September 4, 2026
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#1429 Is The New York Times Taking Over Canadian News?
Canadians are increasingly getting their news from the New York Times. 
San Grewal
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James Nicholson
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Caleb Thompson
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Tristan Capacchione
Senior Production Supervisor
Jesse Brown
Host & Publisher

As the NYT increases its global footprint, growing to over 3 million international subscribers, Canada remains its largest international market. 

 

With its expansion of staff and Canadian coverage, The Times is competing for scoops with outlets like The Globe and Mail and CBC. 

 

Will an American outlet eventually dominate Canadian news? 

 

Host: San Grewal

Credits: James Nicholson (Producer),  Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checker), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)

Guest: Morgan Campbell

 

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