Mark Gollom

Senior Reporter

Mark Gollom is a Toronto-based reporter with CBC News. He covers Canadian and U.S. politics and current affairs.

Latest from Mark Gollom

Why Anaida Poilievre has taken on an 'outsized role' in her husband's campaign

Pierre Poilievre's wife Anaida Poilievre has been playing a significant role in the campaign as an effective booster of her husband, a potential softener of his image — but also a key political adviser.

Carney pledges $150M boost to 'underfunded' CBC

Liberal Leader Mark Carney said on Friday that his government would provide an initial $150-million annual funding increase to CBC and Radio-Canada as part of a new mandate for the public broadcaster.
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Why Doug Ford may find there's little to be gained by campaigning for Poilievre

Pierre Poilievre said he hasn't approached Doug Ford for campaign help. Ford indicated he won't be offering up public support for any candidates. Why won't these two conservative leaders join forces?

Carney set up a blind trust, screens to avoid conflicts of interest. Is that enough?

When Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre accused Mark Carney this week of being beholden to China, it raised questions as to whether the former board chair of Brookfield Asset Management, who may currently hold millions of dollars worth of stock in the company, has done enough to avoid potential conflicts.

'Buy Canadian' Reddit post becomes secret ingredient to help save Ontario condiment business

The secret ingredient to help save Shenul Williams's small Pickering, Ont., condiment business was a healthy dash of Canadian patriotism.

Some countries aren't retaliating against Trump's tariffs. Should Canada 'turn the other cheek'?

Faced with tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, some countries have decided, so far, to respond by turning the other cheek, and not retaliate with their own duties.

Here's why Elon Musk has lost billions (and is still the richest person in the world)

While Tesla CEO Elon Musk isn't in any danger of struggling to make ends meet, his wealth has taken a significant hit recently as shares of the electric vehicle company tumble on the stock market. Some analysts say it's an indication that Musk's controversial comments and connection to the Trump administration are having an impact on his personal riches.

He's the face of Trump's tariffs. But 9/11 attacks put Howard Lutnick on the national stage

Canadians may know U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick as the face of Donald Trump's tariffs. But nearly 25 years ago, he became a national figure when more than 650 employees of his Wall Street firm located in the World Trade Center were killed on Sept. 11, 2001.

The trade war is here. You'll notice it at the grocery store first

Canadians' wallets will likely be the victim of a prolonged trade war with the U.S., with the prices on consumer goods potentially rising over the next weeks, some analysts say.

Smaller Tory mandate than hoped for, no seat for Crombie and other takeaways from the Ont. election

While Doug Ford and his Progressive Conservatives' third majority win was obviously the most significant development of this week's Ontario election, it had other political ramifications. Here are some of the other key takeaways.