At The Canada Report, clarity and accuracy are at the heart of everything we publish. Because our work relies on summarizing news from multiple reputable sources, it's essential that our summaries reflect the facts as they were reported — and that we correct mistakes quickly and transparently.
This corrections policy works alongside our Editorial Guidelines and Editorial Methodology — together these three documents describe how The Canada Report operates day-to-day.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
We compare reporting from more than one trusted Canadian or international outlet whenever possible. Our goal is to give readers a balanced, easy-to-understand view of the news without adding noise or unnecessary interpretation.
Even with careful review, errors can happen. When they do, we fix them — and we are transparent about what changed.
Types of Changes We Make
We distinguish between four categories of post-publication changes, because they are handled differently:
1. Corrections
A correction is made when we have published something factually inaccurate. This includes incorrect dates, figures, names, titles, or misstated facts from source material. Corrections are made as soon as the error is confirmed, and the article is updated with a clearly labelled correction note that explains what was changed and why.
2. Updates
An update is made when new information emerges on a developing story. The original reporting wasn't wrong at the time — the story has simply moved on. Updates are added with a timestamp or an update note so readers can see what's new without losing context on the original piece.
3. Clarifications
A clarification is made when something we published was technically accurate but was unclear or could be reasonably misunderstood. We add clarifying language and note that the article has been clarified.
4. Retractions
In rare cases where a story is fundamentally wrong or could not have been published if we had known the facts, we issue a retraction. We do not silently delete content. Retractions are clearly labelled and explain what was retracted and why.
Common Examples of What Gets Corrected
- Incorrect dates, figures, or numbers
- Misstated facts from source material
- Misspelled names of people, organizations, or places
- Missing or misinterpreted context
- Broken or incorrect source links
- Misattribution of a quote or claim
Minor fixes — such as grammar, typos, or wording adjustments that don't affect meaning — may be made without a formal correction note.
How Quickly We Correct
- Minor corrections (typos, small fact updates) are made as soon as they are confirmed, typically within 24 hours of being flagged
- Material corrections (facts that change meaning or understanding) are reviewed immediately and updated once we've confirmed the correct information with the original source
- Retractions are handled on a case-by-case basis but treated with urgency
We aim to acknowledge all correction requests within two business days, even if the investigation takes longer.
How to Request a Correction or Flag an Issue
We encourage readers to reach out if something looks incorrect, unclear, or misleading.
Email us at info@thecanadareport.ca with the subject line Correction Request.
Please include:
- The article link
- A description of the issue
- Any helpful context, sources, or evidence
Every request is reviewed by a human editor — we do not use AI to triage or respond to correction requests. If we determine a correction is warranted, we update the article and let you know.
Actionable Reader Feedback
Corrections aren't the only feedback we take seriously. If you believe our framing was unfair, our context was incomplete, or our coverage missed an important angle, we want to hear that too.
Use the same email (info@thecanadareport.ca) with a clear subject line describing the issue. Editorial feedback shapes how we cover similar stories going forward, even when it doesn't result in a formal correction. Reader accountability is part of how we keep our coverage honest.
Transparency Matters
We do not delete stories simply because they are controversial, criticized, or unflattering to someone mentioned. If we ever retract or significantly revise a story, we make that clear — both on the article itself and, where warranted, in a note to readers.
We also do not accept edits or deletions from outside parties (governments, corporations, lawyers, PR firms) without disclosing that a change was made.
Our goal is simple: smart, simple news you can trust.
Related Policies
- Editorial Methodology — how we source, verify, and produce each story
- Editorial Guidelines — our mission, sourcing standards, AI use, bylines, and diversity policies
- Affiliate Disclosure — how we handle affiliate partnerships and monetisation
- About The Canada Report — more on who we are and what we publish
This corrections policy was last reviewed on 16 April 2026. We update it as our practices evolve.