I’m Sandra Bartlett, an award-winning investigative journalist and producer based in Toronto with more than 20 years of experience reporting in Canada and the U.S. I’ve worked with National Public Radio and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, creating audio documentaries, podcasts, and video documentaries that explain complex issues and hold power to account. I’ve collaborated with PBS Frontline, ProPublica, the Center for Public Integrity, and the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. I was part of the team that produced the Emmy-nominated Toxic Beauty and have produced notable projects like The Salmon People and The Poison Detectives. I frequently experiment with tools like ChatGPT to improve accuracy and efficiency while preserving rigorous reporting, and I’m excited to continue telling stories that matter and drive change.

Sandra Bartlett

I’m Sandra Bartlett, an award-winning investigative journalist and producer based in Toronto with more than 20 years of experience reporting in Canada and the U.S. I’ve worked with National Public Radio and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, creating audio documentaries, podcasts, and video documentaries that explain complex issues and hold power to account. I’ve collaborated with PBS Frontline, ProPublica, the Center for Public Integrity, and the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. I was part of the team that produced the Emmy-nominated Toxic Beauty and have produced notable projects like The Salmon People and The Poison Detectives. I frequently experiment with tools like ChatGPT to improve accuracy and efficiency while preserving rigorous reporting, and I’m excited to continue telling stories that matter and drive change.

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I’m Sandra Bartlett, an award-winning investigative journalist and producer based in Toronto with more than 20 years of experience reporting in Canada and the U.S. I’ve worked with National Public Radio and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, creating audio documentaries, podcasts, and video documentaries that explain complex issues and hold power to account.

I’ve collaborated with PBS Frontline, ProPublica, the Center for Public Integrity, and the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists. I was part of the team that produced the Emmy-nominated Toxic Beauty and have produced notable projects like The Salmon People and The Poison Detectives. I frequently experiment with tools like ChatGPT to improve accuracy and efficiency while preserving rigorous reporting, and I’m excited to continue telling stories that matter and drive change.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Self-employed Journalist & Podcaster
January 1, 2013 - Present
Independent journalist and podcaster producing investigative reporting, audio documentaries, and video projects for multiple outlets.
Managing Producer, Podcasts at Canada’s National Observer
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
Oversees podcast production, content development, and distribution.
Asper Visiting Professor at UBC Graduate School of Journalism
September 1, 2016 - April 1, 2017
Visiting professor contributing to graduate education and research in journalism.
National Reporter and International Producer at National Public Radio
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Covered national and international stories; produced investigative segments.
National Reporter and International Producer at CBC/Radio-Canada
January 1, 1987 - December 31, 2010
Produced national and international reporting.
Producer/Host at The Salmon People
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
The Salmon People project; 2023 Webby Honoree.
Self-employed Journalist & Podcaster at Self-employed
January 1, 2013 - Present
Independent journalist and producer delivering investigative reporting, audio documentaries, podcasts, and video projects for national and international audiences. Lead producer and editor on multi-platform stories, manage field reporting, sourcing, and cross-team collaborations with major outlets. Build and mentor teams for long-form journalism and cross-platform storytelling.
Managing Producer Podcasts at Canada’s National Observer
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
Oversee podcast program development, production schedules, candidate and investigative storytelling, and cross-promotional strategy. Collaborate with editors and researchers to produce in-depth investigative podcasts and ensure editorial standards are met across platforms.

Education

Visiting Professor at UBC Graduate School of Journalism
September 1, 2016 - April 1, 2017

Qualifications

Awards
March 10, 2026 - March 10, 2026
Michener Award for Public Service Journalism; Webby; Canadian Journalism Foundation; Digital Publishing Awards

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education