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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

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

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.

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: �� 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

Revitalization of Indigenous Justice in the Americas (North-Center-South)

admin — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:07:45 +0000

Join us for an intercultural dialogue bringing together Indigenous legal practitioners, community leaders, and human rights advocates from Canada, Mexico, and Peru to explore a fundamental question: What does justice mean

Gisèle Yasmeen on Inclusive Urban Food Systems | The Conversation

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:03:19 +0000

A co-authored article by Gisèle Yasmeen, alongside MPP students Julian Tayarah and Umme Salma, has been published in The Conversation. The article, titled "How street vendors and waste pickers can help cities manage growth," examines the often-overlooked role of informal urban livelihoods in building sustainable and equitable food systems.

ONLINE: Food Systems Transformation in Global Perspective: Challenges and Opportunities

chantay.alexander@mcgill.ca — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:16:20 +0000

Join the �� Alumni Public Policy Society for an insightful webinar exploring the challenges and opportunities of global food systems transformation.

Vincent Rigby on Unpacking the U.S. Strategy | The Globe and Mail

keith.baybayon@mcgill.ca — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:21:31 +0000

January 7, 2026 | Vincent Rigby joined the Globe and Mail to discuss the details of Trump's national security strategy and what it means for the U.S. government's next moves. Rigby notes that Trump's use of the Monroe Doctrine is a message that "toes the line" with other states in the Western Hemisphere, encouraging cooperation among its allies and the desire to expand that list of countries, even if it requires force.

Kyle Matthews on the Risks of U.S. Intervention in Venezuela | CTV News

isabela.sullivan@mcgill.ca — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:12:21 +0000

January 5, 2026 | Kyle Matthews spoke to CTV News about the United States’ recent military action in Venezuela, cautioning that the removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces sets a dangerous precedent for global sovereignty. Matthews, a senior fellow at the Institute for Global Security, said the operation, which included airstrikes and the capture of Maduro, signals a troubling shift in how powerful states engage with sovereign countries and could encourage similar interventions elsewhere.