In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed ongoing trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S., the impact of parental social media use on children, Sportsnet’s recent service increase, a new fitness trend, how communities respond to incidents of violent crime, the ongoing postal worker strike, boosting physical literacy in newcomer children, improving police watchdog agencies, the benefits and affordability of summer camp and the increased popularity of Ontario wines. The Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute’s (CCOVI) initiative to provide new opportunities for the wine industry and Brock’s national ranking among Forbes’ Best Employers for Company Culture list were also featured in the media.

Canada’s Carney talked tough on Trump — now some say he’s backing down: Professor of Political Science Blayne Haggart spoke to CNN News about a new 35 per cent tariff on Canadian goods being threatened by the U.S. He also spoke about the evolving relationship between the two countries on 610 CKTB’s Searching for Solutions and his thoughts on the topic were featured in BBC News.

Social media and cell phone use skewing parent’s connection with their children: Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk spoke to CBC news stations across the country, including CBC Radio One, CBC Mainstreet and CBC Radio One Toronto, about how children are affected by their parents’ social media use.

Professor questions value as Sportsnet Premium streaming price jumps 30 per cent: Associate Professor of Sport Management Mike Naraine spoke to the Canadian Press about Sportsnet’s recent rate hike for subscribers. Coverage was featured in outlets across the country, such as CP24, CTV News, The Toronto Star, City News, 630 CHED, The Lethbridge Herald, The Brandon Sun and The Winnipeg Free Press.

‘Japanese walking’ a fun way for some to boost their health: Professor of Kinesiology Stephen Cheung spoke to CBC News Network, CBC Radio One and CBC Radio Canada about a new exercise trend gaining momentum on TikTok.

Community impact of violent crime: Adjunct Professor of Sociology and Criminology Jeffrey Bradley spoke to CBC News Network about the recent fatal shooting of an innocent bystander in Hamilton.

Workers ordered to vote on Canada Post’s ‘final’ contract offer starting Monday: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to The Globe and Mail and The Toronto Star about Canada Post’s most recent contract offer to its workers.

Brock research looks to improve physical literacy and police oversight processes: Associate Professor of Child and Youth Studies Matt Kwan spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about his new SSHRC-funded research to boost physical literacy among newcomer children. Assistant Professor of Political Science Danielle McNabb also spoke to Newstalk 610 CKTB about her SSHRC-funded research into police oversight agencies, which was also featured in Oakville News.

In a perfect world, every kid would go to summer camp: Associate Professor of Recreation and Leisure Studies Erin Sharpe and Professor of Recreation and Leisure Studies Tim O’Connell spoke to Closer Look podcast and Newstalk 610 CKTB, respectively, about the physical health benefits of summer camp. Coverage of the topic was also featured in Pelham Today.

The ultimate cellar for tasting Canadian wines opens at Brock University: The relaunch of the Canadian Wine Library at CCOVI was featured in Academica and The Burlington Gazette. Professor of Marketing and Consumer Psychology and CCOVI Fellow Antonia Mantonakis also spoke to AM 980 about the increased market share of Ontario wines since the launch of trade war. Coverage of the topic was also featured in Wine Business Monthly, Giant FM, Niagara-at-Large and Pelham Today.

Brock ranked among Canada’s Best Employers for Company Culture by Forbes: The University’s top ranking for its commitment to workplace excellence was highlighted by Curiocity Canada, Academica, Narcity Canada and Narcity Quebec.