Amanda Lang is a prominent Canadian business journalist, best known for her work on Bloomberg TV Canada and her former role as senior business correspondent for CBC News. However, her journey to success was not an easy one. Born on October 31, 1970 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Lang faced many challenges throughout her career, including gender discrimination and the struggle to balance work and motherhood.
Despite these obstacles, Lang persevered and became one of the most respected names in Canadian journalism. She graduated from the University of Manitoba with a degree in architecture, but soon realized her passion for journalism and pursued a Master of Journalism degree from the University of British Columbia.
Her first job was at The Globe and Mail as a reporter and later as the managing editor of ROBTV. In 2009, she joined CBC News as a senior business correspondent and quickly gained recognition for her insightful and informative reporting. She also hosted the popular business show The Exchange with Amanda Lang on CBC News Network.
Despite facing challenges and criticism throughout her career, Lang has remained a strong and influential voice in the world of Canadian business journalism. She has received numerous awards and accolades for her work, including a Gemini Award for her coverage of the 2008 financial crisis and a Gracie Award for her documentary The War on Wheat</