TORONTO – CTV News is adding an extra helping of U.S. politics to its plate after teaming up with new subscription-based news service Politico Pro Canada.
Created for business leaders and policy makers, Politico Pro Canada’s exclusive coverage focuses on federal and state policies that affect bilateral economic interests and government relations.
The collaboration will kick off on Friday, October 26 with a new, co-branded weekly segment on CTV News Channel’s daily political program Power Play that will focus on Canada-U.S. issues. The segment, called “Inside Washington with Politico Pro”, will see Politico Pro Canada reporters Alex Panetta and Lauren Gardner join CTV News Ottawa bureau chief Joyce Napier to discuss the most significant cross-border stories. Politico will also produce a range of exclusive stories and digital content on CTVNews.ca.
“We’re excited to launch this new partnership, a collaboration between two strong news organizations coming together to share valuable perspectives from both sides of the border,” said CTV News president Wendy Freeman, in the announcement. “At such a critical time for Canada-U.S. relations, Canadians can turn to CTV News for trusted political news and analysis that explores the most pressing issues facing the nation.”
“CTV News is Canada’s most-watched news network and we are thrilled to bring Politico Pro’s in-depth reporting on Canada-U.S. issues to audiences across the country,” added Politico Pro Canada executive director Luiza Ch. Savage. “Every day, our reporters go beyond the headlines to report key developments in Washington, D.C. and the states that affect Canadian businesses and government. Every week, this unique cross-border conversation will explore what it all means for Canadians.”
