Investigative reporter Kathy Tomlinson’s dive into a disturbing cause of opioid addiction in Canada won the Webster Award for print and online enterprise reporting
The Globe received a total of five Webster nominations.
A series of stories by city reporter Frances Bula that exposed the permitting processes at Vancouver’s city hall and the resulting gridlock was also recognized by the Webster Foundation. Western columnist Gary Mason was nominated for his commentary on such topics as Vancouver’s homelessness issue and his lack of sympathy for snowbirds travelling during the pandemic.
The Webster Awards are named for influential reporter and broadcaster Jack Webster. The foundation that bears his name was established in 1986 upon his retirement and is dedicated to fostering and celebrating excellence in journalism and protecting the public interest in the province.
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