The Mounties will no longer release the names of victims of crime or traffic collisions.
The Radio Television Digital News Association disagrees with the decision, stating it will force journalists, not by choice, to rely on social media for information.
President Ian Koningsfest says not providing info can lead to problems with information coming out slowly and inaccurate.
He says it’s only a matter of time before municipal police forces adopt a similar policy.
Koningsfest says they respect privacy, but notes the public has the right to know about specific details.
