Experienced Public Safety Reporter

Join Postmedia as a full-time reporter covering public safety in Ottawa. Investigate systemic issues affecting the community and develop impactful stories that hold decision-makers accountable.

The Ottawa Citizen/Sun seeks a driven reporter with a keen investigative spirit. Focus on daily life challenges such as crime, violence, homelessness, and environmental emergencies in Canada’s capital. Ideal candidates will have experience building sources and fact-checking information to deliver reliable journalism that serves the public interest.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce enterprise stories on public safety issues

• Bolster breaking news coverage of crime and emergencies

• Analyze publicly available documents and data

• Build relationships within police services and government

• Fact-check statements made by key decision-makers

Requirements:

• Degree in journalism or relevant reporting experience

• Over five years in major newsrooms

• Experience with crime, justice, and investigative reporting

• Knowledge of police systems and public records

• Familiarity with legal and ethical issues in reporting

Deliver essential stories and contribute to accountability journalism in Ottawa with Postmedia.
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