CKnow Editorial Guidelines

Ensuring quality, relevance, and community spirit in every story we share.

Our Commitment to Quality

CKnow is a curated platform, meaning all submissions are reviewed by our editorial team before publication. This ensures that our content is accurate, relevant, and aligns with our mission to empower the Chatham Kent community. We aim to provide a reliable and positive source of local information.

Focus on local relevance

Maintain a positive and constructive tone

Ensure factual accuracy

Respect privacy and community values

Content Categories & Specifics

Local News & Stories
Share what's happening in Chatham Kent.
  • Focus on recent or upcoming events, developments, or community initiatives.
  • Provide clear, concise information and cite sources where possible.
  • Avoid personal attacks, rumors, or overly promotional content.
  • Examples: Municipal updates, local achievements, public service announcements.
Community Spotlights
Feature local businesses, people, or organizations.
  • Highlight positive contributions to the community.
  • Focus on unique aspects, history, or impact.
  • Ensure consent from individuals or businesses being featured.
  • Examples: New business openings, inspiring residents, non-profit work.
Events
Announce upcoming gatherings in Chatham Kent.
  • Include essential details: date, time, location, brief description, and contact info.
  • Events should be open to the public or relevant to a broad community segment.
  • Submit events well in advance for timely publication.
  • Examples: Festivals, workshops, public meetings, local performances.
Photo Submissions
Capture the beauty and life of Chatham Kent.
  • Submit high-resolution images (minimum 1920px on the longest side).
  • Provide a brief caption and credit for the photographer.
  • Ensure photos are relevant to Chatham Kent and appropriate for all ages.
  • Examples: Local landmarks, community events, nature scenes, street photography.

What We Do Not Publish

Hate speech, discrimination, or personal attacks

Unverified rumors or misinformation

Excessively promotional or spammy content

Content unrelated to Chatham Kent

Tips for Submitting
  • Be clear and concise.
  • Provide as much detail as possible.
  • Include relevant links or contact information.
  • Proofread your submission.
  • Attach high-quality images if applicable.
Ready to Contribute?

We encourage everyone in the Chatham Kent community to share their stories and insights.

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Contact Our Editors

Have questions about the guidelines or a specific story idea? Reach out to our editorial team.

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