LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, Science-Presse is rated as Left-Center biased based on editorial positions that favor progressive stances on science and the environment, while maintaining balanced, well-sourced news reporting. We rate them High for factual reporting due to excellent sourcing, transparency, and IFCN-certified fact-checking.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-2.9)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (0.4)
Country: Canada
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: EXCELLENT
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1978 in Montreal, Science-Presse is an independent, nonprofit media outlet and the only science news agency in Canada. The site emphasizes scientific journalism, media literacy, and combating misinformation through projects like its fact-checking section, the Rumor Detector. Science-Presse states its mission is to sharpen public critical thinking against false or misleading information circulating on social networks.
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Funded by / Ownership
According to its About page, Science-Presse is operated by Agence Science-Presse, a nonprofit organization. Funding comes partly from the Government of Quebec and the Government of Canada, with additional revenue generated through training workshops, educational initiatives, and commissioned science writing. Their financial statements are published openly in their corporate documents section.
Analysis / Bias
Straight news reporting focuses on science, health, and education. Articles typically are sourced from peer-reviewed journals or credible agencies, such as this report on ancient pathogens published in Nature (Skeleton Study: 37,000 Years of Infectious Diseases). Reporting is well-sourced and avoids sensationalism.
Science-Presse is also an established fact-checker and an IFCN signatory, lending credibility to its work. Its Rumor Detector section debunks common misinformation, such as the claim that medical errors are the third leading cause of death (Medical errors, the third leading cause of death? False).
Editorial and opinion content occasionally shows a progressive lean, particularly on environmental issues. For example, Hurricane Prediction: A Useless Activity in the Trump Era critiques U.S. budget cuts under Trump that reduced climate-monitoring capacity, blending science with political commentary. This supports a mild left-center rating.
Failed Fact Checks
- None. They are an IFCN fact checker.
Overall, Science-Presse is rated as Left-Center biased based on editorial positions that favor progressive stances on science and the environment, while maintaining balanced, well-sourced news reporting. We rate them High for factual reporting due to excellent sourcing, transparency, and IFCN-certified fact-checking. (D. Van Zandt (08/17/2025)
Source: https://www.sciencepresse.qc.ca/
Last Updated on August 17, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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