In recent media appearances, Brock University experts discussed a need for greater transparency from Hockey Canada, the health benefits of unplugging from digital devices, extreme weather events in Niagara, how prediction markets differ from gambling, why Canadians are choosing homegrown over Californian wine, tension within Canada’s largest public sector union, cannabis market competition in Alberta, workplace accommodations and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on human connection.

Also covered in the media was Brock research focused on the environmental impact of climate change on Canada’s North.

Greater accountability, transparency needed to see positive changes in hockey culture: Professor of Sports Management Taylor McKee discussed hockey culture with Global News Morning after Hockey Canada upheld suspensions for four members of Canada’s 2018 World Junior hockey team. He was also a guest on Canada Talks to discuss the interaction of society and sport in relation to Hockey Canada.

Unplugging for mental health: Associate Professor of Recreation and Leisure Studies Erin Sharpe appeared on In the Key of C on CBC Radio to discuss how people unplug from digital and social media to pursue well-being.

Niagara is not out of the woods yet for extreme weather: Professor of Biological Sciences Liette Vasseur spoke with the St. Catharines Standard about the role climate change plays in extreme weather events and the ongoing need to prepare for them. Professor of Geography and Tourism Studies Michael Pisaric explained to CBC News how the recent heavy rain events in Niagara differed from typical thunderstorms.

Prediction markets a zero-sum game: Professor of Finance Ernest Biktimirov joined Just Asking on CBC Radio to answer questions from listeners about prediction markets in Canada.

California’s wine industry feeling effect of provincial bans on U.S. alcohol: Professor of Marketing and Consumer Psychology Antonia Mantonakis shared insights with the National Post into the role identity plays in influencing consumer choices. The article also appeared in publications across the country, including the Edmonton Examiner and MSN Canada.

Lifetime ban for public sector union president: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke with the National Post about the challenges larger unions face trying to democratically manage a range of interest. This article also appeared in other publications across the country, including the Calgary Herald and Yahoo News.

Movement in the cannabis market in Alberta: Professor of Operations Research Michael Armstrong joined Panorama on Radio-Canada to discuss an American cannabis company’s recent takeover bid for an Alberta-based competitor.

What recent decisions on remote work, vaccines mean for public servants with similar grievances: Associate Professor of Labour Studies Alison Braley-Rattai weighed in on recent labour board decisions and accommodation law principles in the Ottawa Citizen. The article was also shared by Yahoo News.

With AI, are people losing their natural voice: Assistant Professor of Organizational Communication Kate Cassidy spoke to Canadian HR Reporter about the impact of technology on shaping human connection.

Research shows the vast impact climate change has had on Canada’s North: Associate Professor of Geography and Tourism Studies Kevin Turner’s research showing the environmental impact of climate change on the Yukon was featured in the NOTL Local and Niagara at Large.