Editorial Standards

Editorial Standards & Ethics TrueBC News – Editorial Policy

At TrueBC News, our responsibility is to inform communities across British Columbia with accuracy, fairness, and professionalism.
These standards guide all reporting across our website and digital platforms.

1. Accuracy

We verify facts through reliable sources, documents, and data. We avoid speculation and ensure information is clearly attributed. If an error is identified, we correct it promptly and transparently (see “Corrections Policy”)

2. Independence

TrueBC News is not aligned with any political party, corporation, government
agency, or special interest group.
Editorial decisions are based solely on:

We maintain full independence in what we publish.

3. Fairness

We strive to represent news fairly and respectfully.
Where possible, we include

We do not publish unverified accusations or personal attacks.

4. Transparency

We openly disclose:

Readers deserve clarity on where information comes from.

5. Respect for Communities

We acknowledge that our reporting takes place on the territories of many First Nations across Northwest BC. We aim to report with cultural awareness and respect for all communities

6. Privacy & Sensitivity

We are careful when reporting on:

We avoid publishing private information unless it is clearly in the public interest.

7. Use of FOI and Public Records

FOI requests and public documents are used to provide transparency and accountability. All obtained documents are handled responsibly and reported accurately.

8. Corrections & Updates

If we publish incorrect information:

Credibility depends on accountability.

9. AI, Digital Tools & Verification

We use digital tools responsibly to:

AI is not used to generate news facts.
All reporting is human-verified

10. Editorial Independence from Advertisers

Advertisers and sponsors have no influence over: We use digital tools responsibly to:

Journalism and advertising remain fully separate.

11. Contact for Concerns

If you have questions or concerns about our reporting: