CBC is banking on the phrase "out of the mouth of babes" being more than just a saying. The public broadcaster on Monday launched CBC Kids News, a digital-first platform delivering news for kids, by kids. Catto added that CBC Kids News aims to "strengthen media literacy and empower kids to find the positive in daily news," with content aimed at kids in the nine to 13 age range. Saara Chaudry beat out more than 700 other kids to nab the role as host and lead contributor of CBC Kids News. The 14-year-old actor from Toronto — who lent her voice in the critically acclaimed animated film The Breadwinner — described the website as "real news, delivered by real kids."

Source: CBC News September 17, 2018 10:52 UTC