If you are a born storyteller with a strong command of the English language, an insatiable sense of curiosity, a drive to get to the truth and a desire to witness history, you may have the makings of a journalist.”

CNA’s Journalism program is a learning ground for the deadline-driven, adaptable and observant. Here, you’ll train to deliver the news in a variety of media and gain the skills employers want. You’ll learn how to dig for the story, interview people, shoot video and still images, and describe happenings. You’ll work on radio, television and web productions. Training both behind and in front of the camera, you’ll be immersed in history, politics and current affairs. And you’ll master research and context to understand the impact of media on the world today.

2 year Diploma program

The School of Academic’s Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

The School of Journalism does not make any explicit commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

The College of the North Atlantic’s Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

The College does not make any explicit commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

Call to Action # 86

We call upon Canadian journalism programs and media schools to require education for all students on the history of Aboriginal peoples, including the history and legacy of residential schools, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Treaties and Aboriginal rights, Indigenous law, and Aboriginal–Crown relations. 

Mandatory Course: Yes

“JL1250 – Covering Indigenous Communities – Semester 4

Student journalists will gain a better understanding of Indigenous history, culture and current issues. They will equip themselves to cover Indigenous communities with a balance of open-mindedness, insight, empathy, respect and fairness. Student journalists will examine the history of Indigenous peoples within Canada, particularly within Newfoundland and Labrador. Topics will include treaties and Indigenous rights; Indigenous law; Indigenous-Crown relations; the history and legacy of residential schools; intergenerational trauma; and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Student journalists will examine diverse cultural values and practices within Indigenous families, communities, and groups. Finally, they will apply sound principles in reporting about Indigenous peoples, communities and issues.”

Faculty of Journalism Commitment to Call to Action # 86: 5 out of 5 = 100%

1	The history of Aboriginal peoples, including the history and legacy of residential schools
Yes. Covered by JL1250
2	The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Yes. Covered by JL1250
3	Treaties and Aboriginal rights
Yes. Covered by JL1250
4	Indigenous law
Yes. Covered by JL1250
5	Aboriginal–Crown Relations
Yes. Covered by JL1250

Land Acknowledgement

No Land Acknowledgement on the School’s Journalism website.

NOTE: All content has been submitted to the respective faculty for validation to ensure accuracy and currency as of the time of posting. The College of the North Atlantic – School of Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism’s Journalism Program reviewed and approved the document. Managing Editor: Douglas Sinclair: Publisher, Indigenous Watchdog Lead Researcher, Timothy Maton, Ph.D