Reporter Mississauga (Temporary)
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Job Summary
Metroland is excited to be participating in Canadas Local Journalism Initiative which aims to which aims to promote local journalism in underserved communities in Canada. This is a 6-month contract position.
Job Description
Coordinate with the Managing Editor to generate fresh and interesting local news and feature stories.
- Provide comprehensive and engaging coverage of municipal government and regional school boards written in traditional and alternative story forms.
- Adapt to an environment where news and information is updated frequently and the work atmosphere demands urgency.
- Produce high-quality trustworthy journalism using excellent reporting and researching skills including data analysis.
- Understand the value of information large and small and the connection between what is being reported on and our readers.
- Other duties as required.
Salary Range: $44059.01 to $56829.84
This is a unionized position
The deadline to apply: April 2 2026
Qualifications :
- Diploma or degree in journalism or in a related field.
- A motivated self-starter who is an innovative driven journalist with the ability to write clean copy and take photos.
- Proven news judgment and a strong work ethic.
- Competent in social media outlets (Facebook Twitter etc.) and possess online posting skills.
- Effective organizational skills ability to manage time and prioritize tasks appropriately.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced deadline-driven and demanding environment.
- Team-oriented individual who can build professional relationships with team members and the community.
- Well-versed in Canadian libel law and Canadian Press style.
- Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
- Must be able to work remotely.
- Must be able to travel within the community for assignments.
Additional Information :
Torstar Group of Companies is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates including persons with compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) uses AI for initial screening and assessment; however all final selection decisions are made by our Hiring Managers.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) uses AI for initial screening and assessment; however all final selection decisions are made by our Hiring Managers.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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- AP Style
- Research Experience
- Journalism
- Transcription
- Writing Skills
About Company
Torstar Corporation is a progressive media organization with a long, proud history in newspapers and a passion for capitalizing on the fluid world of digital and mobile media. Torstars vision for success is driven by a deep customer-centric obsession, continued journalistic excellen ... View more
