Posted 7 hours ago
Columnist
@ Postmedia Network Inc
Montréal, Quebec
Responsibilities:
- The ideal candidate is an enterprising self-starter and team player with a sense for stories that resonate in Montreal and across Quebec.
- The candidate should have a nose for ways to add value in terms of perspective, analysis or relevance, that uses substantive reporting to opine on Quebec's…
- The candidate must be able to cultivate sources, find stories write in a way that is accurate, clear, concise and colourful.
- Adding value that transcends the commodified news cycle and seeing beyond the day's headlines are key.
Requirements summary:
- The candidate must be able to cultivate sources, find stories write in a way that is accurate, clear, concise and colourful.
- 10+ years of newsroom experience, preferably with some background in federal, provincial or municipal politics.
- Must be fluently bilingual
- Must be available to work some evenings and weekends
- Have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
- Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location.
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- 2026-11-06
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- 2026-11-07
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- 2026-11-07
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Postmedia Network Inc
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Postmedia Network Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (TSX:PNC.A, PNC.B), is a Canadian news media company representing more than 120 brands across multiple print, online, and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it. This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. For more information, visit http://www.postmedia.com.
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- 57,585
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,293
- Reported office locations
- 365 Bloor St. E., TORONTO, ON M4W 3L4, CA
- Business categories
- Brand Marketing
- News
- Publishing
- Advertising
- Other recorded names
- Postmedia Network Inc.
- Specialties
- publishing
- newspapers
- media
- and digital
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- Reported total investment
- 14,906,000
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Postmedia Network Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (TSX:PNC.A, PNC.B), is a Canadian news media company representing more than 120 brands across multiple print, online, and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it. This exceptional content, reach and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Newspaper Publishing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | TORONTO, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | publishingnewspapersmediaand digital |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 55 |
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Position: Quebec Political Columnist / Investigative Reporter
Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary, 18-months
Location: Montreal, QC
Division: Montreal Gazette
The Company:
Postmedia is a Canadian newsmedia company representing more than 110 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.
This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.
The Opportunity:
The Montreal Gazette is hiring a political columnist/investigative reporter to cover Quebec politics.
What you’ll do:
The ideal candidate is an enterprising self-starter and team player with a sense for stories that resonate in Montreal and across Quebec.
The candidate should have a nose for ways to add value in terms of perspective, analysis or relevance, that uses substantive reporting to opine on Quebec's intricate political landscape
The candidate must be able to cultivate sources, find stories write in a way that is accurate, clear, concise and colourful.
Adding value that transcends the commodified news cycle and seeing beyond the day's headlines are key.
Who you are:
10+ years of newsroom experience, preferably with some background in federal, provincial or municipal politics.
Familiarity with the workings of the Quebec government.
An understanding of how to use access to information, data-mining and social media.
Must be fluently bilingual
On-camera skills are an asset
Must be available to work some evenings and weekends
Have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
Should you be interested in this opportunity please apply with a cover letter and resume in one document.
Compensation:
Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location.
Salary - $86,766.68
This is a unionized position subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement. The starting salary listed in this job posting is based on the Year 1 rate outlined in the collective agreement. Offers will be made based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please.
Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.
Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
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