Publication Overview

Launched in October 2003, The Walrus is Canada’s thought-leader magazine –a general interest publication that informs and engages opinion-leaders by offering sophisticated, in-depth journalism on topics ranging from politics and the economy to technology and the arts. The Walrus also entertains –fiction, poetry, puzzles, visual arts, and a wry sense of humour reward readers seeking a quality experience.

The Walrus enters its fourth year with a paid circulation of 60,000, a remarkable achievement. We have attracted readers who are sophisticated, highly educated, affluent, and difficult to reach through mainstream media. They are community-minded, quality-seeking opinion leaders who appreciate intelligent, thought-provoking, long-form journalism and investigative reporting. In addition to publishing a monthly magazine, The Walrus Foundation also has an interactive website, hosts conferences and seminars, sponsors literary events across Canada, and runs a first-rate editorial and art internship program.

Through all of these activities, our goal is to inform, educate, and encourage discussion and debate on issues of importance to Canadians. The Walrus is building a community of opinion - leaders, and creating a forum for discussing Canada’s place in the world. We invite you to participate inthis mission. Your support is essential to our continued success.