OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) is encouraging newsroom leaders to take preemptive action to ensure that the safety of journalists is protected in the wake of increasing threats made against reporters covering the ongoing trucker's convoy. This week, the CAJ has been alerted to several troubling incidents from journalists in the field. As the convoy continues in the coming days, the CAJ encourages newsrooms covering this event to discuss how best to ensure the safety of journalists. The Canadian Association of Journalists is a professional organization with more than 1,200 members across Canada. SOURCE Canadian Association of JournalistsFor further information: Brent Jolly, President, Canadian Association of Journalists, (289) 387-3179

Source: CBC News January 28, 2022 14:35 UTC