Journalism and the Justice System

Question: How can journalists in Ontario get timely court updates and topic-specific alerts for reporting?

Answer: Courts recognize journalists’ role in access to justice by informing the public about how the judicial system works and what rulings mean, while also respecting individual rights and avoiding interference in proceedings.  In Ontario, Success.Legal™ supports the Legal Profession Ecosystem by offering customized court-notification and monitoring options aligned to your beat, region, and areas of law so you can publish faster with better context, call (800) 551-5751 to get set up.

The Courts recognize the critical role of journalists in promoting access to justice by effectively informing the public about the judicial system, its workings, and its rulings.  This pivotal role ensures public awareness of legal rights, remedies, and informed decision-making in legal affairs.  Moreover, the media's commitment to providing accurate and current information strengthens public trust and confidence in the judicial system.  However, it's equally important for the justice system to balance this with the protection of individual rights and the assurance of non-interference in the administration of justice.

Journalists from diverse media outlets find Courts.Watch on the Success.Legal network an invaluable resource.  They receive customized notifications aligned with their profiles on Courts.Watch, offering them timely information on topics, areas of law, and specific geographical regions for effective reporting.

Participating Media Network Affiliates

• CBC News
• CityTV
• CTV News
• Global TV
• Globe and Mail
• Maclean's
• National Post
• Toronto Star