a time when our planet is facing unprecedented climate challenges, it's crucial that we foster compelling and impactful climate journalism," says Natalie Turvey, CJF president and executive director. "Such a significant and urgent issue compels us to examine every item in our toolbox to ensure that we can tell the story in a way that not only engages the public but also provokes change."

Adds Intact Financial Deputy Senior Vice-President of Corporate Affairs and Communications Diane Flanagan, also a CJF board member: "At Intact, we have been on the front lines of climate change with customers for more than a decade. We see climate as a top priority and it will continue to be a defining challenge facing society for the next century."

"Our focus on climate adaptation is guided by efforts to make communities more climate resilient. We applaud and encourage the role journalists play in shining a spotlight on tangible climate solutions that people and businesses can take to help build more resilient communities."

The virtual discussion features Steph Kwetásel'wet Wood, a member of The Narwhal team that won the 2023 CJF Award for Climate Solutions Reporting, Dr. Anabela Bonada, Manager of the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation, Mark Hertsgaard, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Covering Climate Now and Diego Arguedas Ortiz, Network Manager of the Oxford Climate Journalism Network at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism. Laura Lynch, host of CBC's award-winning climate solutions show "What On Earth?," will moderate.

For full speaker biographies, visit the event page.

This free virtual event is part of the CJF's J-Talks Live program that explores pressing journalistic issues.

The CJF thanks the generosity of exclusive J-Talks Live series sponsor TD Bank Group, broadcast partner CPAC and in-kind supporter Cision.

Is Climate Solutions Journalism the Solution?
DATE: Wednesday, November 8, at 12:30 p.m. EST
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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.

The CJF has been dedicated to acting as a catalyst for open and honest dialogue – helping to improve relationships between and understanding of the media and the private and public organizations that are often the focus of media and public attention. It is a pivotal distinction that sets The Canadian Journalism Foundation apart.

The Canadian Journalism Foundation attracts presidents, CEOs and senior executives from Canada's leading institutions. CJF's Executive Committee and Board of Directors include high-level representatives from corporations, media organizations, academic institutions, professional associations, and some of Canada's leading charitable foundations. CJF is built on the commitment of these inspired and influential individuals who lend their time and expertise to furthering CJF's mission.

Intact Financial Corporation (TSX: IFC) is the largest provider of property and casualty (P&C) insurance in Canada, a leading provider of global specialty insurance, and, with RSA, a leader in the U.K. and Ireland. Our business has grown organically and through acquisitions to over $21 billion of total annual premiums.

In Canada, Intact distributes insurance under the Intact Insurance brand through a wide network of brokers, including its wholly-owned subsidiary BrokerLink, and directly to consumers through belairdirect. Intact also provides affinity insurance solutions through the Johnson Affinity Groups.

In the US, Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions provides a range of specialty insurance products and services through independent agencies, regional and national brokers, and wholesalers and managing general agencies.

In the U.K., Ireland, and Europe, Intact provides personal, commercial and specialty insurance solutions through the RSA brands.

SOURCE Canadian Journalism Foundation