Reporter-Editor, Ontario Desk

Position Overview

This hybrid role based in Toronto requires the selected candidate to work at the office at least three days each week. The Canadian Press seeks a dedicated, experienced journalist capable of producing content with accuracy and creativity across various assignments. The role demands regular evening and weekend shifts as part of the schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and gather multimedia news content for The Canadian Press services including print, broadcast, and video formats.
• Report breaking news promptly across all platforms, leveraging social media effectively.
• Proactively generate original story ideas, special projects, and exclusives to influence news coverage.
• Demonstrate strong multitasking skills under tight deadlines while maintaining clarity and accuracy.
• Edit copy and perform desk duties as required.
• Work scheduled shifts which include evenings and weekends regularly.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in journalism or equivalent professional experience in the field.
• Hands-on experience working in a fast-paced, real-time digital newsroom environment.
• Excellent news judgment and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong writing and editing proficiency.
• Proven expertise in using social media platforms both for news gathering and enhancing the organization's public profile.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Familiarity with Canadian Press style guidelines is advantageous.
• Bilingualism in English and French is considered a plus, but not mandatory.

Additional Information

Applications should be submitted by August 14, 2026, and must include PDFs or links to work samples alongside a cover letter. The salary range for this position is from 55,377 to 89,254 Canadian dollars annually, depending on experience, skills, and suitability for the role.

The Canadian Press values diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create an accessible, barrier-free workplace that respects all groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities.

AI Disclosure: No artificial intelligence tools are utilized in evaluating or selecting candidates; all recruitment decisions are made by human evaluators.