Off the Wire: July 2025
We’re revitalizing our series, Off the Wire. Here, we gather stories about the media business, journalism, writing, communications, and freelancing—with a Canadian focus. Who needs a water cooler?
With freelance participation on the rise and regulations tightening, it’s more important than ever to stay informed. Here are the latest stories shaping the future of freelancing and media in Canada.
Freelancing stories from around the web
- Government intervention could severely hinder opportunities in the gig economy [Fraser Institute]
- Bell outsources jobs to India while laying off Canadian workers [Juno News]
- New Ontario Law for Gig Workers Took Effect July 1 [TCFCA Magazine]
- The Gig Economy in Canada: What Skilled Immigrants Need to Know [MDC Certified Immigration Specialists]
Remember to check out the Canadian Freelance Guild Job Bank, which lists various opportunities including calls for pitches and freelance opportunities.
Recently published on Story Board
- 13 Freelance Traps Creatives Must Avoid to Keep Their Business Running Smoothly
- 6 Big Mistakes Freelancers Make on LinkedIn (and How to Fix Them)
- Webinar Replay: CFG Authors – Robyn Roste and ‘Marketing For Freelance Writers’
Spot a story you think we should include in next week’s Off the Wire? Email the link to robyn@robynroste.com.
Posted on July 30, 2025 at 6:00 am by editor · · Tagged with: news, Off the Wire
