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An update on the progress of Canadian whistleblower Edgar Schmidt and his case against the federal government, courtesy of Voices-Voix.

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Update on Canadian Whistleblower Edgar Schmidt

An update on the progress of Canadian whistleblower Edgar Schmidt and his case against the federal government, courtesy of Voices-Voix.
2012/2013 Review of Free Expression in Canada
CJFE's 2012/2013 Review of Free Expression in Canada

To coincide with World Press Freedom Day on May 3, CJFE is launching its annual Review of Free Expression in Canada. This year's Review highlights a serious issue in Canada: a cult of secrecy. The Review is available for download.
Canada’s second Universal Periodic Review at the UN Human Rights Council

Read CJFE’s joint submission on Canada’s free expression record, submitted for Canada's second UPR. The country’s human rights record will be reviewed on Friday, April 26.
Private Bill Threatens CBC’s Journalistic integrity
Bill C-461 threatens CBC journalistic integrity and protection of sources

CJFE is concerned that Bill C-461 will jeopardize the journalistic independence and integrity of the CBC and could reveal the identity of confidential sources used by its reporters.
Watching case of Canadian whistleblower, Edgar Schmidt
Report Card of Free Expression in Canada: Connected Disconnect

CJFE's annual Report Card of Free Expression in Canada provides an assessment of the key issues and institutions that have impacted the state of free expression in the country over the past year.
Whistleblower protection still in its infancy in Canada

An examination of the current state of protection for whistleblowers and journalists protecting their sources, in Canada.
Newest CJFE Award highlights need to protect those who speak out in the public interest; three former federal scientists honoured
Dr. Shiv Chopra, Dr. Margaret Haydon, and Dr. Gérard Lambert: 2011 Integrity Award

Chopra, Haydon and Lambert exemplify why whistleblowers should be lauded and protected. By sacrificing career and reputation to keep Canadian food safe, they’ve led the way in protecting the public good.
CJFE’s Report Card 2010-11 - Like Sheep to the Slaughter

From protection for whistleblowers to the G20 Summit in Toronto, read CJFE's assessment of important free expression issues in Canada, and how some of our major institutions have performed.
Voting for free expression – Week Four – Ask your local candidates about Canada’s whistleblower protections

Ahead of Canada’s May 2 federal election, CJFE encourages you to ask your local candidates about their stance on critical free expression issues. Each week CJFE will post questions which you can e-mail, call or write to your candidates. We’d love to know what they say, and what your thoughts are too.
CJFE Hopes for Positive Decision in Ken Peters case
CJFE Celebrates Quebec Decision in Favour of Protection Sources

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