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Get Contact List →Download Contact ListAs Perspectives Editor at Canada's oldest newspaper, Oswald stewards editorial content while maintaining his roots in cultural criticism. His career offers two distinct pitching avenues:
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"His editorials often bridge pop culture accessibility with policy relevance, mirroring his career evolution from TV critic to opinion leader."
This Kwantlen Polytechnic University instructor (Canada) revolutionized how Canadian media uses public data. His current work focuses on:
“The best data stories help citizens see themselves in the numbers.” - 2017 Tapestry Conference Keynote
Recognition includes 6 Jack Webster Awards and the 2014 Global Data Journalism Award. His salary database remains Canada’s most-viewed investigative project (20M+ pageviews).
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.
Erica Ngao is a Toronto-based journalist and editor shaping conversations at the intersection of media innovation, cultural entrepreneurship, and audience strategy. Currently contributing to ELLE Canada while leading digital transformation initiatives at Indiegraf, her work bridges high-impact storytelling with sustainable news models.
Ngao's career achievements include the 2024 Indiegraf Growth Champion Award and curation of award-winning issues for TEDxRyersonU Magazine. She continues to mentor emerging journalists through programs like the Human Library initiative while advancing equitable media access nationwide.
This veteran Canadian journalist analyzes media's evolving role through CBC Radio documentaries and academic research. His work bridges newsroom practice and media theory.
"The health of democracy depends on journalists and PR professionals understanding their distinct roles." - From 2016 J-Source interview
Joe Gibbons operates at the intersection of experimental art and social commentary, with current focus areas including:
"A visionary in blending pedagogy with provocative art practice" — SC4 Awards Committee
Josie Kao is Reuters' Global News Desk Editor based in Toronto, specializing in media innovation, environmental policy, and education reform. With a career spanning student journalism leadership and professional investigative reporting, she brings unique insight into institutional power dynamics.
Recent honors include the 2020 Canadian Online Publishing Award and 2021 Emerging Environmental Journalist nomination. Her work continues to shape national conversations about ethical reporting practices and climate accountability.
As Deputy Editor of Reader’s Digest Canada and award-winning author, McKeon shapes national conversations on gender equity. Her 15-year career demonstrates consistent focus on:
Successful story angles mirror her 2023 investigation into feminist entrepreneurship models. Avoid pitches about individual "breaking the glass ceiling" stories unless they critique systemic failures. Recent data-driven pieces on childcare policy (2024) indicate strong interest in structural solutions over personal triumphs.
Matt Olson (not to be confused with the MLB player or CAA agent) is a Canadian journalist specializing in arts, culture, and media innovation. Currently contributing to outlets like The Washington Post and PodSask, his work bridges investigative rigor with creative storytelling.
His National Newspaper Award underscores his investigative depth, while his podcasting accolades highlight adaptability in evolving media landscapes.
Meghan Murphy is the founder and editor of Feminist Current, a Canadian platform analyzing gender politics through a materialist feminist lens. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in:
Murphy’s work has sparked international debate while maintaining rigorous adherence to feminist principles. She engages most with pitches offering fresh perspectives on underreported structural issues affecting women globally.
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We ain’t sayin’ she a gold digger: On Kasi Perkins as ‘the catalyst’ to her own death & holding the media accountable
Raju Mudhar is a Toronto-based journalist specializing in media innovation, technology ethics, and cultural shifts. As a staff reporter for the Toronto Star and co-host of the This Matters podcast, he combines investigative rigor with narrative storytelling.
As Canada’s foremost analyst of technology’s democratic impacts, Taylor Owen combines academic rigor with policy pragmatism. His work at McGill University’s Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy informs both legislation and public discourse.
Vinay Menon stands as one of Canada's most versatile journalists, blending cultural commentary with incisive policy analysis for The Toronto Star. His work primarily explores:
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Recent recognition includes back-to-back National Newspaper Award nominations (2021, 2023), cementing his status as a leading voice in Canadian explanatory journalism.
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