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Sam Konnert
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Podcast Producer, CANADALAND
Ottawa
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By Sam Konnert| CBC Ottawa Verified OttawaAs charter flights continue to evacuate Canadian citizens from Haiti, Ottawa's growing Haitian community says it's stepping up to welcome those new arrivals. 'We never give up. This is the Haitian spirit'Sam Konnert · CBC News · Posted: Apr 08, 2024 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 44 minutes agoPeople evacuated by a U.S. helicopter arrive at Las Americas airport in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, last month.
By Sam Konnert| CBC Ottawa Verified Ottawa·NewOttawa Public Health (OPH) is struggling to meet inspection quotas of the city's food and health facilities, according to a report coming before council later this month. City needs 6 new inspectors to meet demand, according to new reportSam Konnert · CBC News · Posted: Apr 07, 2024 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 8 minutes agoThe geographical size of the city and deteriorating health standards post-pandemic have presented the agency with limited capacity.
By Sam Konnert| CBC Ottawa Verified Ottawa·NewThe City of Ottawa must consider the potential impact on the surrounding community before allocating money from a federal housing fund to supportive housing projects, councillors decided Wednesday.
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CANADALAND
Canadaland is an independent Canadian digital media company and podcast network founded in 2013 by journalist Jesse Brown. Based in Toronto, it produces high-quality audio journalism that covers media, politics, current affairs, and culture. The company is known for its original investigations and for highlighting underrepresented perspectives. Canadaland operates on an audience-supported model, with over 10,000 contributors, allowing it to avoid government subsidies. Its flagship podcast, also named *Canadaland*, features media criticism and Canadian journalism, attracting over 10 million annual listeners. The company has previously produced shows like *Commons*, *The Backbench*, and *Wag the Doug*. Canadaland emphasizes independence, transparency, and community engagement, publishing annual financial reports and maintaining open communication with its audience.
Toronto, Canada
Founded: 2013