

Andrew Willis
Business columnist for The Globe's Report on Business, offering insights into Canadian business and politics.
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Sep 24, 2024 • 23min
The behind-the-scenes look at how Rogers took over Toronto sports
Andrew Willis, a columnist for The Globe and Mail, dives into Rogers Communications' $4.7 billion acquisition of BCE’s stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, making them the majority owner of Toronto's major sports teams. He reveals the financial mechanics behind the deal and the motivations driving Bell to sell. Willis also discusses the regulatory hurdles Rogers faced, the influence of Edward Rogers' legacy, and the potential for fans to invest in their favorite teams in the future.

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Mar 12, 2025 • 22min
Pierre Poilievre’s problems with corporate Canada
Andrew Willis, a business columnist for The Globe, shares his insights on Pierre Poilievre's unconventional relationship with Canada's corporate elite. He delves into Poilievre's rare public criticisms of business leaders and how this populist approach might affect Canada's economic landscape. The discussion highlights the crucial need for collaboration between politicians and businesses during economic uncertainty. Willis also contrasts Poilievre's strategies with those of Justin Trudeau, revealing the complexity of navigating corporate relations in modern politics.