NRI Althia Raj - Canadian Political Journalist and Commentator
'NRI Althia Raj' is a prominent Canadian political journalist known for her insightful analysis and extensive coverage of national politics. Currently, she serves as a national columnist for the Toronto Star and hosts the political podcast It’s Political. Raj is also a regular panelist on CBC’s flagship political segment, At Issue, featured on The National
Early Life and Education
Born in Ontario, Canada, Raj comes from a diverse background—her father is of Indian descent and immigrated to Canada for his Ph.D., while her mother is French Canadian . She pursued her higher education at McGill University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Canadian Studies and Political Science in 2004 .
Journalism Career
Raj's journalism career spans nearly two decades. She began as a producer for CBC Radio’s The House and later worked as a network producer for CTV. She also served as a national political reporter for Postmedia News and QMI/Sun Media .
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In 2011, Raj joined HuffPost Canada as the Ottawa Bureau Chief and senior editorial manager. During her tenure, she managed the Quebec City bureau and hosted the political podcast Follow-Up. Her team conducted live town halls with key political figures, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau .
Raj has also played significant roles in political debates, serving as a co-moderator for the 2019 federal election debate, the 2018 Ontario PC leadership debate, and the 2017 federal NDP leadership debate .
Awards and Recognition
Raj's contributions to journalism have been widely recognized. She has been consistently ranked among the top 100 most influential people in Canadian politics by The Hill Times since 2015 . In 2022, she received the John Wesley Dafoe Prize for Politics from the National Newspaper Awards for her coverage of the Liberal’s 2021 election campaign and the internal dynamics of the Conservative caucus that led to Erin O’Toole’s removal as leader .
Personal Life and Community Involvement
Raj maintains a private personal life, and details about her marital status are not publicly confirmed . Beyond journalism, she is actively involved in the community. She serves on the Board of Trustees of the McGill Institute for the Study of Canada and is a volunteer board member with the Ottawa Art Gallery. Additionally, she co-founded apt613.ca, an award-winning Ottawa-Gatineau arts and culture blog .
NRI Althia Raj continues to be a significant voice in Canadian political journalism, offering in-depth analysis and fostering public understanding of national affairs.
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