J-Source

Launched in 2007, the platform was created as a collaborative initiative bringing together Canadian journalism schools, educators, and media organizations to strengthen public conversation around journalism in Canada. Since its founding, J-Source has functioned as both a professional publication and an educational resource, offering reporting, commentary, research, teaching materials, and analysis focused on the changing media landscape.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:

Toronto, Canada

Year the organization
started publishing:

2007

Languages:

English

Type of coverage:

Regional

Area of coverage:

Canada

Type of content produced by theme:

Society and human rights

Journalism industry

Journalism genres:

Interviews and reporting

Information services

Investigative journalism

Journalism coverage types and techniques:

Data journalism

Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism

Tech platforms and other mediums used:

Website

Founders

Female:

Male:

Founders:

Ivor Shapiro

Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:

Part-time employees:

Freelancers or consultants:

Volunteers:

All revenue sources reported by media leaders:

Grants

Audience support / reader revenue

Grants from private donor organisations

Grants or investment from philanthropic organisations

Grants from local and national government, and other connected governmental institutions or entities

Individual donations

The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:

Grants

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

J-Source

Content

Management and team

Founders

Team

Business structure and revenue sources