In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed the 2025 Canadian federal election, proposals to shorten teacher education programs in Ontario, cellphone use in Quebec schools, cannabis regulation in Canada, the launch of official “Trump 2028” merchandise and the search for a new pope. 

Canadian federal election brings high voter turnout, surprises: Associate Professor of Political Science Stefan Dolgert spoke to CBC News about the key ridings to watch in the federal election. He also spoke to CHCH News about the NDP’s results at the polls and Donald Trump’s impact on the election campaign as well as to Newstalk 610 CKTB about predictions for the aftermath of the campaign. Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to The Toronto Star about the evolving battle between political parties to earn the union vote and Professor Emeritus David Siegel spoke to the St. Catharines Standard about the results of the campaign in the Niagara region.  

Call to shorten teacher education program: Professor of Educational Studies David Hutchison spoke to CBC Metro Morning Live about the push for shortening the length of teacher education programs in Ontario. 

Curbing cellphones in classrooms: Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk spoke to CTV News about the expansion of an existing ban on cellphones in Quebec schools.

Dope schtick: cannabis lattes anyone? Lessons from Canada about how drug law reform could work: Associate Professor of Operations Research Michael Armstrong spoke to The Citizen about recreational cannabis use and the evolution of the cannabis market in Canada.

Historical insights as Trump eyes third presidential term: Associate Professor of Political Science Pascal Lupien spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about similarities in Donald Trump’s political ambitions seen throughout history.

How has the process for electing a new pope changed over time?: Associate Professor of History Colin Rose spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about the history of the papal conclave in the wake of Pope Francis’ death.