Reflecting on her unique place as an Indigenous journalist in 21st Century Canada, Kelly Boutsalis shares how she came of age without her community being properly represented in media. She unpacks how a jarring newscast that dehumanized her community shook her yet opened her eyes to the potency of the sparse and stereotypical coverage of Indigenous people's lives. It crystallized her journey into telling Indigenous stories in a good way and equipping the next generation of 'all' Canadians to tell fuller Indigenous stories.

Kelly Boutsalis: Why newsrooms need Indigenous voices

Why newsrooms need Indigenous voices

Indigenous journalist challenges the media's narrative, highlighting the need for representation to accurately tell their stories.

A poignant critique of non-Indigenous media misrepresentation showcases the imperative for Indigenous voices in newsrooms.

Empowering Indigenous youth in media, a journalist fosters a future where Indigenous stories are told by those who live them.