Op-Ed Archives - The Community Press

OPINION: Bail Reform Badly Needed

Often what stands out most is the effort put forward by the RCMP to arrest criminals that sometimes leads to a slap on the wrist and “released on conditions.” Even if the person arrested is already ‘on conditions’ awaiting trial.

editor April 6, 2026

Alberta News National News News

Opinion: CBC should go where media is missing — not competing in established markets

Tim Shoults critiques CBC's expansion into areas already served by local media, highlighting concerns over resource duplication and competition posed to community news outlets. Despite recognizing the need for a public broadcaster, he argues that CBC should focus on regions lacking news coverage instead of competing with existing local journalism.

editor February 20, 2026

Op-Ed

The Local Take: What old Flagstaff area restaurant do you miss the most and why?

The Local Take invites readers to share memories of Flagstaff by answering a weekly question: "What old Flagstaff area restaurant do you miss the most and why?" Responses will be printed in The Community Press with only first names included. Engage with the community and reminisce about the past.

editor February 10, 2026

Alberta News National News News

Listen up Feds: journalism needs support (now)

Paul Deegan, president of News Media Canada, urges the government and Canada Post to rethink their recent decisions impacting community newspapers. Highlighting Canada Post's financial struggles and its critical role in distributing local news, he criticizes changes that threaten revenue sources such as flyer inserts and calls for fairer advertising practices.

editor October 29, 2025

National News Op-Ed

Ontario Premier Doug Ford shouts out newspapers during National Newspaper Week

National Newspaper Week, celebrated from October 5 to 11, highlighted the value of local journalism in Canada, with Ontario Premier Doug Ford praising The Manitoulin Expositor as a vital community source. During the event, he announced infrastructure plans, including a refurbishment of the 110-year-old Manitoulin swing bridge and a new nursing home in Wiikwemkoong.

editor October 22, 2025

Op-Ed National News

Facebook prioritizing AI slop over legitimate Canadian news

October marks the start of municipal election season in Alberta and Quebec, amidst Meta's news blocking in Canada. This dynamic raises concerns about accurate information as citizens struggle to verify facts. An incident illustrates the risk of AI-generated misinformation, emphasizing the necessity for reliable news sources before crucial voting decisions.

editor October 12, 2025