Every week across Canada, there are thousands of public meetings. Most citizens have no idea what happens at them – yet they directly impact all of us.
Documenters Canada, inspired by Documenters.org, trains and pays people to document public meetings relevant to their community. After fact-checking, their notes are available to all.
Some students in Reimagining News have chosen to be Documenters for a semester, focusing on an issue of their choice.
Emma Amodio
Emma Amodio is a Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is also the current News Coordinator at Met Radio. Her work is grounded in an intersectional approach, with a focus on amplifying marginalized communities. At the same time, she cares deeply about Toronto — the city she grew up in — and is passionate about helping Torontonians better understand what’s happening in their city!
Emma is focusing on the 2026 FIFA World Cup Subcommittee, who meet monthly to address how the city can prepare for and capitalize on the tournament.
Jack Cochrane
Jack Cochrane is a 22-year-old originally from Hamilton and currently a student journalist at Toronto Metropolitan University. Their work spans a few different areas, from politics and tenant advocacy to the intersection of public policy and legal systems. Jack is also really interested in gaming culture, especially the preservation of retro formats and the evolving narratives of long-running franchises. Across everything they cover, they’re drawn to stories about power, community and how the various systems surrounding us shape everyday life.
Jack is focusing on the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN), a multi-issue, membership-based community union of low- and moderate-income people.
Christian Malong
Christian Malong is a Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. HIs work can be found in The Grind, The West End Phoenix and in Toronto Life.
Christian is focusing on health, including drug policy, mental health, disabilities (including accessibility and supportive housing), and public health.
