Submit a Complaint or Concern

We are committed to ensuring that all journalism supported through the Local Journalism Initiative (LJI) upholds the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, and professionalism.

If you believe a journalist or station funded under this program has engaged in misconduct, inaccurate or unfair reporting, abuse, or unprofessional conduct, you may submit a formal complaint.

What You Can Report

We accept complaints related to:

  • Factual errors or inaccuracies in published content
  • Breaches of journalistic ethics (bias, privacy, fairness, or conflicts of interest)
  • Unprofessional or inappropriate behaviour by journalists or staff
  • Harassment, discrimination, or abuse
  • Misuse of LJI funding or violations of program policies

How to Submit

Please include as much information as possible:

  • Your full name and contact information (required for formal complaints)
  • The name of the journalist or station involved
  • A clear description of your concern, including dates and context
  • Links or copies of any relevant materials (articles, screenshots, emails, etc.)
Complaints may be submitted via email to: execdir@cactuslji.ca