Canadian writers

Call for entries: Landsberg Award celebrates journalist championing women's equality issues

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Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Canadian Journalism Foundation, Michele Landsberg, Canadian writers, CJF, Writers, Media in Canada

TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2020 /CNW/ -Journalists who highlight women's equality issues are encouraged to apply for TheLandsberg Award , presented by The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) in association with the Canadian Women's Foundation.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2020 /CNW/ -Journalists who highlight women's equality issues are encouraged to apply for TheLandsberg Award , presented by The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) in association with the Canadian Women's Foundation.
  • The award, worth $5,000, is named after Michele Landsberg to acknowledge her tremendous impact as an advocate and role model.
  • "This important award celebrates those journalists whose work gives voice to the rights of women and to critical equality issues in our country."
  • Established to increase women's voices and awareness of women's issues in the media, this award recognizes a working journaliststaff or freelancedoing exceptional research, analysis and reporting through a gender lens about women's issues.

TVO to Host Ontario Liberal Party Leadership Debate

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Wednesday, January 29, 2020
ONTARIO, Canadian writers, Steve Paikin, The Agenda, Canadian people, TVOntario, Bill Davis, Mitzie Hunter

Toronto, Jan. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On February 19, 2020, TVO will host the Ontario Liberal leadership debate at TVOs William G. Davis studio in Toronto.

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  • Toronto, Jan. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On February 19, 2020, TVO will host the Ontario Liberal leadership debate at TVOs William G. Davis studio in Toronto.
  • The debate will be moderated by Steve Paikin, host of TVOs The Agenda with Steve Paikin, and all six Liberal leadership candidates will be participating: Michael Coteau, Steven Del Duca, Kate Graham, Brenda Hollingsworth, Mitzie Hunter and Alvin Tedjo.
  • The TVO debate is the only Ontario Liberal leadership debate scheduled to be broadcast during the campaign.
  • Were proud to welcome the candidates to TVO and we look forward to presenting our audience with an informative debate on todays key issues.

And the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize goes to … Ian Williams!

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Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Giller Prize, Jack Rabinovitch, Giller, Scotiabank, Canadian writers, Fiction, Short stories, 419, David Bergen

TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2019 /CNW/ - Ian Williams has been named the winner of the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize for his novel Reproduction, published by Random House Canada, taking home $100,000 courtesy of Scotiabank.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2019 /CNW/ - Ian Williams has been named the winner of the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize for his novel Reproduction, published by Random House Canada, taking home $100,000 courtesy of Scotiabank.
  • "Congratulations to Ian Williams for winning the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize!
  • Air Canada is the official and exclusive airline of the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize.
  • The Giller Prize, founded by Jack Rabinovitch in 1994, highlights the very best in Canadian fiction year after year.

The Hospital for Sick Children and OISE research concludes that JUMP Math students showed significant improvements in Math

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Thursday, October 31, 2019
Canadian writers, John Mighton, Writers, Elementary mathematics, Mathematics, Mathematical anxiety

The results of the extensive study showed positive effects in elementary grades on a range of math outcomes for students in the JUMP Math group.

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  • The results of the extensive study showed positive effects in elementary grades on a range of math outcomes for students in the JUMP Math group.
  • "We are very pleased with the results of the recently released study", said Dr. John Mighton, Founder, JUMP Math, "as it confirms what previous informal studies and in-school results have shown, JUMP Math students do better on math outcomes, including computation and problem-solving".
  • Dr. Mighton has posited for years that all students can learn math and that all teachers can teach math, resulting in increased confidence, self-esteem and enjoyment.
  • JUMP Math delivers demonstrably positive outcomes for students, inboth foundational skills and in problem solving."

October 2 - The Future of the Public Library

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Monday, October 7, 2019
Canadian writers, Anti-globalization movement, rabble.ca, Books, Jack Layton, Library, Public library, Canadian people

TORONTO, Oct. 7, 2019 /CNW/ - rabble.ca is delighted to spread the word about an exciting new series, The Future of the Public Library ,by Jack Layton Journalism for Change Fellow, Olivia Robinson.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 7, 2019 /CNW/ - rabble.ca is delighted to spread the word about an exciting new series, The Future of the Public Library ,by Jack Layton Journalism for Change Fellow, Olivia Robinson.
  • The series investigates how libraries across Canada are re-imagining these public spaces and are contributing in new and innovative ways to improve the social fabric of their communities.
  • "Fellowships like this are important because it allows you to expand on topics that aren't otherwise covered in the media.
  • Read The Future of Public Library series seehere: http://rabble.ca/tags/future-public-library .

Six Canadian authors named to the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist

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Monday, September 30, 2019
Writers, Women writers, Jack Rabinovitch, Doris Giller, Giller, Canadian writers, Scotiabank, Marina Endicott

For more information about the Between the Pages tour, please visit: www.scotiabankgillerprize.ca/between-the-pages

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  • For more information about the Between the Pages tour, please visit: www.scotiabankgillerprize.ca/between-the-pages
    Air Canada is the official and exclusive airline of the 2019 Scotiabank Giller Prize.
  • The Giller Prize, founded by Jack Rabinovitch in 1994, highlights the very best in Canadian fiction year after year.
  • The Scotiabank Giller Prize now awards $100,000 annually to the author of the best Canadian novel or short story collection published in English, and $10,000 to each of the finalists.
  • The award is named in honour of the late literary journalist Doris Giller by her husband Toronto businessman Jack Rabinovitch, who passed away in August 2017.

Elizabeth Smart to Keynote the Gracies Leadership Awards Presented by the Alliance for Women in Media

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Alliance for Women in Media, Writers, AWM, Gracie Awards, Canadian writers, Elizabeth Smart, Women writers

NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) is pleased to announce Elizabeth Smart, author, founder of the "Elizabeth Smart Foundation" and children's advocate, will serve as keynote at the Gracies Leadership Awards on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at The Plaza Hotel, New York City.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Alliance for Women in Media (AWM) is pleased to announce Elizabeth Smart, author, founder of the "Elizabeth Smart Foundation" and children's advocate, will serve as keynote at the Gracies Leadership Awards on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at The Plaza Hotel, New York City.
  • "The Alliance for Women in Media has a strong history of supporting and celebrating women in media.
  • "The Alliance for Women in Media is proud to honor women for their extraordinary accomplishments," said Becky Brooks, executive director, AWM/F.
  • About the Alliance for Women in Media (AWM): The Alliance for Women in Media connects, recognizes and inspires women across the media industry.

The Ultimate Fitcation: Harley Pasternak and Four Seasons Collaborate to Help Travellers Feel Their Best on the Go

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Harley Pasternak, Pasternak, Canadian writers, Health, Occupations

Designed specifically for Four Seasons, the video series has been designed to help with five of the most common fitness challenges experienced by travellers.

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  • Designed specifically for Four Seasons, the video series has been designed to help with five of the most common fitness challenges experienced by travellers.
  • Yet we also know that it's difficult for them to stick to a routine or find time while on the go.
  • An overview of the five feature fitness videos developed by Four Seasons and Harley Pasternak is detailed below.
  • In this video, Pasternak highlights his gym equipment favourites, helping guests feel inspired to get fit at Four Seasons properties around the world.

Barnes & Noble Announces Margaret Atwood’s The Testaments as September 2019 National Book Club Selection

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Thursday, September 5, 2019
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Barnes & Noble, Inc., the worlds largest retail bookseller, today announced The Testaments by Margaret Atwood as the September 2019 selection for the Barnes & Noble Book Club, a monthly book club designed to bring readers in communities across the country together to discuss the most compelling books.

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  • Barnes & Noble, Inc., the worlds largest retail bookseller, today announced The Testaments by Margaret Atwood as the September 2019 selection for the Barnes & Noble Book Club, a monthly book club designed to bring readers in communities across the country together to discuss the most compelling books.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190905005170/en/
    The Barnes & Noble Book Club Edition of Margaret Atwood's "The Testaments."
  • Barnes & Noble holds Book Club discussions about one month after the Companys book of the month selection is released.
  • The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition of The Testaments has a Q&A with Margaret Atwood and a Reading Group Guide.

Dame Anna Wintour Receives Inaugural "Icon Award"

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Anna Wintour, Vogue, Occupations, Writers, Wintour, Canadian writers, Barry Avrich

The Icon Award serves as recognition of a lifetime achievement for the advancement of women in film, television, and the arts.

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  • The Icon Award serves as recognition of a lifetime achievement for the advancement of women in film, television, and the arts.
  • Wintour continues to inspire generations of dreamers, believers, and fans of the arts around the world.
  • "Long before people were truly called icons, Dame Anna defined that title," says Barry Avrich, Producer and Event Co-Chair.
  • To complete the exhibit, the Hotel has also displayed an iconic image of Dame Anna Wintour, as a tribute to her significant career achievements.