top of page
We Are The

Local News With Humour & Heart | Supporting Local Creators and Journalists


The Hidden Cost: When the Grind Goes Beyond Work
The bottom line is, whether it's the horrific reality of human trafficking, the relentless pressure of social media, or the damaging effects of readily available porn, these are all heavy burdens.

Bryan Bakker
Nov 82 min read


Rethinking Local Journalism: A Study on the Viability of Satirical News
Local satirical news offers a vital solution to the journalism crisis. A Newsload study reveals 59% are open to local satire, addressing the 34.7% who lack sufficient local news despite high interest. With traditional news facing plummeting revenues and reporter numbers, comedy effectively engages audiences (80% for entertainment) and informs, bridging the gap between civic importance and consumption.

Bryan Bakker
Oct 272 min read


Laying Out the Blueprint: The AI Persuasion Machine
If it can compel a deeply personal decision like having a baby, what are the chances it can’t nudge your voting habits, your consumption patterns, or your compliance in the workplace?

Bryan Bakker
Oct 192 min read


Comedic Coverage For Events
The Event ROI Upgrade: Turning Your Gala into a 6-Month Social Media 'Force Multiplier'

Bryan Bakker
Oct 104 min read


Submit Your News Shorts
We're looking for independent creators in London and region to produce and submit news shorts destined for our Newsload YouTube channel.

Bryan Bakker
Sep 274 min read


Why Improv Trained Applicants Have a GROWING Advantage in the Job Market
The employees who shine won’t necessarily be the best writers; they’ll be the best explainers.

Bryan Bakker
Sep 82 min read


A Loss For Words - When a Communication Disability Presents as Resisting Arrest
This is the story of people too eager to dismiss or too tempted to exploit, in a local close knit religious community, and about the woman, with amazing superpowers and catastrophic weaknesses, who has the courage to fight back.

Bryan Bakker
Aug 312 min read


Gen X: Middle Child of History
Gen X: the exhausted glue holding Boomers and Gen Z together. This razor-sharp, funny essay celebrates the “duct tape” generation juggling grumpy parents, entitled kids, mortgages, mixtapes and memes. Relatable, biting, and oddly heroic — salute the middle child keeping the world from collapsing.

Bryan Bakker
Aug 162 min read


Why Local News Sources Should Embrace Newsload.ca
Local journalism is the backbone of democracy, but in the digital age, it’s becoming harder for small newspapers, TV stations, and radio...

Bryan Bakker
Aug 12 min read


We Can All Respect, at Least This One Thing, About Climate Deniers
It's us, who continue to live like its a lie.

Bryan Bakker
Jul 201 min read


The Debate Over Maximum Temperature Bylaws
Landlords are responsible for providing heating during the winter, why now cooling for the summer?

Bryan Bakker
Jun 282 min read


No Kings, No Tyrants, No 51st State, Comes To London
Echoes of authoritarianism and nationalism have replaced traditional conservative principles under Trump’s leadership and it's impacting...

Bryan Bakker
Jun 152 min read
We Don't Hear it Enough in Canada - Fraudsters Found Guilty Now Facing Prison Time
After many years of flagrant spending and shameless profiteering these two met justice and Newsload was there.

Bryan Bakker
May 292 min read


A New Age of Censorship: A.I. and the REAL Threat to Free Speech Online
As we navigate the complexities of the age of artificial intelligence, the landscape of online expression is undergoing seismic shifts....

Bryan Bakker
Mar 222 min read


Creative Credits? Of Course!
Empowering creative professionals to pursue their ambitions without financial constraints while collaborating with the best talent available

Bryan Bakker
Mar 152 min read
Enhancing Your Business through Sponsoring Entertainment News Web Series in London, Ontario
These shows can serve as an excellent marketing platform that not only boosts visibility but also creates a sense of community connection.

Bryan Bakker
Mar 92 min read


Body Slams and Boom Times: The Resurrection of Classic Wrestling!
Hammerlock Wrestling Helps Revive a Golden Era in the Heart of Ontario!

Bryan Bakker
Feb 162 min read


Great Lakes Stories
Through trial, the Great Lakes have heralded both tragedy and renewal. These are those stories

Bryan Bakker
Jan 263 min read


Trading Treasures: Reviving Community Through Local Barter
Introducing The London Barter Network. They really are making local make sense again. Join our growing network by visiting...

Bryan Bakker
Jan 92 min read


The Ancient Art of Stand-Up
The courage to face people in the real world, to make them laugh -- or try -- while talking about sensitive issues - is about more.

Bryan Bakker
Nov 24, 20242 min read
bottom of page