r/canadaguns • u/drakkosquest • Feb 27 '26
News / Politics / Activism Garbage Journalism
Sent a message and considering emailing the journalist personally. Read the title, read the article, look at the photo. This is the kind of garbage journalism that leaves uninformed Canadians supporting Gun Grab policies. Its not just the CBC.
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u/falap Feb 27 '26
Yeah I complained about this one by "reporting a mistake" the moment I saw it:
Hello Jeff, The mistake here is that this is not news, and by publishing this non-story and having people read it, you are pushing a false narrative, whether you know it or not.
I'd argue that in all likelihood, the individual was licensed to possess that rifle, which is an ordinary non-restricted firearm. Furthermore, since your article makes no mention of the firearm being loaded, it is perfectly legal to transport. Also, having magazines in one's possession, loaded or not, is also perfectly legal.
How did you obtain this non-story? Did the police release a statement or did you receive some other tip?
What goals do you have when publishing a piece like this? Is it to push a fear-mongering anti-gun narrative? Is this intentional? Does your outlet agree with or do they force this narrative.
Thank you for your consideration.