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Your very own survival guide for our monopolized times. Do Not Pass Go is a weekly podcast and newsletter from veteran journalist Peter Nowak, reporting on and exposing corporate concentration and monopoly issues in Canada. www.donotpassgo.ca

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One question we often ask in these parts is what can the average person do about monopolies and oligopolies? The answers vary depending on the situation, ranging from boycotts of products and services to shareholder activism and even political action... more

Many of us see supposed discounts every day – products in flyers or on websites where the “regular” price is crossed out and replaced by a supposed sale price: a vacuum that is normally $599 is now $499, or a pair of pants that usually sells for $99,... more

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Payouts in the class-action lawsuit against Loblaw for its role in the Great Canadian Bread Price-Fixing Scandal are now going out, which is great news… but also not.

The $49.11 deposits, being paid out to those who registered for the lawsuit, are a... more

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Canada has some of the most expensive elevators in the world — and as a result, we have far fewer of them per capita than most countries in the world.

It’s a symptom of a much larger problem involving regulation, competition, housing affordability ... more

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Matthew Chiasson
Senior Policy Advisor at the Competition Bureau
Competition Bureau
Episode: When Algorithms Set the Price: The Future of Consumer Deception
Keldon Bester
Executive Director of the Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project
Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project
Episode: The Bread Price-Fixing Scandal is Far From Over
Stephen Smith
Executive Director of the Center for Building in North America
Center for Building in North America
Episode: Inside the Elevator Oligopoly Reshaping Canadian Cities
Jacob Filipp
Marketing professional in Toronto tracking and exposing covenants in grocery real estate
Self, jacobfilipp.com
Episode: The Hidden Real Estate Tactic Driving Up Grocery Prices
Lawson Hunter
Chief author of the Competition Act and former competition commissioner
Former Commissioner, Competition Bureau; Stikeman Elliott alumnus
Episode: The Competition Act Turns 40: What Canada Has Right – and Wrong
Rollie Pemberton
Cadence Weapon, Polaris prize-winning rapper and author
Cadence Weapon / Polaris Prize
Episode: Big Tech is "Trying To Gentrify Music"
Alexander Martin
Independent video game developer and self-described computer artist from Toronto
Private plaintiff in Martin v Google, Apple case
Episode: The Man Who Sued Google
Arshy Mann
Journalist and co-host/partner in reporting on competition and monopoly issues in Canada
Canadaland (and related outlets)
Episode: Six Months and 1,000 Subscribers: Celebrating Do Not Pass Go Milestones!
Spencer Callaghan
Director of Branded Communications for the Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA)
CIRA
Episode: Own Your Future: Why Businesses Can’t Afford to Rely on Online Platforms Anymore

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Peter Nowak
Veteran journalist and host of the show; focuses on monopoly issues in Canada and investigative reporting on corporate concentration.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great show

    Thank you for holding big tech accountable to Canadians

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brand.01
    Canada5 months ago
  • Fantastic show!

    I really enjoy learning from Peter’s guests as they are clearly well-qualified experts in their fields. This is such a great show as it reveals just how much we need to change the operating system of our economy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pavan Sodhan
    Canada7 months ago

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Guests are consistently well-qualified and bring in-depth knowledge to competition topics.
Listeners appreciate the host's commitment to accountability and expert guests.
The show's focus on practical implications for consumers makes it a valuable resource for policymakers and industry observers.

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#123
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Does Canada Still Need Giants to Survive?
Q: What are your actual thoughts about Canada's oligopolies in a general sense?
The guest emphasizes modernizing competition policy to foster innovation and balance national sovereignty with needed foreign investment, while recognizing the limitations of incremental reforms in deeply entrenched sectors.
The Bread Price-Fixing Scandal is Far From Over
Q: So can you recap the story for us so far and where do we have to go from here?
Keldon explains that Loblaw admitted involvement to the Competition Bureau, triggering leniency in exchange for cooperation, with ongoing investigations and multiple class actions; the recent $500 million settlement is just one piece, and there's uncertainty about other participants and future penalties.
Big Tech is "Trying To Gentrify Music"
Q: Why is the album format still valuable in an era of singles and playlists?
Albums offer a hero's journey and a deeper artistic statement that goes beyond algorithmic hook optimization; for some artists, the album remains essential to artistic integrity and audience connection.
Big Tech is "Trying To Gentrify Music"
Q: How do you see the future of streaming and its impact on artists and pricing?
Streaming may push platforms toward exclusivity and original content, potentially raising prices and shifting leverage away from mid-sized artists; this could also empower independent and underground artists if larger labels reevaluate streaming economics.
Big Tech is "Trying To Gentrify Music"
Q: What is your prescribed action item list for the average person to push back against concentration in music?
Support artists directly by purchasing from their official sites, attend and promote DIY shows, and look for direct-to-fan engagement like Substack or Patreon rather than funneling money through large promoters.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Do Not Pass Go

What is Do Not Pass Go about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on how corporate concentration and monopolistic practices shape everyday life in Canada, often translating into higher prices, reduced choices, and limited competition. Episodes frequently feature policymakers, economists, lawyers, and industry insiders discussing antitrust issues, deregulation, and potential public-interest reforms, with a strong emphasis on consumer rights and retail, telecom, media, and entertainment sectors. A standout angle is the commitment to critical, data-informed conversations about systemic barriers to competition, including regulatory debates, legal challenges, and real-world impacts on everyday Canadians. The format often blends interviews with experts and case studies, offering listeners a pra... more

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