insideWaterloo is a publication that amplifies the stories of BIPOC residents of Waterloo Region. They welcome unsolicited submissions but want writers to send them a pitch first. For unsolicited articles, their rates are: $80 for short articles (1,500 words or less) and $120 for feature stories (1,500 to 2,500 words) and photo essays. They also announce themes every 2 to 3 months. For articles based on a theme, their rates are: $150 for short articles (1,500 words or less) and $500 for feature stories (1,500 to 2,500 words) and photo essays. Pitches should be sent to newsroom@insidewaterloo.ca. For more information, refer to their guidelines.