Alison Loat

And thanks @CurlingCanada for hosting the #Brier2026 here so I could see have my amazing friend and her crew in town! ❤️

Draw #4 underway! @CurlingCanada #ExperiemceCurling

Here to cheer on our fabulous Canadian curlers! Great Brier so far @CurlingCanada! #experiencecurling

@FoodProfessor You should subscribe to @the_logic .

To my X followers, I’ve worked with the media for nearly 25 years. For most of that time, the relationship was professional and balanced. But in recent years, something has shifted. I am increasingly concerned about the state of our democracy — particularly how media, in general, are informing Canadians about food policy, food inflation, and economic policy. I now find myself learning more about Canada’s economy and policy changes from American outlets than from Canadian ones. Much of our national coverage feels reactive, shallow, or overly fixated on partisan narratives rather than substantive policy analysis. What troubles me most is the lack of scrutiny applied evenly across governments and institutions. For example, when the Bank of Canada suggested that Ottawa’s counter-tariffs contributed to food inflation, only one major outlet — Bloomberg — gave it meaningful coverage. The grocery benefit program received very little examination regarding how it would be financed. It took days before anyone pressed for clarity. During the latest spike in food inflation, several outlets turned to the same small circle of commentators who dismissed any potential role of federal policy — carbon pricing, GST holidays, counter-tariffs — despite mounting evidence that policy decisions can and do affect food prices. Instead of investigating structural drivers of inflation, much of the coverage focuses on fact-checking opposition rhetoric, even though the opposition has not governed since 2015. Scrutiny should be applied equally — not selectively. Quebec media, while imperfect, appear to have maintained a broader range of debate. In much of the rest of Canada, I see increasing concentration of voices — often from the same region, Ontario, often reflecting similar policy perspectives — and less diversity of thought grounded in empirical research. This isn’t about partisan politics. It’s about accountability, transparency, and healthy democratic discourse. Media are under financial pressure — that’s real. But public trust depends on independence and depth. Subsidy structures, incentives, and newsroom economics all matter. Canada deserves stronger policy journalism — especially on food affordability, supply chains, and economic resilience. We need more data-driven analysis, more intellectual diversity, and more courage to ask uncomfortable questions — regardless of which party is in power. Until that happens, Canadians would be wise to diversify their news sources and think critically about what they’re being told — and what they’re not.

@CherylFull That’s the right call! Family first always and the Jays are basically a second family so you have it covered on both counts. Have fun!!!

@AlisonLoat We really debated about it Alison, but have family here with whom we have an annual visit. In the end, wanted to see them, so of course tied it to our ST trek.

John Schneider just made some kids day. Asked security to let a kid come onto the field to help toss balls during a drill. #BlueJays #SpringTraining

@brendanwhitsitt @MikePMoffatt Ha - hi Brendan! I didn’t realize I’d copied you but glad the report was useful.

@AlisonLoat @MikePMoffatt What a great report! This sums it up.

Am puzzled how the feds will get banks, pension funds involved in affordable housing. What's the business model? There's a real risk here where this becomes a grift-filled PPP, where gov't takes all the risk and Bay St. soaks up risk-free profits. globalnews.ca/news/11647297/…

@MikePMoffatt @brendanwhitsitt Mike, here’s an article I helped out with last year that attempts to address how to create a more conducive environment for pensions to invest in gvt projects. There’s an affordable housing example from the Netherlands that might be of interest: icpmnetwork.com/wp-content/upl…

@brendanwhitsitt Right, but they're specifically talking about running it through BCH, which involves government picking the projects.

Honoured to conclude Canada’s presidency of the @WFP Board after a year of collaboration and shared achievements with a focus on lives saved and changed. Je remercie mes collègues pour leur engagement. Un ottimo momento per riflettere e guardare al futuro. #MultilateralismWorks

"Consensus might no longer be possible. If it is, the work of building one will need to be outsourced to institutions that can resist the political fray."

Jeff is a constant reminder of the importance of honesty, hard work, service and community. Wishes you continued good health this year and always.

“In its journalism and in its mission, ⁦@the_logic⁩ has always focused on looking ahead, and on the country Canada has the potential to be.” More of this in 2926 please! thelogic.co/commentary/let…

"You need to believe in the importance of competition in the organization of our economic affairs. You need to believe that this is the right way. That’s not hard." Boswell is a legend. Great interview.

Colleen Jones asked me to interview her a couple of months ago during a chemotherapy appointment. She told me to write one heck of a story. I hope I did her proud. About always believing something wonderful is about to happen. My tribute to Colleen: cbc.ca/sports/olympic…

Hey everyone, I’m moving over to Substack, for obvious reasons. Here is my first, longer piece. On the HBC art auction happening today in Yorkville. Just in time for the Holidays - art that celebrates colonial oppression and the domination of Indigenous Peoples. @tanyatalaga/note/c-178896235?r=6ih3nm&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">substack.com/@tanyatalaga/n…

My pick to win

@CherylFull They were curious how you were feeling after going to 100+ games this year. I wonder the same. :)

@AlisonLoat I love B & B!!! Let’s Go Jays! One more win!

The #BlueJays came up short Friday night, but it wasn’t due to a lack of effort - just couldn’t bring guys home when they had the chance. Gausman shoved - but again no run support . I don’t think I’ve ever experienced our anthem 🇨🇦 like tonight, even on Canada Day. #WantItAll

Fantastic idea from @AlisonLoat. I’ll throw Warlords into the mix. What a loss to Canada and the study of our history. Rest in peace Dr. Cook.

Very sad. In his honour I encourage everyone to buy and read at least one book of Cdn history. JDMS, I and many others can suggest titles but perhaps start with Cook’s The Fight for History. RIP.