Andrew Coyne

Award-winning Canadian journalist Andrew Coyne delivers insightful, provocative commentary on political and economic issues to Canadians across the country. The former national editor of Maclean’s, and currently a nationally syndicated columnist with Postmedia, Coyne’s topical and timely presentations are sure to ignite debate and discussion with every audience.

In addition to writing for Maclean’s and Postmedia, Coyne has been an editorial writer and columnist for the Financial Post, The Globe and Mail, and the Southam newspaper chain. He also writes regularly for a number of foreign publications and is a frequent commentator on radio and television—most famously as a panellist on CBC TV’s The National, for their popular “At Issue” segment.

Coyne is the winner of two National Newspaper Awards and is a four-time finalist in the National Magazine Awards. A past recipient of the Hyman Solomon Award for Excellence in Public Policy Journalism, he is also a Fellow of the School of Public Policy and Governance at the University of Toronto.

He received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and History from the University of Toronto, and a Master’s in Economics from the London School of Economics.

Speaking Presentations on Canada/US Relations, Economics, National & International Affairs, Politics & Current Events

Canada: Today and Tomorrow

Provocative, challenging and witty, Andrew Coyne shares his insights into the state of our nation, taking into account the pulse of the economy, politics and the social issues affecting our country now and into the future.

The Political Landscape: Where Are We Headed?

Currently a nationally syndicated columnist with Postmedia, Andrew Coyne’s journalism career has included positions with The National Post, Maclean’s, and the Globe and Mail. In addition, he has contributed to a wide range of other publications including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, National Review, and The Walrus. Coyne is also a long-time member of the CBC’s popular “At Issue” panel on The National.

Known for his insightful, provocative commentary, Coyne offers insights on the intersection between policy and politics — the economic and social policy challenges facing the country, and how well governments are facing up to them.

Six Challenges to Democracy

For over two decades, nationally syndicated political journalist Andrew Coyne has been delivering insightful, provocative commentary on the day’s biggest political and economic events.

In this timely presentation, Coyne engages audiences in a powerful conversation on the six biggest challenges facing democratic governments today, including a changed post-pandemic landscape, debt and inflation, an aging population, big geopolitical forces, climate change, and artificial intelligence. With deep long-term and multilateral effects, Coyne asks how we, as a species, can pull together to address the biggest challenges looming over our future.

Health Care Reform

Over the years, service delivery, technology and demographics have changed and the health system has evolved. The current sustainability crisis is presenting us with what is arguably an unprecedented opportunity to consider significant change. But from what to what? This session will look at the historical and changing role of each stakeholder in an integrated health system. What is their role in maintaining function while transitioning to an integrated system?

The State of Industry

In these customized presentations, Andrew offers up thought-provoking discussion on a range of subject matters. He’s covered many hot-button topics in his work as a journalist, gleaning plenty of insight on issues affecting key industries in Canada. Andrew conducts extensive research prior to each presentation, bringing hard-hitting data points to help connect the dots in a convincing manner.

The State of Journalism

Throughout his career in journalism, Andrew has seen plenty of change come about, turning the old industry thinking on its head. He shares his thoughts on such topics as:new technology, social media, protecting ones reputation as a journalist and preserving editorial freedom.

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