Editorial Policies

Editorial Standards & Independence

What we cover and what we say is decided solely by our editorial team. Our coverage is never sold, traded, or influenced by advertisers, sponsors, venues, promoters, or artists.

• Every published piece offers at least one of: an original point of view, original reporting, or original photography.
• We do not publish press releases as editorial, and we do not publish AI-generated filler.
• Reviews reflect the honest assessment of the writer and photographer who were present.
• Contributors work under a signed agreement and retain copyright in their own work.

Corrections

We aim for accuracy in every piece — names, dates, venues, set lists, and quotes are verified before publication.

When we get something wrong, we fix it promptly and transparently: the correction is made in the article and noted at the foot of the piece with the date and the nature of the change. To request a correction, email corrections@quockerwodger.ca.

Conflict of Interest

Contributors disclose any personal, financial, or professional relationship with a subject they cover, including bands, venues, promoters, and sponsors.

• Where a subject is also a photography-services client of Quockerwodger Media, a sponsor, or a close personal connection, we either assign someone else or clearly disclose the relationship within the piece.
• Coverage is never offered, promised, or withheld as part of any paid arrangement.

Sponsored Content & Disclosure

Sponsored or partner content is always clearly labelled — for example, "Presented by" or "Paid partnership" — and is visually and editorially distinct from independent coverage.

• Sponsors may support a section, guide, or newsletter, but receive no influence over editorial coverage, reviews, or which shows we cover.
• We accept local, relevant partners and decline advertising that is privacy-invasive or misaligned with our audience and values.