David Walmsley
David Walmsley is the editor-in-chief of The Globe and Mail, a leading Canadian newspaper. He has played a crucial role in steering the publication towards innovative storytelling approaches, including visual journalism that seeks to illuminate overlooked stories across Canada. Recently, he announced the launch of the Underexposed series, aimed at showcasing the complexities and humanity of diverse communities through photography.
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David Walmsley, The Globe’s editor-in-chief, commented on the strong opinion expressed in Cathal Kelly’s column.
U.S. ambassador to Canada requests apology for Globe and Mail column
Canada· 2026-03-04
David Walmsley is the editor-in-chief of The Globe who provided a note to contextualize the coverage of the photo essays on the Russian military.
Is it ethical for journalists to tell a ‘one-sided’ story?Canada· 2026-03-01
David Walmsley is the Editor-in-Chief of The Globe and Mail.
A note to readers on what’s new at The Globe and MailCanada· 2026-02-17
David Walmsley is the Editor-in-chief who commented on the project documenting the war.
Why The Globe and Mail photographed soldiers and civilians behind Russian linesCanada· 2025-11-28
“Robert Fife has dedicated his life to brave, independent journalism that puts the public first,” said The Globe’s editor-in-chief, David Walmsley.
Robert Fife to receive Hyman Solomon Award for Excellence in Public Policy JournalismCanada· 2025-11-27
David Walmsley, the Globe and Mail editor-in-chief, expressed delight at the recognition of brave, independent work.
The Globe and Mail wins four Jack Webster AwardsCanada· 2025-11-04
David Walmsley is the editor-in-chief who directed subscribers to the updated AI guidelines.
The Globe has updated its newsroom AI guidelinesCanada· 2025-11-01
David Walmsley is President of the World Editors Forum.
Why journalism and access to information matter more than ever - Newspaper
Pakistan· 2025-09-28
David Walmsley is the editor-in-chief of The Globe and Mail, who commented on the significance of winning the award.
The Globe and Mail wins online journalism award for project on Canada’s housing crisisCanada· 2025-09-13Globe editor in chief David Walmsley has stated that the newspaper will continue its investigation into procurement practices.
The targeting of a Globe reporter needs to be fully investigatedCanada· 2025-07-25
David Walmsley is the editor in chief of The Globe and Mail who condemned the targeting of Carrie Tait.
Globe and Mail reporter targeted by online campaign, photographed surreptitiously in public settingsCanada· 2025-07-21
The Globe’s editor-in-chief David Walmsley heralded Mr. Fife’s mentorship of young journalists.
The Globe and Mail’s Robert Fife receives Michener-Baxter AwardCanada· 2025-06-06
David Walmsley is The Globe’s editor-in-chief who spoke about the newspaper's achievements.
The Globe and Mail leads the National Newspaper Awards with nine winsCanada· 2025-04-26
David Walmsley explained why we chose to dedicate the latest 'pop-up' bureau to lens-based storytelling.
What stories in your community are overlooked? Share your ideas for The Globe’s photo pop-up bureauCanada· 2025-03-01