Screenshot of the The Line website
Founded on Substack in 2020 by Jen Gerson and Matt Gurney, The Line is a collection of Canadian newspaper and magazine writers creating an outlet for engaging, irreverent writing. The Line publishes opinion columns on political issues of the day as well as a podcast, with some content available for free and other items reserved for paid subscribers.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Calgary, Canada
Year the organization
started publishing:
2020
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Regional
Area of coverage:
Canada

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Politics
Journalism genres:
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Podcast

Management and team

Founders

Female:
1
Male:
1
Founders:
Jen Gerson and Matt Gurney
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Audience support / reader revenue
Memberships
Individual donations

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.

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