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| caption = The front page of ''The True North Times'' in September, 2015. News is organized by region and topic. |
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| owners = The True North Times Inc. |
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| foundation = [[Montreal]], [[Quebec]], [[Canada]] ({{Start date|2014|2|14}}) |
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| location_city = [[Montreal]], [[Quebec]] |
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| Simren Sandh (President & CEO) |
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| Daniel Etcovitch (former CMO & CSO) |
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| Max Seltzer (former COO & Editor-in-Chief) |
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'''''The True North Times''''' is an online publication focused on [[Canadian politics]] and affairs.<ref>{{cite journal|last1=Cohen|first1=Mike|title=Young entrepreneurs try to turn political news into a career|journal=The Jewish Tribune|page=7|url=http://www.jewishtribune.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/2014-08-14.pdf|accessdate=14 August 2014}}{{Dead link|date=June 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=no }}</ref> Its coverage features federal, provincial, and municipal news, as well as lifestyle and other features. Launched in early 2014,<ref>{{cite web|last=Hudson|first=Erin|title=This Week in Campus Media|url=http://www.cup.ca/blog/2014/02/01/week-campus-media-2/|work=Canadian University Press|accessdate=12 May 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140202093952/http://www.cup.ca/blog/2014/02/01/week-campus-media-2/#|archive-date=2014-02-02|url-status=dead}}</ref> ''The True North Times'' has gained notoriety<ref>{{cite web|last1=McParland|first1=Kelly|title=Kelly McParland: The many faces of Canada's Liberals grows as federal, provincial parties diverge|url=http://fullcomment.nationalpost.com/2014/05/27/kelly-mcparland-the-many-faces-of-canadas-liberals-the-identity-gap-grows-as-federal-provincial-parties-diverge/|website=fullcomment.nationalpost.com|publisher=The National Post|accessdate=11 June 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://archive.today/20140831182510/http://fullcomment.nationalpost.com/2014/05/27/kelly-mcparland-the-many-faces-of-canadas-liberals-the-identity-gap-grows-as-federal-provincial-parties-diverge/|archivedate=31 August 2014}}</ref> among Canadians with high-profile interviews, articles, and election coverage being referenced in reputable, national news sources.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Browne|first1=Rachel|title=10 thoughts on Mike Duffy's pretty awful week|url=http://www.macleans.ca/politics/ottawa/10-thoughts-on-mike-duffys-pretty-awful-week/|website=Maclean's|publisher=Maclean's|accessdate=14 August 2014}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Teen Files Human Right Complaint Over Edmonton Sex Ed Program|url=http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/07/11/sex-ed-edmonton-schools-religious_n_5578565.html|website=The Huffington Post Canada|accessdate=14 August 2014}}</ref> In a departure from contemporary satire in Canada, ''The True North Times'' draws inspiration from ''[[The Daily Show]]'' in the United States, in that it does not write parody articles, like one may find in ''[[The Onion]]''. Instead, it comments on actual news stories, with the stated goal of using a more accessible style of reporting to reach otherwise apathetic voters, especially in the youth demographic.<ref name="Jobpostings">{{cite news|last1=McDonald|first1=James Michael|title=Finding The Lighter Side of The North|url=http://issuu.com/jobpostingsca/docs/jobpostings_oct14|accessdate=22 October 2014|work=Jobpostings Magazine|issue=October 2014|pages=12–13}}</ref> |
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== History == |
== History == |
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⚫ | ''The True North Times'' was founded in October 2013 by a small group of students at [[McGill University]]<ref>{{cite interview|work=Late Night Counsell|publisher=CFRA| date=10 July 2014|author=Daniel Etcovitch|accessdate=22 October 2014|url=http://proxy.autopod.ca/podcasts/chum/20/23527/LNC_140710.mp3|location=Ottawa, Ontario|title=Late Night Counsell|interviewer=John Counsell}}</ref> who saw youth political apathy as a problem and saw a gap in the media market, leaving room for an outlet that could be more accessible.<ref name="Jobpostings"/> After building a team and finding writers, the publication itself publicly launched on 14 February 2014. |
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⚫ | In March 2014, ''The True North Times'' began a series of interviews with candidates for mayor of [[Toronto]], in the midst of scandals surrounding Mayor [[Rob Ford]]. In April, the publication gained some notoriety for its coverage of the [[2014 Quebec general election|Quebec Election]], often using mockery to express criticism against the governing party, the [[Parti Quebecois]].<ref>{{cite web|title=A Friendly Reminder that Anglophones have the Right to Remain Silent – In Fact, it's Encouraged!|url=http://zunia.org/post/in-quebec-anglophones-have-the-right-to-remain-silent|work=Zunia Knowledge Exchange|accessdate=11 June 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://archive.today/20140831182434/http://zunia.org/post/in-quebec-anglophones-have-the-right-to-remain-silent|archivedate=31 August 2014}}</ref> In May 2014, they published an interview with the Honourable [[Elizabeth May]], the leader of the [[Green Party of Canada]].<ref>{{cite web|title=EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party|url=http://www.canadanewsdesk.com/home/source/The%20True%20North%20Times/|work=Canada News Desk|accessdate=15 May 2014}}</ref> |
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⚫ | The True North Times was founded in October 2013 by a small group of students at [[McGill University]] who saw youth political apathy as a problem and saw a gap in the media market, leaving room for an outlet that could be more accessible.<ref name="Jobpostings"/> After building a team and finding writers, the publication itself publicly launched on |
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⚫ | In March 2014, The True North Times began a series of interviews with candidates for mayor of [[Toronto]], in the midst of scandals surrounding Mayor [[Rob Ford]]. |
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== Format == |
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=== Articles === |
=== Articles === |
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As of July 2015, ''The True North Times'' published over 800 articles (10 to 20 articles each week), normally devoted to recent events in Canadian politics and representing views across the political spectrum.<ref>{{cite web|title=The True North Times|url=http://www.1000startups.ca/startup/the-true-north-times/|work=Startup Canada|accessdate=23 October 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141111031707/http://www.1000startups.ca/startup/the-true-north-times/#|archive-date=2014-11-11|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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As of May 2014 The True North Times published over 500 articles<ref>{{cite web|title=Weekly Recap Archives|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/category/weeklyrecap/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> (10-20 articles each week), normally devoted to recent events in Canadian politics and representing views across the political spectrum. |
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==== Columns ==== |
==== Columns ==== |
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⚫ | ''The True North Times'' also publishes weekly columns, notably a review of ''24/SEVEN'', the documentary series following the [[Canadian Prime Minister]]; ''Crazy Canadian Comments'', a round-up of the worst troll comments from across the internet; ''Canada From Eh to Zed'', a lifestyle column posting recipes and fashion; and ''Counter-Counter-Counter-Point'', where two (or more) columnists sound-off on the same issue, each presenting a different viewpoint. |
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⚫ | The True North Times also publishes weekly columns, |
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=== Interviews === |
=== Interviews === |
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The ''Torontopocalypse 2014'' series is devoted to interviewing all of the niche candidates [[2014 Toronto mayoral election|running for mayor of Toronto]]. They have interviewed fringe candidates Matt Mernagh,<ref>{{cite web|title=Exclusive Interview: Canada Weed Legend and Toronto Mayoral Candidate Matt Mernagh|url=http://dopechef.com/2014/02/true-north-times-interviews-matt-mernagh/|publisher=DopeChef|accessdate=12 May 2014}}</ref> Carlie "Barbie Bitch" Ritch, Ari Goldkind, Jeff Billard, Sketchy the Clown, Selina Chan, Erwin Sniedzins, and Morgan Baskin.<ref>{{cite web|author=Morgan Baskin|title=High School Student and Toronto Candidate for Mayor Morgan Baskin|url=http://www.morganbaskin.ca/the_true_north_times_april_14|work=MorganBaskin|accessdate=11 June 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://archive.today/20140831182440/http://www.morganbaskin.ca/the_true_north_times_april_14|archivedate=31 August 2014}}</ref> As well, in March 2014 they interviewed Elizabeth May, leader of the Green Party of Canada. |
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The ''Our Toronto'' project is devoted to interviewing all of the niche candidates [[Toronto mayoral election, 2014|running for mayor of Toronto]]. They have interviewed fringe candidates Matt Mernagh<ref>{{cite web|title=Exclusive Interview: Canada Weed Legend and Toronto Mayoral Candidate Matt Mernagh|url=http://dopechef.com/2014/02/true-north-times-interviews-matt-mernagh/|publisher=DopeChef|accessdate=12 May 2014}}</ref>, Carlie "Barbie Bitch" Ritch,<ref>{{cite web|title=Interview: Carlie Ritch/Barbie Bitch, Dominatrix, Candidate for Mayor of Toronto|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/2014/06/08/exclusive-interview-carlie-ritchbarbie-bitch-dominatrix-candidate-mayor-toronto/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> Ari Goldkind,<ref>{{cite web|title=Interview: Ari Goldkind, Candidate for Toronto Mayor|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/2014/06/15/exclusive-interview-ari-goldkind-candidate-for-toronto-mayor/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> Jeff Billard,<ref>{{cite web|title=Interview: Jeff Billard, Candidate for Toronto Mayor|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/2014/08/10/interview-jeff-billard-candidate-for-toronto-mayor/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> Sketchy the Clown,<ref>{{cite web|title=Interview: Sketchy the Clown, Candidate for Toronto Mayor|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/2014/08/03/interview-sketchy-clown-candidate-toronto-mayor/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> Selina Chan,<ref>{{cite web|title=Interview: Selina Chan, Candidate for Toronto Mayor|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/2014/06/29/interview-selina-chan-candidate-toronto-mayor/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> Erwin Sniedzins,<ref>{{cite web|title=Interview: Erwin Sniedzins, Candidate for MPP and Mayor of Toronto|url=http://www.truenorthtimes.ca/2014/06/11/exclusive-interview-erwin-sniedzins-candidate-for-mpp-and-mayor-of-toronto/|website=The True North Times|accessdate=22 October 2014}}</ref> and Morgan Baskin.<ref>{{cite web|last1=Baskin|first1=Morgan|title=High School Student and Toronto Candidate for Mayor Morgan Baskin|url=http://www.morganbaskin.ca/the_true_north_times_april_14|website=http://www.morganbaskin.ca|publisher=MorganBaskin.ca |accessdate=11 June 2014}}</ref> As well, in March 2014 they interviewed Elizabeth May, leader of the [Green Party of Canada]. |
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⚫ | The publication has delved into a few visual design projects, from Valentine's Day Cards depicting the likeness of politicians with erotic quotations to a highly-circulated infographic imagining a Quebec Republic's borders, policies, and economy.<ref>{{cite web|last=D'Alimonte|first=Michael|title=This Is The Republic Of Quebec Infographic|url=http://www.mtlblog.com/2014/03/this-is-the-republic-of-quebec-infographic/|work=MTL Blog|accessdate=12 May 2014}}</ref> |
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⚫ | The True North Times has done literal closed captioning of federal campaign ads, |
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⚫ | ''Who Said It?'' – A series which contrasts quotes from two public figures in order for users to try to guess who said the quote in question. So far,{{When|date=July 2021}} there has been [[Justin Trudeau]] or [[Superman]]? And [[Thomas Mulcair]] or [[Donald Trump]]? In addition, numerous quizzes and voter compass games have been featured on the site. |
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⚫ | ''Who Said It?'' A series which contrasts quotes from two public figures in order for users to try |
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== See also == |
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* [[List of satirical magazines]] |
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* [[List of satirical news websites]] |
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* [[The Daily Show]] |
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* [[List of satirical television news programs]] |
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* [[The Onion]] |
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* [[Frank (magazine)]] |
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* [[Rick Mercer Report]] |
* [[Rick Mercer Report]] |
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* [[This Hour Has 22 Minutes]] |
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Latest revision as of 19:10, 5 February 2024
Type | Fact-based news satire |
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Format | Online publication |
Owner(s) | The True North Times Inc. |
Launched | 14 February 2014 |
Website | truenorthtimes |
Company type | Private |
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Industry | Media |
Founded | 2014 |
Headquarters | , Canada |
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The True North Times is an online publication focused on Canadian politics and affairs.[1] Its coverage features federal, provincial, and municipal news, as well as lifestyle and other features. Launched in early 2014,[2] The True North Times has gained notoriety[3] among Canadians with high-profile interviews, articles, and election coverage being referenced in reputable, national news sources.[4][5] In a departure from contemporary satire in Canada, The True North Times draws inspiration from The Daily Show in the United States, in that it does not write parody articles, like one may find in The Onion. Instead, it comments on actual news stories, with the stated goal of using a more accessible style of reporting to reach otherwise apathetic voters, especially in the youth demographic.[6]
History
[edit]The True North Times was founded in October 2013 by a small group of students at McGill University[7] who saw youth political apathy as a problem and saw a gap in the media market, leaving room for an outlet that could be more accessible.[6] After building a team and finding writers, the publication itself publicly launched on 14 February 2014.
In March 2014, The True North Times began a series of interviews with candidates for mayor of Toronto, in the midst of scandals surrounding Mayor Rob Ford. In April, the publication gained some notoriety for its coverage of the Quebec Election, often using mockery to express criticism against the governing party, the Parti Quebecois.[8] In May 2014, they published an interview with the Honourable Elizabeth May, the leader of the Green Party of Canada.[9]
Format
[edit]Articles
[edit]As of July 2015, The True North Times published over 800 articles (10 to 20 articles each week), normally devoted to recent events in Canadian politics and representing views across the political spectrum.[10]
Columns
[edit]The True North Times also publishes weekly columns, notably a review of 24/SEVEN, the documentary series following the Canadian Prime Minister; Crazy Canadian Comments, a round-up of the worst troll comments from across the internet; Canada From Eh to Zed, a lifestyle column posting recipes and fashion; and Counter-Counter-Counter-Point, where two (or more) columnists sound-off on the same issue, each presenting a different viewpoint.
Interviews
[edit]The Torontopocalypse 2014 series is devoted to interviewing all of the niche candidates running for mayor of Toronto. They have interviewed fringe candidates Matt Mernagh,[11] Carlie "Barbie Bitch" Ritch, Ari Goldkind, Jeff Billard, Sketchy the Clown, Selina Chan, Erwin Sniedzins, and Morgan Baskin.[12] As well, in March 2014 they interviewed Elizabeth May, leader of the Green Party of Canada.
Videos
[edit]The True North Times has done literal closed captioning of federal campaign ads, as well as spoofed videos, such as the “Student Vote Represents Nothing” video in coverage of Montreal students who were disenfranchised in the April 2014 Provincial election.
Graphics
[edit]The publication has delved into a few visual design projects, from Valentine's Day Cards depicting the likeness of politicians with erotic quotations to a highly-circulated infographic imagining a Quebec Republic's borders, policies, and economy.[13]
Interactive media
[edit]Who Said It? – A series which contrasts quotes from two public figures in order for users to try to guess who said the quote in question. So far,[when?] there has been Justin Trudeau or Superman? And Thomas Mulcair or Donald Trump? In addition, numerous quizzes and voter compass games have been featured on the site.
See also
[edit]- List of satirical magazines
- List of satirical news websites
- List of satirical television news programs
- Rick Mercer Report
- This Hour Has 22 Minutes
References
[edit]- ^ Cohen, Mike. "Young entrepreneurs try to turn political news into a career" (PDF). The Jewish Tribune: 7. Retrieved 14 August 2014.[permanent dead link ]
- ^ Hudson, Erin. "This Week in Campus Media". Canadian University Press. Archived from the original on 2014-02-02. Retrieved 12 May 2014.
- ^ McParland, Kelly. "Kelly McParland: The many faces of Canada's Liberals grows as federal, provincial parties diverge". fullcomment.nationalpost.com. The National Post. Archived from the original on 31 August 2014. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
- ^ Browne, Rachel. "10 thoughts on Mike Duffy's pretty awful week". Maclean's. Maclean's. Retrieved 14 August 2014.
- ^ "Teen Files Human Right Complaint Over Edmonton Sex Ed Program". The Huffington Post Canada. Retrieved 14 August 2014.
- ^ a b McDonald, James Michael. "Finding The Lighter Side of The North". Jobpostings Magazine. No. October 2014. pp. 12–13. Retrieved 22 October 2014.
- ^ Daniel Etcovitch (10 July 2014). "Late Night Counsell". Late Night Counsell (Interview). Interviewed by John Counsell. Ottawa, Ontario: CFRA. Retrieved 22 October 2014.
- ^ "A Friendly Reminder that Anglophones have the Right to Remain Silent – In Fact, it's Encouraged!". Zunia Knowledge Exchange. Archived from the original on 31 August 2014. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party". Canada News Desk. Retrieved 15 May 2014.
- ^ "The True North Times". Startup Canada. Archived from the original on 2014-11-11. Retrieved 23 October 2014.
- ^ "Exclusive Interview: Canada Weed Legend and Toronto Mayoral Candidate Matt Mernagh". DopeChef. Retrieved 12 May 2014.
- ^ Morgan Baskin. "High School Student and Toronto Candidate for Mayor Morgan Baskin". MorganBaskin. Archived from the original on 31 August 2014. Retrieved 11 June 2014.
- ^ D'Alimonte, Michael. "This Is The Republic Of Quebec Infographic". MTL Blog. Retrieved 12 May 2014.