A news outlet focused on Canadian foreign policy has registered with the Office of the Foreign Influence Commissioner after accepting sponsored videos from a Chinese state-media organization.
The Canada Files, which describes itself as a “platform for critical investigation and analysis,” has become the first news outlet to formally register under Canada’s Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA) for publishing China-backed content. The registration was first covered by Blacklock’s Reporter.
“The Canada Files published two pieces of sponsored content produced by CGTN Français,” a federal notice said.
CGTN Français is a French-language platform for global news and entertainment, managed by China Global Television Network—a state-operated media group functioning under the umbrella of China Media Group and China Central Television….