Screenshot of the YGK News website
YGK News is an independent digital news outlet based in Kingston, Ontario. Established in 2020, it grew out of the "Today in YGK" news and politics program on CFRC 101.9 FM (the campus and community radio station of Queen's University). The organization was founded to provide a platform for local stories and perspectives that were often overlooked by traditional commercial media. It places a strong emphasis on bridging the gap between Kingston’s community and student population. YGK News covers municipal governance, social justice, the local arts scene, and education, maintaining a high volume of daily digital content.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

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

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Sports
Lifestyle
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Society and human rights
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Owen Fullerton
Directors:

Team

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

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Not yet incorporated / registered
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Grants
Advertising
Audience support / reader revenue
Grants from local and national government, and other connected governmental institutions or entities
Local advertising sold by own team
Individual donations
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Grants
Others revenue sources:
, Classifieds

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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