'Spin doctors': Alberta war room draws criticism over writer titles

A group of journalists are looking to the Canadian Energy Centre (CEC) to drop terminology they deem misleading of their actual job description.

Last Updated Thursday, December 26, 2019 7:22PM MSTCALGARY -- A group of Canadian journalists want the Canadian Energy Centre to drop some terminology they deem misleading of their actual job description.

The stories told on the site are all tilted towards positively promoting the province’s energy sector. “You can’t just call yourself a reporter, put on a hat, and there you go. There are basic ethical guidelines you have and a commitment to the truth.” For its part, the war room’s CEO says the Canadian Energy Centre has not had any complaints about its content.

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