Canada News

Now in its updated third edition, In the News is the "go-to" textbook on media relations in Canadian colleges and universities, widely acclaimed by media professionals and academics alike. William Carney provides an introduction to media relations, grounded in both communications theory and hands-on, day-to-day experience. He takes you behind the scenes, giving advice on how to write a successful press release, approach reporters, or navigate a difficult interview. Whether you need media to promote your issues to the nation or to reach small, targeted groups, this book is your step-by-step guide. In the News is perfect for communications students; media relations practitioners in the private, public, and voluntary sectors; and anyone who wants to break a story.

The U.S. Office of War Information (OWI) was created during World War II (WWII). Part of its role was to oversee U.S. propaganda and promote patriotism. As part of this role, the OWI produced 267 newsreels called the 'United News.’ These newsreels were shown throughout the U.S., but were targeted to overseas viewers. The reels were released in several languages, including German. However, they were primarily distributed to allied and neutral countries.

This book profiles dozens of Canada's billionaires and is about how Canadian business, the Canadian economy and Canadian entrepreneurs have mastered the challenges of globalization, the North American Free Trade Agreement, the threat of Quebec seceding from Canada, U.S. protectionist threats, recessions and the depression then explosion in commodity prices…