About us
Zaytoun News is an independent news platform published by the Ram Center for Arab Studies, dedicated to providing in-depth and nuanced coverage of Arab affairs in Canada, alongside comprehensive reporting on key developments in the broader Arab world.
Founded and directed by award-winning journalist Taghreed Saadeh, who brings over 20 years of experience in international and Arab media, Zaytoun News serves as a bridge between Arab communities in the diaspora and the larger Canadian society. With its headquarters in Edmonton, Alberta, the platform offers bilingual content (Arabic and English) to reach a diverse and growing readership.
Our mission is to elevate Arab voices, promote understanding, and inform public opinion through professional, fact-based journalism. We are committed to editorial independence, accuracy, credibility, and objectivity in all of our reporting.
Zaytoun News covers a wide range of topics, including:
Arab-Canadian community news and issues
Social, political, and cultural developments in the Arab region
Migration, integration, and identity
Human rights, civil liberties, and minority voices
Profiles of Arab achievers, entrepreneurs, and creatives in Canada
Investigative reports and interviews with thought leaders and policymakers
Our Values:
Integrity. Inclusivity. Insight.
Our Vision:
To become the leading Arab-Canadian news source, fostering dialogue, representation, and informed citizenship.
Our Audience:
Zaytoun News serves Arab Canadians, researchers, policymakers, multicultural communities, and anyone interested in Arab affairs and diasporic realities.
Code of Ethics
Zaytoun News is committed to the highest standards of professional journalism. As a platform focused on Arab affairs in Canada and the Arab world, we pledge to adhere to the following ethical principles:
Integrity and Independence
We uphold journalistic values of truthfulness, fairness, independence, and accountability. Editorial decisions are guided solely by professional standards, never compromised by political, ideological, or commercial interests.
Accuracy and Verification
We are committed to reporting accurate, well-sourced, and verifiable information. Our journalists strive to investigate every story thoroughly, verify facts from multiple credible sources, and present information in its proper context.
Respect for Human Dignity
We treat all individuals—especially victims of war, violence, or discrimination—with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. We avoid sensationalism and protect personal privacy unless outweighed by public interest.
Impartiality and Balance
Zaytoun News presents diverse voices and viewpoints without bias, prejudice, or distortion. We aim to reflect the complexity of Arab-Canadian and Arab regional realities with depth and fairness.
Transparency and Accountability
We clearly distinguish news from opinion and analysis. When errors occur, we acknowledge and correct them promptly and transparently.
Respect for Diversity
We recognize and embrace the plurality of cultures, faiths, languages, and traditions within Arab and Canadian societies. Our platform promotes inclusion and aims to dismantle stereotypes and racism.
Protection of Sources
We respect the confidentiality and safety of our sources, especially in cases that could risk their freedom or security, while adhering to ethical and legal standards of journalism.
No Incitement or Hate Speech
We reject all forms of hate speech, incitement to violence, racism, and sectarianism. Our platform fosters informed, respectful dialogue even on contentious issues.
Constructive Journalism
We strive to not only highlight challenges but also showcase achievements, initiatives, and success stories in Arab communities in Canada and abroad, contributing to a better-informed and hopeful public discourse.
Solidarity and Press Freedom
We stand in solidarity with journalists facing threats, harassment, or censorship and support efforts to protect freedom of the press. Zaytoun News collaborates with Arab, Canadian, and international media associations in the defense of independent journalism.
Privacy Policy
At Zaytoun News, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or engage with our services.
By using www.zaytounnews.ca (the “Site”), you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal InformationName, email address, phone number, and location (if provided via contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or surveys).
Information you submit through contributions, tip submissions, or account registration.
Non-Personal Information
IP address, browser type, device information, language preference, pages visited, and referring URLs, collected through cookies and analytics tools.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to inquiries or contact submissions.
Send newsletters, alerts, or updates (only with your consent).
Analyze web traffic and user behavior to improve site performance and content.
Ensure website security and prevent fraud or misuse.
Comply with legal obligations.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your experience. These cookies allow us to remember preferences, track site usage, and serve relevant content. You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings.
Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except in the following cases:
With service providers that help us operate the website (e.g., analytics or newsletter tools), under strict confidentiality.
If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
To protect our rights, users, or the public from harm.
Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. Zaytoun News is not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to read their policies before sharing information.
Data Storage and Security
We store your data securely and take reasonable technical and administrative precautions to protect it. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
You may:
Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us.
Adjust cookie preferences through your browser.
Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.
Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. Continued use of the site constitutes your agreement to the revised policy.
Terms and Conditions
Welcome to Zaytoun News (www.zaytounnews.ca). These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of our website and services. By using this site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.
Use of the Website
Zaytoun News grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes, provided you do not:
Modify or copy any material without permission.
Use content for commercial purposes without prior written consent.
Attempt to disrupt or interfere with site functionality.
Post or transmit any unlawful, defamatory, or abusive content.
Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this site—including articles, images, videos, graphics, logos, and design—is the property of Zaytoun News or its content providers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.
You may share or quote materials with proper attribution to Zaytoun News and a link back to the original article. Any unauthorized use of our content is strictly prohibited.
User Contributions
If you submit content (such as tips, comments, guest articles, or multimedia), you:
Grant Zaytoun News a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to publish, display, and distribute your contribution.
Warrant that the content is original, accurate, and does not infringe on third-party rights.
Agree that Zaytoun News may edit or remove your content for clarity, accuracy, or legal reasons.
Links to External Sites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These are provided for your convenience only. Zaytoun News does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content or policies of external sites.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Zaytoun News makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the content. However, we provide the site “as is” without any warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:
Accuracy or completeness of content
Availability or uninterrupted access
Fitness for a particular purpose
Use of the website is at your own risk.
Limitation of Liability
Zaytoun News, its team, and affiliates are not liable for any damages or losses arising from:
Use or inability to use the site
Reliance on published content
Errors, omissions, or delays in information
Privacy
Your use of the website is also governed by our [Privacy Policy], which outlines how we collect and use your personal data.
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to change or update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date. Continued use of the site implies acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Province of Alberta and the laws of Canada, without regard to conflict of law principles.
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