Welcome to Capital Current, the flagship online publication of Carleton University’s journalism program. A pioneering local news and information website, Capital Current serves as a dynamic, ground-breaking learning environment for senior students while delivering top-notch local coverage to Ottawa residents inside the Greenbelt.
Summer 2026 Reporting Team
Justin Campbell
Justin was born in Ottawa and grew up in Parkwood Hills, Nepean. He co
mes from a family with military and diplomatic backgrounds, exposing him to well-travelled relatives from a young age. He has always been creative with few limits, whether visually, musically or with the written word. His chief passion is research and interpretation of the world and being able to convey it to a general audience, taking things apart and understanding where they came from, how and why. Distilling from the theory, getting back to basics of what is meant or implied, and perceiving where people come from to create a mutual understanding is a significant tenet to his approach to journalism.
Marjan Massoom
Marjan is a Master of Journalism student at Carleton University, and her reporting focuses on politics, culture and community issues, with a particular interest in accountability journalism and long-form storytelling.
With a background in psychology from the University of Ottawa, Marjan brings an interest in human behaviour and social systems to her reporting. Her recent work has focused on Ottawa-centred stories ranging from federal policy and education to community and local issues across the city.
Marjan has also contributed broadcast and digital reporting through CBC News and the student publication, The Fulcrum. She is passionate about writing and amplifying the voices of those whose stories might otherwise go unheard.
Théo Lemarchandel
Théo Lemarchandel is a Master of Journalism student at Carleton University. His reporting focuses on domestic politics, foreign affairs, sports—with a preference for soccer—and social issues.
Originally from Rennes, France, Théo graduated from Bishop’s University with an Honours degree in International Studies. He moved to Ottawa in 2025, where building connections in a bilingual and cosmopolitan environment became central to understanding the city and its people. Through his reporting, Théo wants to foster these connections between local communities and cover what matters most to them, from City Hall to TD Place.
Maryam Khan
Maryam Khan is a Bachelor of Journalism student at Carleton University with a minor in Political Science. She is passionate about telling stories that make complex issues accessible and meaningful, with a particular interest in public policy, politics, business, and financial reporting.Douaa Qadadia
Douaa Qadadia is a journalist and recent graduate of Carleton University’s journalism program. With a focus on local and city news, she brings a sharp eye to the stories shaping Ottawa, from the corridors of city hall to the complexities of every day issues that Ottawa residents face. She also dabbles in sports coverage, and her heart belongs to the world of soccer. Her byline has appeared in the Ottawa Citizen, The Charlatan, iPolitics, and Global News, and she is a proud reporter for Capital Current.
Senior Editorial Team
Aneurin Bosley and Randy Boswell
Co-Publishers
Roger Martin
Senior Producer
Peter Robb
Senior Online Editor
David Kawai
Visuals Editor