Former Free Press paper boy now living the dream as Editor of the Free Press. My kids all play hockey, I still play hockey -- my wife despairs of all the hockey
Joined October 2012
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Paul Samyn retweeted
Apr 30
Public service journalism matters.
My investigation into Manitoba's broken teacher oversight system, Classroom Confidential, is a 2025 Michener Award finalist. Grateful to those who shared their stories and the Free Press for the support.
Read it here: winnipegfreepress.com/featur…
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2 May 2025
Many thanks to @kalbarteski for the artistic vision behind our call to action in support of Canadian journalism winnipegfreepress.com/featur…
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Paul Samyn retweeted
26 Apr 2025
We had a great time at the NNAs in Montreal last night. Very pleased to represent the Winnipeg Free Press as a finalist. Big congrats to all the winners!! @jeffkhamilton @PaulSamyn @WinnipegNews
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Paul Samyn retweeted
25 Apr 2025
I’m very honoured to receive this prestigious award. Apologies for not being able to make the gala dinner this evening due to #NHLJets playoff coverage duties.
Special thanks to Alyssa Selman for letting me tell her story in @WinnipegNews last summer. winnipegfreepress.com/featur…
24 Apr 2025
The 2024 Media Sovereign Award winner for Outstanding Writing is Mike McIntyre. @mikemcintyrewpg @WoodbineTB @HBPA_ONT @ONTRacing #2024SovAwards
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Paul Samyn retweeted
19 Apr 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the hockey year.
Our team at @WinnipegNews has you covered every step of the way as the #NHLJets chase the Stanley Cup.
Here’s a glimpse at today’s print edition: 6 pieces, nearly 10,000 total words.
Join us here: winnipegfreepress.com/subscr…
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Exciting news for us!
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Paul Samyn retweeted
8 Feb 2025
Niigaan the Lone Ranger podcast is back! This week we talk with former Cdn Ambassador Gary Doer asking: is Canada gonna be ok? Come check out the @WinnipegNews podcast! podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcas…
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Paul Samyn retweeted
31 Jan 2025
I’ve been hard at work with @WinnipegNews staff & present to you Biidaajimowin: News from the Centre - the Free Press’s newest newsletter! Subscription is free and available here! winnipegfreepress.com/briefi…
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29 Dec 2024
We are one of the last newspapers to have our own staff photographers. Here’s what others miss when you don’t have a dedicated team of photojournalists helping tell the stories of a city and province: winnipegfreepress.com/breaki…
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25 Dec 2024
Our Christmas tradition of a story to mark this day took us to Holy Trinity Anglican Church and their message of hope. To all our readers celebrating today, Merry Christmas! winnipegfreepress.com/arts-a…
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20 Dec 2024
The end of the Thompson Citizen has @WinnipegNews exploring how to fill that void and expand our coverage of northern Manitoba. If you think you might have the write stuff, send me a note via resumes@freepress.mb.ca
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30 Nov 2024
A love letter to readers to mark the 152nd anniversary of @WinnipegNews winnipegfreepress.com/local/…
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Paul Samyn retweeted
20 Nov 2024
No, your eyes don't deceive you: It's another great job opportunity at @WinnipegNews winnipegfreepress.com/job-op…
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14 Nov 2024
It’s been a hell of a week for @Niigaanwewidam So glad the @CanadaCouncil recognized his talent and contributions with this literary award. Congrats from all of us @WinnipegNews winnipegfreepress.com/arts-a…
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Paul Samyn retweeted
11 Nov 2024
Another video that needs to be shared. Amazing tribute to the late Murray Sinclair. @Niigaanwewidam you show so much grace and power when speaking about your father.
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24 Oct 2024
Glad to add my voice to the @cjffjc campaign to remind Canadians of the power of trust! youtube.com/watch?v=CGV1g-QO…
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Paul Samyn retweeted
11 Oct 2024
The second edition of the Warm-Up is here to help you get ready for #NHLJets and #Blackhawks
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