Monthly Archives: April 2011

This April 30th we’re looking for unique moments from your day

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Preparing for 1 Day

On April 30th, I’m going to be a filmmaker. I’ll be one of the hundreds of Canadians taking part in CBC’s 1 Day documentary special – and you could be too. The aim of this project is to create a … Continue reading

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When North meets South: A partnership for lasting benefit

Deepening our relationship with Canadians; building partnerships; making a valuable contribution to communities; attracting a diverse workforce; and responding to the needs of Aboriginal Canadians — these are just some of the goals of CBC/Radio-Canada’s new strategic plan, Everyone, Every … Continue reading

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SxSW: More than just bands and BBQ (part 2)

Last week I posted part one of SxSW: More Than Just Bands and BBQ. As CBC Radio 3’s blog editor/online community manager, I attended this year’s SxSW Interactive to check out the latest developments in interactive culture, policy and technology. … Continue reading

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Earth Day: A day to celebrate the bike at CBC/Radio-Canada

According to David Suzuki, one of CBC’s most famous celebrities, “…the bike is still a marvel of ingenuity. In fact, it may well be the most efficient form of transportation yet invented.” I agree. Bicycles provide nimble and hassle-free transportation, … Continue reading

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1 Day. 24 Hours. 34 Million Lives.

On any ordinary day in Canada, extraordinary things happen. Canadians have remarkable stories to tell. And for the past 75 years, the CBC has helped us share those stories with each other. This year, we celebrate our rich heritage with … Continue reading

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SXSW: More than just bands and a BBQ

When most people think of the South by Southwest Conference, they tend to think BBQ, bands and more BBQ. While this is true (and I think I have scurvy to prove it), there is a huge interactive component that brings … Continue reading

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48 hours in Nova Scotia with CBC/Radio-Canada president Hubert T. Lacroix

I was waiting for Hubert in the hotel lobby in Halifax. I definitely didn’t want to miss the chance to introduce myself, since I was supposed to be his “shadow” for just over two days during his visit to Nova … Continue reading

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Leading the way in employer excellence

The award… On the evening of April 4th, over 400 high profile government and business leaders gathered under one roof to celebrate, acknowledge and recognize excellence in the Canadian communications industry. It comes as no surprise that CBC/Radio-Canada was leading … Continue reading

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What party are you?

By now, you’ve probably heard of CBC’s Vote Compass — an online tool that compares your views on specific issues with those of the four political parties in the House of Commons, as well as those of the Green Party. … Continue reading

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