This page explains who owns Toronto Post, how we are funded, and what that means for the trust you place in our reporting. We believe transparency about our structure and finances is essential to credible journalism. Here you will find clear answers to common questions about our ownership and funding — and the safeguards that keep our editorial work independent.
How do we keep our journalism independent?
Toronto Post maintains strict editorial independence from its owners and funders. All editorial decisions — what to cover, how to cover it, and when to publish — are made solely by the newsroom, led by Editor-in-Chief Catherine Roy. No advertiser, sponsor, or outside party has influence over our editorial content.
Our editorial policy, available at /editorial-policy/, details this commitment in full. The newsroom operates without interference from the business side. Catherine Roy reports to the publisher but makes all editorial calls independently. She is ultimately accountable for publication decisions and corrections. You can meet the full team at /our-team/.
Where does our funding come from?
Toronto Post is funded through display advertising, affiliate links, commercial partnerships, newsletter sponsorships, and content licensing. These revenue streams allow us to keep our reporting free for readers while maintaining a sustainable operation. We never accept payment for coverage or guarantees of positive treatment.
All sponsored or commercial material is clearly labelled. Display advertising is sold directly and through networks, but every ad is marked as such. Affiliate links are disclosed in accordance with our advertising and affiliate disclosure policy. Commercial relationships never determine editorial conclusions. For more on how sponsored content is handled, see our sponsored content policy.
Who owns Toronto Post?
Toronto Post is owned and operated by Northern Beacon Media Inc., an Ontario corporation (Ontario Business Registry company number 1003194827). The company’s registered office is Unit 12, 95 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 1G4, Canada. This ownership structure gives the publication a stable home base in the city it covers.
The company’s sole purpose is publishing Toronto Post. No parent company, outside shareholders, or investment funds direct editorial policy. The newsroom operates under the direction of the Editor-in-Chief, who retains final say on editorial content. You can read more about our corporate governance in our terms of use.
How this works in practice
Consider a newsletter edition sponsored by a local business. The sponsorship is clearly noted at the top, and the editorial team retains full control over story selection and wording. No sponsor is given advance review of content. Similarly, an article about a new restaurant may include an affiliate link to its online store. That link is disclosed, and the inclusion of the restaurant is based on newsworthiness, not payment. The reviewer’s opinion is independent of any commission earned. These practices are documented in our sponsored content policy and affiliate disclosure.
How can you reach us with questions or advertising enquiries?
If you have questions about our ownership or funding, or if you are interested in advertising with Toronto Post, please contact our partnerships team. General enquiries can be sent to info@torontopost.org. For advertising-specific enquiries, use the same address and we will direct your message appropriately. Visit our contact page for a full list of editorial and business contacts.
We welcome questions from readers about how we operate. Transparency is part of our commitment to trustworthy journalism. If you have a complaint about any commercial or editorial practice, see our complaints procedure. We aim to respond to all enquiries within two business days.
In short
Toronto Post is owned by Northern Beacon Media Inc. and funded through advertising, partnerships, and licensing — all managed to ensure editorial independence rests with the newsroom. Editor-in-Chief Catherine Roy is accountable for every article, and we openly disclose any commercial arrangements. You can always find our funding details and ownership information on this page.