Halifax Examiner is an independent online publication based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Founded in 2014, the outlet focuses on investigative and public-interest journalism covering municipal affairs, politics, environment, housing, business, and community issues. It publishes original reporting, analysis, and commentary through a digital platform. The publication focuses on in-depth coverage of issues affecting Halifax and the surrounding region.

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Halifax, Canada
Year the organization
started publishing:
2014
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Technology
Health and well-being
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Society and human rights
Economy and finance
Ethnic minorities
Refugees
Migration
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Opinion
Investigative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Data journalism
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Social media platforms
Twitter
Facebook

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Tim Bousquet
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Audience support / reader revenue
Website subscriptions
Individual donations
Products and ecommerce
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Products and ecommerce

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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