September 13, 2024—Ottawa—To commemorate International Democracy Day on September 15, the Cable Public Affairs Channel (CPAC) is unveiling 20 new short-form video explainers that address the critical issue of disinformation and its impact on democracy.
Produced in English and French, these videos aim to equip viewers with the knowledge they need to identify and counter the spread of false information. From understanding the difference between misinformation and disinformation to exploring the influence of AI on elections, the explainers will provide Canadians with the tools they need to navigate today’s complex information landscape.
“These explainers are part of CPAC’s ongoing commitment to providing Canadians with the resources they need to identify and address the challenges posed by disinformation,” said Christa Dickenson, President and CEO of CPAC. “As we mark International Democracy Day, it is more important than ever to ensure that our citizens can access reliable information and contribute to a healthy democratic process.”
Two new video explainers will be released each week on CPAC’s social media platforms throughout the fall. Funded in part by the Department of Canadian Heritage’s Digital Citizen Contribution Program, the Disinformation and Democracy series is based on nationwide data on Canadians’ perceptions of democracy and disinformation.
To learn more and access the explainers, visit the Disinformation and Democracy page on CPAC.ca.
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About CPAC:
CPAC is an independent, not-for-profit, commercial-free, bilingual media organization that connects Canadians to their democracy. On its broadcast television channel, website, and social media platforms, CPAC delivers the most comprehensive coverage of the people and events that shape Canadian public policy. Its core programming includes the complete televised proceedings of Canada’s Parliament and in-depth coverage of key political events and public policy debates.
Unique to CPAC is its digital offering, which includes up to 14 simultaneous live streams and a video archive boasting over 60,000 hours of parliamentary and public affairs content.
Media contact
For media inquiries, please contact Diana Ombe, CPAC Communications and Marketing coordinator: dombe@cpac.ca or 343-961-6231.
