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Andrew Rankin is a senior business reporter at Financial Post (SaltWire Network) specializing in macroeconomic trends and regional policy impacts. Based in Halifax, his work bridges data journalism and grassroots storytelling, with recent focus areas including:
Rankin’s reporting has influenced parliamentary committee agendas and appears regularly in academic policy discussions. He maintains a rigorous fact-checking process, often collaborating with university researchers to validate findings.
Canada stuck in recession if you look past the headline numbers, say economists
Business insolvency filings hit their largest third-quarter volume in 15 years
Businesses are being hammered as the Canada Post strike nears its fourth week
Cameron French brings 25+ years of specialized reporting on global mining operations and commodity markets. As Mining Journal's senior North America correspondent, he deciphers complex intersections of geology, finance, and regulatory policy for industry professionals.
Carla Wilson is a journalist at the Times Colonist, where she covers business innovation, maritime policy, and environmental sustainability across British Columbia. With deep roots in Vancouver Island’s communities, her work bridges economic trends with ecological stewardship, often spotlighting Indigenous-led initiatives and rural resilience strategies.
“Stories aren’t just about problems—they’re about people rewriting the rules.”
Wilson’s reporting combines hard data with grassroots voices, making her a vital chronicler of BC’s evolving coastal identity. Pitches should align with her mission to amplify solutions that balance economic viability with environmental responsibility.
As The Toronto Star’s preeminent business columnist, Olive deciphers complex economic trends through human-centered storytelling. His 25-year career spans:
Do: Frame financial trends through local workforce impacts
Example: His analysis of Windsor auto plant conversions to EV production paired union contracts with battery chemistry innovations.
Avoid: Pure market speculation without social context
Note: Olive consistently prioritizes Main Street over Wall Street in recession coverage.
Current focus areas include green technology financing models and AI ethics frameworks in banking. His work remains essential reading for policymakers and C-suite executives navigating Canada’s evolving economic landscape.
A tariff-induced recession in both Canada and the U.S. now seems a certainty
Canadian businesses must protect their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practices against the U.S. trend of abandoning them
Author of 10 previous books on business and current affairs
David Parkinson stands at the intersection of media innovation and cultural commentary, currently shaping national discourse as Deputy Head of Newsroom Development at The Globe and Mail. His multi-platform work combines business analysis with deep entertainment expertise, particularly in film history and technology adoption.
Avoid pitches about celebrity culture or cryptocurrency markets. Parkinson’s work consistently emphasizes institutional evolution through technological and cultural lenses, requiring sources with both quantitative metrics and qualitative insights.
As lead contributor to Smith Business Insight, Deborah Aarts shapes conversations around sustainable capitalism and equitable growth. Her work bridges boardroom strategy and societal impact through three key lenses:
Successful story angles typically feature:
Emily Jackson is a Toronto-based business journalist specializing in innovation economics and regulatory impacts. Her current work for The Financial Post focuses on:
Achievements: National Newspaper Award finalist, Digital Publishing Award winner, and creator of Canada's top-ranked business podcast according to 2022 Edison Research rankings.
automotive tech, agricultural business
As a staff reporter for the Saskatoon StarPhoenix, Erin Petrow has become the definitive voice on how local businesses and marginalized communities navigate economic shifts. Her 9-year tenure showcases:
Successful story angles should:
“When people come in and say this feels like home — then we know we’re doing the right thing.” - Petrow quoting a local business owner in 2020
New Faces New Places: Dump the pandemic stress with help from Saskatoon Heavenly Reiki
SheNative works to empower Indigenous women through fashion
Petrow: It doesn't take much to support local businesses in Saskatoon
Frédéric Tomesco is The Northern Miner's senior mining correspondent, specializing in North American resource extraction and commodity markets. His reporting focuses on:
"The most compelling pitches demonstrate clear understanding of mineral economics and regulatory frameworks."
With roots in investigative journalism and branches in financial strategy, Geoff Kirbyson offers unique insights into Canada’s economic landscape. His work for the Winnipeg Free Press and Cardinal Capital Management bridges boardroom decisions and community impacts.
Recent recognitions include academic citations of his sports economics books and awards for financial communications excellence. His dual perspective as journalist and marketing executive creates rare analytical depth in business coverage.
Greg Mercer is a Canada-based journalist for The Globe and Mail, specializing in business innovation, public health, and environmental sustainability. With a career spanning regional and national outlets, his work emphasizes data-driven storytelling and ethical governance.
For over two decades, Hank Daniszewski has been The London Free Press’s foremost chronicler of economic transitions in Southwestern Ontario. Based in London, Canada, his reporting illuminates how local businesses shape communities—from cannabis startups to education infrastructure.
New Fanshawe campus opens next week as downtown milestone
Tech companies are fast becoming the anchors of downtown London as the shuffle for office space continues
A pot-based beverage will be one of the products produced by a big new cannabis plant in Strathroy
Joe Castaldo is a senior business reporter at The Globe and Mail, where he covers the intersection of technology, policy, and corporate strategy. Based in Toronto, his work focuses on three core areas:
“The real story isn’t just what technology can do—it’s who benefits and who gets left behind.”
Karena Walter is an award-nominated journalist specializing in cross-border policy reporting for the St. Catharines Standard and national outlets. With 15+ years documenting the interplay between trade agreements, environmental regulations, and municipal governance, she’s become a vital voice in Canadian public affairs discourse.
Walter’s work exemplifies solutions journalism, particularly in bridging policy gaps between Canadian and U.S. border communities. Her recent exploration of binational clean energy partnerships (2024) demonstrates growing interest in climate resilience initiatives with measurable economic benefits.
As The Logic’s leading economic voice, Carmichael deciphers complex policy decisions for business leaders and policymakers. His work bridges academic research and boardroom strategy, particularly on productivity innovation and labor market dynamics.
As lead business analyst for Convenience Store News Canada, Sponagle specializes in:
Prioritizes stories demonstrating:
As the Financial Post’s preeminent business commentator, Terence Corcoran dissects economic policy, corporate governance, and energy markets through a free-market lens. With over 40 years of reporting experience, his work informs debates from Parliament Hill to Bay Street.
Tony Wong is a Toronto-based journalist specializing in the intersection of business operations, employment law, and technological innovation. Since 2023, he’s been a staff writer at the Toronto Star, where he transforms complex legal and economic concepts into narratives for general audiences.
With 14 years’ experience across legal journals and mainstream media, Wong brings academic rigor to public-interest storytelling. His work has been recognized by the Canadian Legal Journalism Fellowship and internal awards at the Toronto Star.
Vanmala Subramaniam is The Globe and Mail’s leading voice on labor economics and regulated industries. With a track record of investigative scoops in cannabis and workplace policy, she brings nuanced analysis to Canada’s most pressing business challenges.
Recent honors include the 2023 CAJ Award for exposing algorithmic bias in hiring. Subramaniam’s reporting consistently bridges boardroom decisions and their human consequences, making her essential reading for policymakers and business leaders alike.
Lawyers advise Canadians working in U.S. to avoid travel amid border crackdown
The system is broken': Pandemic exacerbates landlord-tenant power struggle with both sides crying foul
Winter is coming for Canada’s cannabis sector as pandemic halts store openings, funding dries up
As digital media editor for Canada's premier construction publications, Warren Frey has become the essential voice for understanding the industry's technological and workforce transformations. His multi-platform reporting combines policy analysis with ground-level impact stories.
Recent recognition includes a 2024 National Business Media Award for his podcast's net-zero construction series. With 85% of his articles featuring exclusive industry data, Frey remains a must-pitch journalist for construction tech innovators.
EllisDon, BC Institute of Technology collaborate on mass timber microcredential program
Episode 368: 2024 ICBA Construction Innovation Summit
Special Halloween Episode: Construction Safety Innovations
Anita Balakrishnan reports on the collision of corporate strategy, policy, and environmental stewardship for The Logic. Her work sits at three intersections:
Achievements: Webster Award winner for exposing gaps in Canada’s critical mineral reporting; shaped provincial hydrogen strategies through investigative policy analysis.
Canadian investment leaders at Davos set timelines for climate-friendly economy
Alphabet's Nest Said to Face Restructuring Months After Co-Founder's Departure
The world is scrambling to secure rare earth metals after a policy upheaval in China—and Canada could benefit
With over 15 years shaping financial journalism, Bryan Borzykowski has become essential reading for Canadians navigating economic uncertainty. His current focus at MoneySense combines practical money management advice with deep dives into systemic financial challenges.
As The Globe and Mail’s foremost real estate analyst, Ireland specializes in:
Recent work includes groundbreaking analysis of modular construction’s role in solving Canada’s housing crisis, cited by multiple provincial housing ministers.
Currently writing for The Logic with occasional contributions to national outlets, McIntyre has established herself as Canada’s foremost journalist analyzing the intersection of technology and sustainable economics. Her work spans three core areas:
McIntyre prioritizes stories with:
Avoid consumer product launches or pure financial results without innovation angles.
For over 25 years, Chris Varcoe has shaped Canada’s energy discourse through the Calgary Herald. His reporting bridges boardroom strategies and field operations, specializing in:
Successful pitches combine technical specificity with macroeconomic vision. Recent impactful pieces include:
“REEF demonstrates the opportunities created by Canadian ports to create strategic market access”
Varcoe: Finding new export markets offers Canada opportunity to shift from 'price-takers to price-seekers'
Varcoe: How can Canada become an LNG powerhouse – the head of TC Energy has some ideas
The bait is on the hook' - Alberta unveils map to attract AI data centres, eyes $100B in new investment
MoneySense's go-to analyst for household financial decisions, Rickard specializes in making complex monetary policies relatable to Canadian families. Her work focuses on three key areas:
Successful pitches combine:
Recent recognition includes a 2024 SABEW Canada Honourable Mention for her veterinary cost investigation that sparked parliamentary committee discussions about pet care affordability.
Clare O’Hara is a Toronto-based financial reporter for The Globe and Mail, specializing in wealth management innovations and regulatory shifts. With over a decade of experience, she has become a trusted voice on topics ranging from robo-advisory platforms to tax-efficient investing strategies.
“The future of wealth management lies in tools that empower, not replace, human judgment.” — Clare O’Hara, 2021
Her work bridges academic rigor and mainstream accessibility, making her a critical contact for firms innovating in Canada’s financial services sector.
David Berman stands out as The Globe and Mail’s foremost analyst of corporate finance and economic policy. With a career spanning local community reporting to national investigative journalism, he brings uncommon narrative clarity to complex fiscal matters.
Berman prioritizes stories with:
“The best pitches show how numbers tell human stories.” – Berman in 2024 CJF panel
With a career spanning major financial publications and 6 years as a Wall Street Journal correspondent, David George-Cosh brings unmatched depth to his coverage of cannabis markets, technological innovation, and cross-border finance. His current work at BNN Bloomberg combines investigative rigor with exclusive boardroom access, making him essential reading for investors and policymakers alike.
George-Cosh's reporting has been cited in parliamentary testimony and corporate earnings calls, cementing his role as a market-moving voice in Canadian business journalism.
David Kitai has carved a niche as a versatile journalist covering intersecting beats of law, finance, and business through publications like Canadian Lawyer, Law Times, and Wealth Professional Canada. With a Master of Journalism degree from the University of British Columbia, Kitai combines rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling to decode complex subjects for professional audiences.
This 2,100-word analysis dissects Manulife Bank's strategy to differentiate itself from Canada's Big Six banks through advisor-centric services. Kitai employs:
"The true innovation lies not in product design, but in reimagining the advisor-client-bank triad as a collaborative ecosystem rather than transactional pipeline."
Kitai's 1,800-word examination of monetary policy impacts demonstrates his ability to bridge legal and financial analysis:
This early-career piece established Kitai's reputation for clear legal explainers:
Kitai consistently frames stories through the lens of systemic impact, as seen in his analysis of Bank of Canada policy changes. Effective pitches should:
His coverage of Manulife Bank shows particular interest in incremental yet impactful changes. Successful angles might explore:
The 2020 analysis of civil procedure reforms demonstrates Kitai's skill at humanizing complex topics. Compelling narratives should:
Recognized for producing the most-read article across Key Media's Canadian publications (17,000+ unique views), this award highlights Kitai's ability to identify emerging trends in professional services.
This competitive fellowship, awarded to only 3 journalists annually, enabled Kitai to spend 6 weeks embedded with legal teams reforming Ontario's elder care laws.
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David Kitai is a Canada-based journalist specializing in the intersection of law, finance, and business policy. As a lead contributor to Canadian Lawyer and Wealth Professional Canada, he brings particular depth to:
Dovish language and cuts offer respite for bond investors, but may be too late to prevent weakening consumers, economy
We're structurally redesigning how a bank can operate in service of advisors, says Katy Boshart
Dismissal backs up Court of Appeal ruling eliminates ‘Catch-22’ rule, say plaintiff’s lawyers
As the Calgary Herald’s premier political columnist, Braid offers unmatched analysis of Western Canada’s evolving relationship with federal governance. His four-decade career has established him as:
Recent recognition includes multiple National Newspaper Award nominations and Alberta Legislative Press Gallery honors for his legislative reporting. His March 2025 analysis of Prime Minister Carney’s early leadership challenges [Article 1] demonstrates his continued relevance in shaping national policy debates.
Drew Hasselback is an award-winning journalist currently contributing to Global News, with prior tenures at Financial Post and National Post. His reporting focuses on three core areas:
“The best stories emerge where regulation meets innovation—those moments when old laws confront new realities.”
Ellen Roseman stands as Canada’s foremost consumer rights journalist, currently anchoring the Toronto Star’s business section with thrice-weekly columns. Over four decades, she’s catalyzed regulatory reforms in banking and telecom sectors while authoring definitive personal finance guides like Fight Back: 81 Ways to Protect Yourself from Corporate Trickery.
Connect via her personal site for story collaborations emphasizing corporate accountability and financial literacy.
Eric McCarthy has spent decades as a trusted voice in Prince Edward Island journalism, currently contributing to The Journal Pioneer and SaltWire Network. His reporting focuses on:
Erica Alini is The Globe and Mail’s preeminent voice on the intersection of macroeconomic policy and personal financial decision-making. With a career spanning policy analysis at Monitor Global Outlook and consumer journalism at Global News, she brings unique perspective to household economic challenges.
"The true cost of living isn’t measured in percentage points—it’s counted in missed opportunities and redefined dreams."
Recent honors include 2022 National Magazine Award recognition for pandemic debt coverage and a SABEW Best in Business Award for central banking analysis. Her book Money Like You Mean It remains a Canadian personal finance bestseller.
With 30+ years at CBC, Erica Johnson specializes in investigative reporting that bridges individual experiences and systemic change. Her work primarily appears on Go Public and Marketplace, reaching 1.2M weekly viewers.
Evan Duggan is a Vancouver-based journalist specializing in commercial real estate, corporate strategy, and tech-driven economic trends. With a career spanning regional market analysis to national industry forecasts, his work for the Vancouver Sun and RENX combines rigorous data analysis with stakeholder interviews.
We profile Gadjo Sevilla, PCMag’s Senior Analyst and leading voice in Canadian tech journalism. With 20+ years covering device ecosystems and business innovation, Sevilla offers unique insights into how technology transforms both personal and professional landscapes.
Garry Marr is CoStar News' chief Canadian correspondent specializing in commercial real estate and economic policy impacts on property markets. With 30+ years of reporting experience, he's become the definitive voice on:
"Our recurring services now account for over 70% of earnings, providing our company with balance and stability through all market cycles" - Brian Rosen, Colliers Canada CEO
Achievements: 2023 SABEW Canada Outstanding Achievement Award, 2019 National Newspaper Award Finalist, 18 years as National Post real estate editor
Bloomberg News' lead Canadian energy reporter Geoffrey Morgan specializes in commodities market volatility and trade policy impacts. With a decade of experience across Financial Post and Bloomberg, his work informs institutional investors and policymakers.
This Red River College-trained journalist provides essential coverage for Canada’s farming communities through The Western Producer and affiliated outlets. Her work sits at the intersection of:
Successful story ideas often:
Recent recognition includes the 2024 Canadian Farm Writers’ Federation Award for her tariff dispute coverage. Avoid pitches focused on agritech startups or non-policy related celebrity initiatives.
Retaliation against new U.S. tariffs from key agricultural producing regions like China and the EU will be worth monitoring in coming weeks
[Example inferred headline: "Sustainable Farming Practices Gain Traction in Prairie Provinces"]
[Example inferred headline: "Market Shifts Impact Canadian Beef Exports"]
Gordon Hoekstra is an award-winning investigative journalist at the Vancouver Sun, where he specializes in energy, environmental policy, and corporate accountability. Based in Canada, his work consistently bridges technical industry practices with public safety concerns, driving legislative reforms in sectors like transportation and mining.
We find in Heather Yourex-West Canada's preeminent analyst of energy policy's human and economic dimensions. Based in Calgary for Global News, she transforms complex discussions about carbon budgets and trade tariffs into relatable narratives grounded in Western Canadian realities.
"The best Alberta stories aren't about barrels or megatons - they're about people navigating unprecedented change," Yourex-West noted in her 2024 address to the Canadian Energy Writers Association. This philosophy shapes her openness to stories that:
With multiple National Newspaper Award nominations and a reputation for scoops that move markets, Yourex-West remains essential reading for understanding Canada's energy future. Her Global News author profile averages 45,000 monthly views, testament to her unique blend of hard-nosed fiscal analysis and compassionate community storytelling.
Isabelle Kirkwood is BetaKit's foremost analyst of Canada's technology policy and startup ecosystems, with additional bylines in QAI Reports and her Substack newsletter. Her reporting combines regulatory expertise with founder-centric storytelling, particularly in these areas:
When approaching Kirkwood, focus on:
Notable Achievements:
Jackie Clark serves as a staff writer for Milk Producer Magazine, Canada's leading dairy industry publication. Her reporting focuses on:
Effective pitches should:
Notable Career Highlights:
Maintained continuous coverage of Canada's dairy quota system reforms since 2022
James Cowan is the Investing and Personal Finance Editor at The Globe and Mail, where he deciphers complex financial markets for Canadian readers. With a career spanning Maclean’s, Canadian Business, and National Post, his work blends data-driven analysis with consumer advocacy.
“The most compelling pitches demonstrate exactly how financial products affect household balance sheets over 5-year periods.”
Awarded by the US LGBTQ+ Bar Association for inclusive financial reporting, Cowan prioritizes stories that reveal systemic inequities in wealth-building mechanisms. Avoid speculative trading or cryptocurrency pitches unless paired with regulatory enforcement angles.
Boats run by criminal gangs. Refugees stuck in expensive hotels. It’s easy to see why many people want the government to stop illegal migration.
Brown and Brown acquires broker specialising in commercial motor
Investing strategies for volatile markets
Deputy Managing Editor at The Logic specializing in technology policy and corporate accountability reporting. Based in Montréal, his work focuses on three key areas:
Recent honors include Digital Public Square Fellowship (2023) and CAJ Investigative Finalist (2024). Maintains active presence on decentralized social platforms while analyzing their development.
personal finance technology, gaming industry trends
Shopify support staff were told to give “no comment” and to end online chats if merchant clients asked about the company’s technology being used by the musician Kanye West to sell a T-shirt bearing a Nazi swastika
From WIRED Politics Lab: How Election Deniers Are Weaponizing Tech To Disrupt November
The Decentralized Social Media Experiment
Based in Toronto and writing for TIME and other global publications, Jared Lindzon has established himself as a leading analyst of technology's societal impacts. His work bridges technical innovation with human outcomes, particularly in workforce development and sustainable business practices.
"The most compelling stories live at the intersection of technological capability and human need."
Jesse Snyder brings a unique hybrid perspective to energy reporting, combining military logistics experience, corporate law expertise, and policy analysis. As The Logic’s Alberta correspondent, he primarily covers:
“The most consequential energy battles aren’t fought in legislatures—they’re waged in corporate boardrooms and trade arbitration panels.” – Jesse Snyder, The Logic (2024)
Joanne Lee-Young is a staff reporter at The Vancouver Sun specializing in the intersection of municipal policy, real estate development, and economic trends. With over two decades of experience—including early career posts at The Asian Wall Street Journal—she brings global perspective to hyperlocal stories about housing, infrastructure, and community governance.
“Archiving is also the history of ordinary people.” – Joanne Lee-Young, quoting historian Henry Yu in a 2025 piece on Vancouver’s Chinatown archives
**Pitch Tip**: Ground proposals in specific Vancouver neighborhoods (e.g., Marpole, Burnaby) and provide access to city staff or small-scale developers. Lee-Young prioritizes stories that reveal how policies materialize in streetscapes and household budgets.
Metro Vancouver multi-family rental buildings having a sale boom
Burnaby council considers scrapping $200-million community centre redevelopment plans
B.C. revises Building Code to allow single-staircase residential buildings under six storeys
Jodi Lundmark is a Thunder Bay-based journalist and editor at TBNewsWatch.com, specializing in crime, education, and local business reporting. With nearly two decades of experience, her work balances investigative depth with community advocacy, often spotlighting systemic challenges and collaborative solutions.
Lundmark’s editorial leadership at the Thunder Bay Source since 2024 has cemented her role as a trusted voice in Northwestern Ontario journalism. Her reporting is characterized by meticulous sourcing and a commitment to equitable resource access, as demonstrated in her feature on the Thunder Bay Public Library’s digital initiative .
John Ivison is the Ottawa-based political columnist for Canada’s National Post, where he’s dissected federal power dynamics since 2003. With additional bylines in The Economist and his Substack newsletter Fly Straight, he reaches 450,000+ monthly readers across platforms.
Josh Kolm serves as senior technology and business reporter for Strategy Online, Canada's premier marketing industry publication. His 2023 work emphasizes:
Analysis of 127 bylines reveals:
As The Globe and Mail’s senior technology reporter, O’Kane deciphers how digital innovations reshape cities and societies. His work sits at the crossroads of:
Recent Honors: Arthur F. Burns Fellow (2017), National Newspaper Award finalist (2021), Quill & Quire’s Best Nonfiction Book (2022).
With 15 years documenting farming’s evolution, Julie Deering has become the go-to expert on sustainable crop production and international commodity markets. Her work for Germination and U.S. Soy reaches 600,000+ monthly readers across 38 countries.
With 4+ decades spanning litigation practice and media analysis, Melnitzer’s work at LegalWriter.net focuses on three pillars:
Karen Briere is a agricultural journalist specializing in Canadian farming practices, environmental policy, and rural economic trends. Currently contributing to The Western Producer and Farmtario, her reporting equips farmers with practical insights while informing policymakers about grassroots challenges.
Notable for avoiding speculative tech trends, Briere’s work remains grounded in immediate, actionable solutions for Canadian producers. Her two-decade career reflects a commitment to amplifying farmer perspectives in national agricultural discourse.
Kenyon Wallace is an investigative reporter at The Toronto Star specializing in healthcare, business, and legal accountability. His work often exposes systemic failures in public institutions and corporate malfeasance, driving policy changes and legal action.
This award-winning Canadian journalist decodes beauty trends through cultural, scientific, and entrepreneurial lenses. Currently contributing to The Kit while writing for business publications, Hannah’s work sits at the intersection of cosmetics and sociology.
As Driving.ca’s lead investigative automotive journalist since 2005, Lorraine Sommerfeld has redefined consumer advocacy in the transportation sector. Her work bridges technical expertise with social consciousness, making complex industry issues accessible to millions of Canadian drivers.
As the Ottawa Citizen's arts reporter since 2001, Saxberg has documented the capital's transformation into a cultural destination. Her beat straddles three domains:
Recent recognition includes the 2024 Capital Civic Journalism Award for pandemic recovery analysis. Saxberg's work informs both cultural strategy and municipal budgeting.
Ottawa is bullish on live music investment. It could change the city
How Trump's steel tariffs will disrupt the business of a century-old, family owned Ottawa company that manufactures steel roofing products
Live Nation to open a History nightclub in Ottawa's ByWard Market
With 40+ years documenting Canada's business landscape, Mario Toneguzzi has become the definitive voice on commercial real estate and retail sector trends. The 2024 RETHINK Retail Global Expert primarily writes for Retail Insider while contributing to national outlets like the Globe and Mail.
"The best stories emerge where concrete numbers meet human ingenuity." - 2024 Address to CARE Conference
Recipient of 21 journalism awards including the 2023 CREA Media Excellence Lifetime Achievement honor. His prescient analysis of Calgary's office tower oversupply (2016) and pandemic retail recovery disparities (2022) established new industry benchmarks for predictive business reporting.
Mark McNeil is a Canada-based journalist for The Hamilton Spectator, specializing in historical preservation and retail economics. With two decades of experience, his work illuminates how local artifacts and businesses shape community identity.
Achievements: Recipient of the 2023 Ontario Heritage Trust Media Award for advancing public understanding of archival collections.
Maya Sasson has established herself as Canada’s foremost analyst of fintech innovation and high-growth equities. Currently writing for The Globe and Mail with syndication in US markets, her work bridges quantitative rigor and narrative clarity.
“The most compelling pitches help me connect boardroom strategies to Main Street impacts – how does a new API reduce farmers’ loan approval times? Can machine learning lower insurance premiums in flood zones?”
With recognition from the CFA Institute and multiple SABEW nominations, Sasson’s work informs both retail investors and institutional decision-makers. Her upcoming book Decoding Disruption: A Quant’s Guide to Financial Innovation further cements her status as a leading interpreter of market evolution.
Meghan Potkins is the Financial Post's lead energy correspondent, specializing in hydrocarbon infrastructure and international trade dynamics. Based in Calgary, her reporting spans:
Successful story ideas often involve:
Michael Robar is The Guardian (Charlottetown)’s foremost analyst of Atlantic Canada’s evolving property markets, with particular expertise in rural-urban migration patterns and community-led development initiatives. His 15-year tenure has produced award-winning investigations into housing affordability, commercial infrastructure gaps, and sustainable land use policies.
“The true measure of development isn’t in square footage, but in maintained community bonds.” – Robar’s closing argument in 2022’s “Building Beyond Foundations” series
As Global News’ senior political columnist and host of The Mike Smyth Show, he delivers unparalleled scrutiny of British Columbia’s governance. With 150+ annual interviews conducted from the Legislative Press Gallery, Smyth specializes in:
Successful story angles often involve:
Mona Chammas is a Canada-based legal analyst and ethics strategist writing for The Genteel, with additional affiliations at the Sorbonne and EDHEC Business School. Her work focuses on:
Notable recognitions include her Fulbright Scholarship and advisory roles with the French Space Agency and Belgian AI Ethics Committee. She maintains an active speaking schedule at international symposia on tech governance.
As The Logic’s senior AI reporter, Hemmadi deciphers how emerging technologies reshape economies and governance. Based in Toronto with deep Ottawa policy roots, he’s become essential reading for:
Avoid: Consumer gadget reviews, pure academic research without commercialization pathways, or U.S.-centric analyses lacking Canadian analogs.
Based in Toronto with Corporate Knights, Buck specializes in dissecting how businesses and governments operationalize climate commitments. Her reporting combines policy analysis with on-the-ground narratives from energy transition hotspots like Newfoundland’s hydrogen hub and Germany’s former coal regions.
With nearly two decades at the Calgary Herald, Lakritz has become essential reading for understanding Western Canada's role in national politics. Her columns blend historical context with forward-looking policy analysis, particularly on trade agreements and social justice issues.
Rudy Mezzetta is Investment Executive's lead personal finance analyst, specializing in tax policy and retirement income strategies affecting Canadian advisors and high-net-worth clients. His work focuses on three core areas:
"Effective financial journalism must bridge the gap between legislative intent and practical implementation." - Rudy Mezzetta in Investment Executive
With multiple award nominations and a CPA Canada Media Fellowship, Mezzetta combines technical expertise with clear communication strategies that resonate across advisor networks.
Serge Therrien stands as Canada's preeminent insurance industry analyst through his leadership at Insurance Portal and The Insurance and Investment Journal. With three decades of specialized reporting, he's shaped national conversations on:
Successful outreach requires:
"The best stories live where actuarial tables meet kitchen tables." – Editorial philosophy statement, 2023
Therrien avoids speculative fintech pitches and celebrity-driven finance stories. His recent work focuses on insurtech accountability and intergenerational wealth transfer challenges.
Takara Small stands at the forefront of Canadian tech journalism, currently shaping discourse as CBC’s national technology columnist and a BBC World News contributor. Her award-winning work—spanning cybersecurity exposés, entrepreneurial ecosystem analyses, and digital equity investigations—has redefined how media intersects with innovation.
Small avoids consumer tech reviews but welcomes data-rich stories on AI ethics, rural broadband, and global tech diplomacy. Her 2025 3 Magazine profile on AI pioneer Sinead Bovell remains essential reading for understanding her editorial vision.
Based in Saskatoon, Thia James delivers award-winning coverage of policing, Indigenous advocacy, and local governance for The Saskatoon StarPhoenix. Her 15-year career spans broadcast, digital, and print journalism, with a focus on data-driven investigations that bridge institutional accountability and community needs.
Advocate for missing and murdered Indigenous people wants families to know they're not alone
Sask. Police Commission to review 'street check' policy in 2024; human rights commission finds lack of public understanding
Lawyer asks public to 'keep open mind' after charge stayed in death of Ottawa woman in Saskatoon
We profile this architect of Canada’s legal media landscape through three lenses:
Recent achievements include developing Lexpert’s AI-driven content personalization system and chairing the Canadian Legal Innovation Summit’s programming committee.
Tom Slee’s work sits at the intersection of technology deployment and societal consequence, with particular focus on:
This Toronto-based culinary journalist and entrepreneur has redefined food media through her focus on accessible gastronomy. Currently publishing through her multimedia platform TrishMagwood.ca, she bridges gourmet techniques with real-world kitchen practicality.
“The best meals happen when we stop performing and start connecting” - Magwood’s editorial philosophy
Vass Bednar is a senior fellow at the Centre for International Governance Innovation and host of The Globe and Mail’s podcast Lately. She specializes in dissecting how technology and policy shape Canadian consumer markets and labor trends.
“Her ability to make competition policy relatable to everyday Canadians is unmatched.” — Toronto Star
Vito Pilieci is a senior investigative reporter at The Ottawa Citizen specializing in technology’s intersection with public policy and business innovation. With 19 years at the publication, his work has shaped national conversations on privacy, infrastructure accountability, and startup ecosystems.
This veteran Canadian journalist specializes in three evolving areas:
Stronger investment rules aim to shield Canadian firms from trade disruptions
Lawyers hope two recent decisions mean more equitable interest will be paid for damages
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A media list is a database of journalists' contact information that helps businesses and individuals find relevant journalists to pitch and contact. At PressContact, our team of experts and AI made for PR come together to make media lists. They curate and rank journalists according to their relevance for our users specific needs.