Ben Spurr

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Preston's Summary

Ben Spurr is a city hall reporter at the Toronto Star. He covers a diverse range of topics including transportation and mobility, regional interest, and world news, with a particular focus on Toronto and Canada. His work has been featured in various publications such as The Welland Tribune, Waterloo Region Record, and The Hamilton Spectator.

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Geo Focus

Toronto, Canada (Local)

Coverage Attributes:

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Government Announcement: 46 %
Legal Policy Regulation: 19 %
Cites Data: 7 %
Press Release: 7 %
Evolving Stories: 6 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Labor Laws
  • Labor Markets
  • Layoffs
  • Public Transportation
  • Transportation Policy & Regulation

Pitching Insights

Ben Spurr's coverage primarily focuses on local government and politics in Toronto, particularly around housing, infrastructure, and mayoral policies. To effectively reach out to him, tailor pitches that provide insights into Toronto's political landscape, developments in housing policies or infrastructure projects within the city.

Sources who can offer expert commentary on local governance issues in Toronto or have a deep understanding of municipal-level policy making are likely to be well received by Ben. Additionally, offering exclusive data related to the topics covered such as housing statistics or infrastructure development plans could also capture his interest.

Given his focus on the local area and its governance, consider proposing stories with an angle specifically relevant to Toronto's political environment while showcasing potential impacts at both the community and city-wide levels.

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