At a time when trust in media is being tested, audiences are evolving faster than ever, and artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules, one question looms large: what does the future of journalism actually look like?
On May 13, Vancouver will play host to some of the country’s most influential voices in media as the Canadian Journalism Foundation, alongside the Global Journalism Innovation Lab at the UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media, presents the Future of Journalism Summit at the University of British Columbia.
A timely conversation—right when it matters most
This half-day summit isn’t just another industry gathering—it’s a deep dive into the forces actively reshaping how we consume, create, and trust news.
From technological disruption and shifting audience behaviours to the growing challenges of misinformation and sustainability, the event will explore the realities facing journalism today—and where it’s headed next.
Expect a dynamic mix of interactive table talks, panel discussions, and networking moments designed to spark meaningful, real-time dialogue between journalists, editors, creators, and media thinkers.
Big questions, even bigger voices
The program reads like a who’s who of Canadian media.
Among those set to take the stage: Christy Clark, alongside leading voices from major outlets including CTV, CBC/Radio-Canada, The Globe and Mail, Global News, and The Narwhal.
Notable speakers include CTV vice-president of news Richard Gray, Global News anchor and executive editor Dawna Friesen, CBC foreign correspondent Kris Reyes, broadcaster Simi Sara, award-winning journalist Tanya Talaga, and CTV News Vancouver anchor Mi-Jung Lee—each bringing a unique lens to the evolving media landscape.
What’s on the agenda
Throughout the afternoon, conversations will tackle some of the most pressing—and complex—topics in journalism right now.
Think: the rise of creator-driven reporting and its impact on local news, how journalists are navigating the intersection of politics and public trust, and the increasingly nuanced role of Canadian media in covering the United States.
Other sessions will explore climate journalism, explanatory reporting in an era of news avoidance, and the risks (and opportunities) of AI in the newsroom.
Why it matters
“At a critical moment for journalism, this summit brings together a wide range of perspectives and voices,” says CJF president and executive director Natalie Turvey. “We aim to spark meaningful conversations about how journalism can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing media landscape.”
It’s a sentiment that feels especially relevant now—when the role of credible, thoughtful journalism has never been more essential.
The details
The Future of Journalism Summit takes place May 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at UBC. Tickets are $20, with advance registration required for select sessions.
Whether you’re in media, studying it, or simply care about where your news comes from, this is one conversation worth being part of. —Noa Nichol
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