letters to lisa Monday, August 15, we woke to the shocking news over Twitter, one of the most powerful women in media was blindsided by a "business decision". Lisa LaFlamme's 35-year career as Chief News Anchor and Senior Editor for CTV National News came to an abrupt end, not by choice and with no final farewell. Lisa's post "I have some news...." on Twitter has gone viral and has been seen by over 4.6 million people on Twitter alone. It is appalling and disappointing to see the #ageism and #sexism that exists. We applaud her dignity, courage and strength to speak. She speaks for so many. "Today With a range of emotions. For the past 35 year I have had the privilege of being welcoming into your homes to deliver the news on a nightly basis. On June 29, Bell Media made a "business decision" to end my contact bring to an end a sudden close my her 35-year career. I was blindsided and I am still shocked and sadden by the news. I want you to know what these last years have met to me, everything" This is a trust I have never taken for granted as a reporter and as anchor. I am forever grateful to you, such loyal viewers for sharing in the belief that news delivered with integrity and truth strengthens our democracy. At 58, I thought I would have more time to tell more of the stories that impact our daily lives. Instead, I leave CTV humbled by the people who put their faith in me to tell their story. This is my sign off from CTV. I want to express my deepest gratitude, This is my sign off from CTV so want to send my deepest gratitude to all of you. While it is crushing to be leaving CTV National News in a matter that is not my choice. Please know reporting to you has truly been the greatest honour of my life. I thank you for always being there."
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Lisa is an award-winning journalist. She is a pioneer and highly respected in the media industry. She is a brave, outspoken and powerful female leader who embodies the word role model. Lisa’s calm, professional presence as the nightly news anchor has been the credible voice we trusted to report on every catastrophe and world event. Lisa is a role model to women of all ages. We want her to know she has an army of people behind her. It is time to drive change. We would love to honour Lisa LaFlamme for her life's work, as a female role model, trusted journalist, humanitarian and dedicated news correspondent. Imagine receiving letters from the people whose lives you have touched, impacted or motivated you? Over the past 35 year's Lisa has touched the lives of many people. We invited a handful of our readers to share a Letter to Lisa as a tribute. Regardless of the level of success, being recognized for your work, by your peers and the people you touch is incredibly meaningful. We look forward to seeing Lisa back doing what she does best, telling the stories and sharing the news that impacts our daily lives.
