Reporter, Ontario (Farmtario)

Glacier FarmMedia Limited; Canada; Remote; CAD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Glacier FarmMedia is seeking a Reporter, Ontario (Farmtario) to join our remote newsroom team. You will identify compelling stories, cultivate trusted industry sources, and produce timely content across print, digital, video, and newsletters.

The role emphasizes enterprise reporting on Ontario agriculture, with coaching from editors and opportunities to cover crop production, livestock, policy, and farm business while traveling within Ontario as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or equivalent in journalism, communications, agriculture, or related field.
• Strong reporting, interviewing, research, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and complete original stories.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to function independently in a remote work environment while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Sound news judgment and commitment to journalistic standards.
• Experience using content management systems and digital publishing tools.

Responsibilities

• Research, report, write, and produce news stories.
• Develop original story ideas and identify emerging issues, trends, and opportunities for coverage.
• Build and maintain a strong network of sources throughout Ontario agriculture.
• Conduct interviews with farmers, researchers, industry organizations, agribusiness representatives, and government officials.
• Develop and maintain understanding of factors influencing farm and farmer success, including production, business, policy, and market considerations.
• Attend and report on Ontario industry meetings, conferences, field days, farm events, farm and trade shows, and related activities.
• Produce content for print, digital, video, and other editorial platforms as required.
• Capture and submit photography and basic video content to support reporting assignments where appropriate.
• Participate in coverage planning and collaborate with editors and staff journalists.
• Meet deadlines while upholding high editorial standards.

Skills

Journalism

Story development

Interviewing

Time management

Remote work

CMS platforms

Education

Journalism degree

Tools

CMS platforms

Job description

Glacier FarmMedia ("GFM") is a dynamic company in the Canadian agriculture industry that connects with farmers through a variety of regional and specialty media franchises, a listings marketplace for the sale of farm equipment, leading industry events like Ag in Motion and Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show and customized offerings for Weather and Market analysis and insights.

We are seeking a full-time Reporter, Ontario (Farmtario) to join our remote newsroom team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a journalist who is curious, self-motivated, and passionate about agriculture, rural communities, and storytelling.

This role is an individual contributor who is part of a collaborative team. Reporting to the Editor, Farmtario, the Reporter is responsible for identifying compelling stories, cultivating trusted industry relationships, and producing accurate, timely, and engaging content for publication across print, digital, social media, video, and newsletter platforms.

At Glacier FarmMedia, we believe great journalism goes beyond reporting what happened. It explains why it matters. As part of an award-winning newsroom, you will have the opportunity to pursue enterprise reporting, develop subject-matter expertise in Ontario agriculture, and contribute to innovative storytelling initiatives that strengthen our connection with readers across multiple platforms. Supported by experienced editors and a collaborative team environment, you will be encouraged to grow your skills, expand your industry knowledge, and make a meaningful impact through journalism that serves Canadian agriculture and rural Canada.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Research, report, write, and produce news stories.
• Develop original story ideas and identify emerging issues, trends, and opportunities for coverage.
• Build and maintain a strong network of sources throughout Ontario agriculture.
• Conduct interviews with farmers, researchers, industry organizations, agribusiness representatives, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a working understanding of the factors that influence farm and farmer success, including production, business, policy, and market considerations.
• Attend and report on Ontario industry meetings, conferences, field days, farm events, farm and trade shows, and related activities.
• Produce content for print, digital, video, and other editorial platforms as required.
• Capture and submit photography and basic video content to support reporting assignments where appropriate.
• Participate in coverage planning and collaborate with editors and other staff journalists.
• Meet deadlines while maintaining high editorial standards of accuracy, fairness, balance, and professional journalism.
• Adhere to all company policies and editorial standards.
• Perform other editorial duties consistent with the position as assigned.

What you’ll gain:

• The opportunity to report on one of Canada's most important industries and tell stories that directly impact Ontario farmers and rural communities.
• Exposure to a wide range of topics including crop production, livestock, agronomy, farm business, technology, research, policy, and agricultural markets.
• Coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities that support long-term career growth.
• Experience creating content across multiple platforms including print, digital, video, social media, and newsletters.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in journalism, communications, agriculture, or a related field.
• Strong reporting, interviewing, research, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and complete original stories.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to function independently in a remote work environment while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Sound news judgment and commitment to journalistic standards.
• Experience using content management systems and digital publishing tools.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with sources, readers, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated interest in agriculture, rural issues, or the communities served by Farmtario.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel within Ontario as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Ontario agriculture, farm business, agronomy, livestock production, grain farming, or related sectors.
• Understanding of economic, trade, regulatory, and policy issues affecting agriculture.
• Practical farming or on-farm experience.
• Familiarity with Canadian Press style and journalism standards.
• Experience covering agriculture, business, economics or public policy.
• Photography and video production experience (or willingness to learn).
• Ability to create content across multiple formats and platforms.
• Established contacts within the agriculture industry.
• Experience covering industry events and stakeholder organizations.

About Us

Glacier FarmMedia is a dynamic company with media franchises, a listings marketplace for the sale of farm equipment, leading events like Ag in Motion and Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show and customized offerings for Weather and Market analysis and insights.

Our team of employees consists of many different jobs, working in many different provinces. Our focus is working collaboratively, regardless of title, team or location. We have roles in journalism, sales, technology, operations and finance.