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Chris Ragan on the U.S. Federal Reserve System | The Line

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 19:55:23 +0000

January 20, 2026 | On The Line, Chris Ragan breaks down the threatened criminal indictment of U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. He explains why central bank independence is crucial for controlling inflation and warns that political interference may boost the economy in the short term but risks higher long-term inflation. He also highlights Canada's model, where the Bank of Canada remains operationally independent, as a potential guide amid rising U.S. political pressure.

Vincent Rigby on the Unlikely U.S. Invasion of Canada | National Post

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:31:55 +0000

January 20, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the National Post to discuss Canada's options in the unlikely event of a U.S. military attack on Canada. Rigby emphasized that a U.S. invasion would be considered low-probability but would have a very high impact. He called U.S. President Donald Trump's provocative posts about Canada "destabilizing" but part of a broader strategic playbook, rather than evidence of a threat.

Vincent Rigby on Canada's Response to Trump's Aggresive Pursuit of Greenland | KPFA

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:02:04 +0000

January 22, 2026 | Vincent Rigby spoke on KPFA to discuss the implications of U.S. interest in Greenland for Canada. Rigby noted that while the U.S. has a longstanding military presence in Greenland and could, in theory, seize it, such a move would raise serious questions for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Taylor Owen's Report to the AI Strategic Task Force | The Globe and Mail

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:41:21 +0000

January 22, 2026 | Taylor Owen recently submitted a report to the Minister of AI and Digital Innovation with recommendations on democratic governance and safety in his capacity as a member of Canada's AI Strategy Task Force.

He emphasized online platforms' responsibility to inform consumers when using AI to generate material. He further discussed the significant harm that AI chatbots can inflict on young people, including manipulating users and spreading disinformation.

Vincent Rigby on Defending Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty | Montreal Gazette

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:52:55 +0000

January 21, 2026 | Vincent Rigby recently spoke to the Montreal Gazette on the rising U.S. rhetoric under President Donald Trump, underscoring the need for Canada to strengthen its Arctic defences.

Vincent Rigby on Contingency Planning | Global News

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:18:29 +0000

January 20, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined Global News to discuss Canada's military contingency plans amid the shifting relationship with the United States. Rigby said the Canadian Armed Forces routinely examines a range of threat scenarios, including those involving allies. Rigby noted that the very need to contemplate such scenarios shows how dramatically the global security environment has changed, and that it is time to reflect on Canada's place within it.

Jennifer Welsh on Canada's Trade and Economic Strategy | The Canadian Press

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:33:51 +0000

January 22, 2026 | As the federal Cabinet meets in Quebec City, Director Jennifer Welsh said ministers must move from broad commitments to concrete plans for diversifying Canada's trade and strengthening the economy. Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty, she emphasized the need to define what meaningful international partnerships will look like in practice.

Knowledge Production and Gender Justice in Post-Conflict Africa

admin — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:14:04 +0000

Anil Wasif on Zohran Mamdani’s Municipal Supermarkets | Policy Magazine

chantay.alexander@mcgill.ca — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:00:05 +0000

January 4, 2026 | In Policy Magazine, Max Bell School advisory board member and MPP '21 Anil Wasif discusses Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor of New York City, and his $60 million pilot project that aims to establish municipal supermarkets across each borough. The project aims to address the growing public concern of high grocery prices.

Kyle Matthews Warns Against Turning to China Amid U.S. Uncertainty | Policy Magazine

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:11:30 +0000

January 19, 2025 | In Policy Magazine, Kyle Matthews argues that while Donald Trump poses a serious threat to Canada's economic security and sovereignty, turning toward China as a counterweight is a dangerous mistake. Matthews, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Montréal Institute for Global Security, contends that Beijing is not a neutral alternative to an unstable United States but a systemic authoritarian challenger that undermines democratic governance.

Cheryl Oates Appointed as Chief of Staff for Premier of British Columbia

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:33:53 +0000

January 14, 2026 | Cheryl Oates was recently appointed as the Interim Chief of Staff for British Columbia Premier David Eby.

As Interim Chief of Staff, Oates will act as the Premier's strategic right-hand, managing the Premier's office and coordinating government-wide policy and initiatives. She will be responsible for overseeing the office's operations and political staff to advance the government's goals and ensure the Premier's priorities are met across ministries.

Jennifer Welsh on The New World Order | The Herle Burly

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:39:20 +0000

Director Jennifer Welsh joined The Herle Burly podcast to discuss the implications of Prime Minister Carney’s recent trip to China.

Welsh argues that while a “New World Order” is indeed emerging, the real question is what form it will ultimately take. She emphasized that U.S. foreign policy is undergoing a deeper shift that extends beyond Donald Trump, and that even with a potential administration change in Washington, a return to past models of U.S. leadership is unlikely.

Vincent Rigby on the Evolving Role of National Security and Intelligence Advisor | CDA Institute

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:27:55 +0000

January 15, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the CDA Institution alongside Dr. Adam Chapnick to discuss the evolving role of the National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Canadian Prime Minister and the challenges it faces today. Rigby reflected on the gap in the literature regarding the role's history and assigned responsibilities, and the necessary need to track its progression in an unsettled global security environment.

PERL Launch Event: Health Crises in an Era of Autocracy, Disinformation, and Shifting Geopolitical Risks

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:30:20 +0000

WHEN: Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
WHERE: ��ɫ��Ƶ Faculty Club Ballroom - 3450 rue McTavish, Montreal, QC

The International Rule of Law in Troubled Times

admin — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:09:59 +0000