The Toronto Clarion was an alternative newspaper published in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from 1976 to 1985. It was published initially by Western Gap Communications Cooperative Ltd. and later by Toronto Clarion Publishing Ltd. The Clarion was a tabloid sized biweekly newspaper until 1980, when it changed to monthly publication.
| Owner(s) | Western Gap Communications Cooperative Ltd. (initially), Toronto Clarion Publishing Ltd. (later) |
|---|---|
| Launched | October 15, 1976 |
| Language | English |
| Ceased publication | 1985 |
| Headquarters | 73 Bathurst Street |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
| ISSN | 0229-3196 |
| OCLC number | 1080767530 |
| Website | https://connexions.org/CxArchive/TorontoClarion/TorontoClarion-Index.htm |
History edit
At its founding it was reported that the Clarion would “give an insight into news the three major dailies in the city either gloss over, distort or completely ignore”.[1] The newspaper was dubbed “politically independent”,[2] "progressive",[3] and "a gutsy little crusader".[4] Founders included Marilyn Burnett,[5] Buzz Burza,[6][7] Gerry Dunn, Francis Fuca, Virginia Smith, and Ken Wyman.[8]
Feature articles ranged from social topics such as local feminist activities, rent control, city planning, and food cooperatives, to issues such as unionization, boycotts, and censorship. Entertainment items such as restaurant and music reviews also appeared regularly.
The Clarion was sold for 10 cents initially, and distributed primarily through its street newspaper boxes. It was supported by Clarion Typesetting, subscribers, donors, fundraising events, and advertising. Important decisions were made by a majority vote of the members of the cooperative.
Writers, editors, cartoonists, typesetters and photographers for the Toronto Clarion include:
- Ann Hansen
- Karolyn Kendrick
- Ulli Diemer
- Oscar Rogers[9]
- Thomas Walkom
- Paul Weinberg[10]
- Robin Wood
Some writers for the Clarion began their writing careers for the Canadian University Press and continued to work in journalism. Some were community journalists. Articles and photos initially published in the Clarion have been cited in other publications,[11] or reprinted in books.[12]
See also edit
- Scroll down to heading "Defunct biweekly or monthly newspapers"
References edit
- ^ Corbett, T. (November 6, 1976). "The Clarion: Toronto's new community paper". Seven News. Retrieved April 30, 2021.
- ^ "The Toronto Clarion newspaper fonds". The City of Toronto Archives. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
- ^ "Toronto Clarion call". No. B.10. The Globe and Mail: Bell Globemedia Publishing Inc. December 5, 1984.
- ^ Dale, Stephen (December 25, 1981). "Clarion call of the left". No. A1. The Globe and Mail.
- ^ Burnett, Marilyn. "Articles by Marilyn Burnett". The Canadian Encyclopedia. Historica Canada. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
- ^ Schugurensky, Daniel. "1977: The Skills Exchange of Toronto is founded". History of Education. OISE/UT. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
- ^ Radovanovic, Vida (1986). "The Voice of Another Village". Ryerson Review of Journalism. Spring. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
- ^ "Ken Wyman Scholarship". Humber: Advancement and alumni. Humber College. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
- ^ Boyle, Theresa (August 8, 2007). "Oscar Rogers: Teacher was beacon for young educators". Toronto Star.
- ^ Weinberg, Paul. "Paul Weinberg, Freelance writer". Retrieved April 15, 2021.
- ^ "Red Berets performance, International Women's Day, March 12, 1983". Rise Up: Digital archive of feminist activism. Retrieved April 15, 2021.
- ^ Daley, Pat (2019). "REAL Women? March, 1984. Toronto Clarion, Vol. 5, No. 5". In Philinda Masters, with the Broadside Collective (ed.). Inside Broadside: A decade of feminist journalism (softcover). Second Story Books. ISBN 9781772601121.
External links edit
- Archived issues of the Toronto Clarion in Ulli Diemer's Connexions archives: Information to change the world
- Archived issues of the Toronto Clarion, its photos and business documents in The City of Toronto Archives, Fonds 1287, Series 551