This week marks National Newspaper Week. The Sarnia Journal joins news outlets across Canada in celebrating the importance of local journalism and the ‘Champions behind the Truth.’
Tara Jeffrey
It’s National Newspaper Week, and there has never been a more critical time to celebrate the role of news — whether digital or print — in our communities and reinforce the importance of homegrown news and the real people involved.
Every day, news outlets across Canada are publishing important stories — and The Sarnia Journal is no exception. From community events and city council coverage, to sports highlights and breaking news, there’s a team working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure readers have access to credible, local news they can trust.
We are not just journalists — we’re community builders, storytellers and truth-seekers.
And just like you, we live here and care deeply about our community.
Our stories have the power to change lives — whether it be local tenants fighting to get their homes back, pushing for more addictions resources, or desperately trying to secure life-saving cancer medication.
We’re here for the lighter moments, too: showcasing our thriving young athletes, science fair winners and lemonade stand champions.
Right now, we’re up against tech giants blocking access to our news, a growing spread of misinformation and ongoing anti-press rhetoric. So this week, we’re highlighting ways you can support your local news outlet — whether it’s buying an ad, subscribing to newsletters, or making a donation.
Former Washington Post media columnist Margaret Sullivan said in a recent podcast: “A good paper is one that holds public officials accountable, that attends local meetings and is the eyes and ears of the public, and that tells the truth… and seeks it.
You may not agree with everything you read. And that's OK, too.“Newspapers and journalists do tend to annoy people,” she went on to say. “And that’s part of why they exist.
“You can’t make everybody happy all the time, nor should you be trying to.”
Why We Celebrate National Newspaper Week
National Newspaper Week is an annual opportunity to recognize the critical role that newspapers play in an active and healthy democracy and is celebrated in North America starting on the first Sunday in October. Local newspapers deliver vital information to Canadians, connecting local communities across the country and keeping citizens informed, engaged, and connected.