This page explains how Toronto Post (torontopost.org) makes every editorial decision, from story selection to publication, so you can read with confidence. Here you will find the specific rules, roles, and routes that guarantee what you see is trustworthy, transparent, and clearly labelled. Use the links to jump to the sections that matter most to you.
How do we decide what to publish and how do we make sure it is accurate?
Every article published by Toronto Post follows a structured editorial process designed to ensure accuracy, fairness, and clarity. The process begins when a named writer is assigned a story by an editor, typically Marc Tremblay, Managing Editor, or the relevant section editor. The writer conducts research, interviews sources, and drafts the piece. That draft is then reviewed by the assigning editor, who checks for narrative coherence, factual claims, and alignment with our editorial mission. After the editor’s review, the piece is sent to Andrew Leblanc, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead, or a member of his team, who independently verifies every claim that can be checked against primary sources, public records, or named expert testimony. Only after this fact-checking step is complete does the editor give final approval for publication. The Editor-in-Chief, Catherine Roy, retains final authority over all publication decisions and any corrections.
What is the difference between news, opinion, features, sponsored content, and affiliate content?
We label every piece clearly so you always know what you are reading. News articles report facts without commentary; they are written by staff journalists and are reviewed for impartiality. Opinion pieces, including editorials and columns, are labelled with a byline and a visible “Opinion” tag; they reflect the views of the named author, not necessarily the publication. Features are in-depth, narrative-driven stories that explore a topic through multiple perspectives; they are also reviewed and fact-checked under the same standards. Sponsored content is paid for by an advertiser and is always marked with a “Sponsored” or “Paid Content” label at the top of the article; it is produced by or in collaboration with the sponsor but must meet our basic transparency requirements. Affiliate content includes links that may earn Toronto Post a small commission if you make a purchase; every such link is accompanied by a clear disclosure at the point of the link or in a footer note. No commercial relationship — whether sponsorship, advertising, or affiliate — ever determines editorial conclusions or story selection.
How do you show transparency in each article?
Every article on Toronto Post includes the full name of the writer who reported and drafted it, the name of the editor who reviewed it, and a date of publication. Where corrections have been made, a note is appended at the top or bottom of the article explaining the change, the date of correction, and the reason. We also include a source list or hyperlinks to primary documents wherever possible. If AI-assisted tools were used in the research or drafting process, that is disclosed in a standard footer on the article — but never as a substitute for human authorship. You can learn more about our disclosure practices on our AI & Automation Policy page.
Who owns Toronto Post and how is it funded?
Toronto Post is owned and operated by Northern Beacon Media Inc., an Ontario corporation (Ontario Business Registry number 1003194827). Our registered office is Unit 12, 95 King Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 1G4. Funding comes from display advertising, affiliate links, commercial partnerships, sponsored content, newsletter sponsorships, and content licensing. No single funder, advertiser, or partner has any influence over editorial decisions. For full details, see our Ownership & Funding and Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure pages.
How this works in practice
Consider a recent feature about a new transit line in Toronto. The reporter, Hannah Walsh, Municipal Affairs Editor, interviewed city planners, transit riders, and a provincial transport official. She drafted the article, noting the key cost and timeline figures. Marc Tremblay reviewed the structure and tone. Then Andrew Leblanc checked the cost figures against the city budget documents, confirmed the timeline with the transit agency’s public records, and verified the official’s credentials. The article was published with Hannah’s byline, Marc’s editor credit, and a link to the budget PDF. It includes no opinion, no sponsored content, and no affiliate links. If a mistake had been found later — say, a date was off by one day — a correction note would be added, and the article would be updated with a clear notice. That is the same standard applied to every story, every day.
How do I raise a complaint or request a correction?
If you believe an article contains an error or does not meet our editorial standards, you can contact us directly. The fastest route is to email corrections@torontopost.org or use our general contact form at complaints@torontopost.org. You may also call the editorial line at +1 416 555 0220 and ask for Catherine Roy or Andrew Leblanc. We investigate every complaint and, if a substantive error is confirmed, we issue a correction and update the article within 48 hours. For the full process, see our Complaints Procedure.
Who writes and edits for Toronto Post?
Every journalist on our team is named and accountable. The editorial leadership includes Catherine Roy (Editor-in-Chief), Marc Tremblay (Managing Editor), Hannah Walsh (Municipal Affairs Editor), Jessica Morin (Provincial Affairs Editor), Kevin Sullivan (Community & Events Correspondent), and Andrew Leblanc (Standards & Fact-Checking Lead). You can see full biographies and contact details on our Our Team page. No anonymous bylines are used for original reporting.
In short
Toronto Post is committed to publishing journalism you can trust, clearly labelled, fact-checked, and written by named professionals. Every piece has a human editor behind it, and every source of funding or influence is disclosed. If something is wrong, we fix it — and we tell you we did.