Kevin Maimann

Digital Writer

Kevin Maimann is a senior writer for CBC News based in Edmonton. He has covered a wide range of topics for publications including VICE, the Toronto Star, Xtra Magazine and the Edmonton Journal. You can reach Kevin by email at kevin.maimann@cbc.ca.

Latest from Kevin Maimann

Canadian, eh? Why some Heinz ketchup bottles still say 'Product of USA'

The plot has thickened in the Justin Trudeau-Heinz ketchup controversy, as consumers with bottles that say “Product of USA” question how Canadian the popular condiment really is.

Kraft Heinz hits back at what it called Trudeau's 'misleading' comment about its Canadian ketchup

The ketchup giant is seeing red after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau brought up its past exit from Canada while discussing a potential Canada-U.S. trade war.

Bishop won't apologize for asking Donald Trump to have mercy on immigrants, trans Americans

A bishop who pleaded with U.S. president Donald Trump to have mercy on marginalized Americans has said she will not apologize after Trump lashed out at her on social media.

Canadian winter living up to its reputation as Arctic air chills Eastern provinces

A cold snap stretching from eastern Alberta to Atlantic Canada was in full swing Tuesday and Wednesday, in some cases straining power grids, but a brief reprieve from the extreme temperatures is expected this weekend.

Meta accused of pro-Trump bias after #Democrat hashtag blocked on Instagram

Meta is facing accusations of political bias after Democrat-related hashtags were hidden on its Instagram app following Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration Monday.

Trump pardons Jan. 6 rioters, ends Biden executive actions and withdraws from climate pact on Day 1

Donald Trump completed his stunning political comeback Monday when he was sworn in as the 47th U.S. president, during which he promised tariffs, deportations and a new approach to race and gender.

Unfamiliar with David Lynch? Here are his Top 5 must-see films and shows

For those unfamiliar with Lynch’s work and looking for a starting point, here are five of his most well known and highly acclaimed movies and shows, in chronological order.

Why American 'TikTok refugees' are flocking to Chinese app RedNote

American and Chinese social media users are bonding on social media app RedNote in an ironic twist that could backfire on the U.S. government's plan to ban TikTok. So-called 'TikTok refugees' are flocking to Chinese app RedNote for its similar format and being welcomed with open arms.

Drake sues record label for defamation over Kendrick Lamar diss track

Toronto rap superstar Drake is suing his record label, Universal Music Group (UMG), over rival Kendrick Lamar's diss track Not Like Us.

TikTok creators nervous, angry as U.S. ban expected Jan. 19

A looming U.S. TikTok ban is starting to sink in for content creators whose livelihoods rely on the popular video app. The ban is expected to take effect on Jan. 19, after the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Friday about the move following months of debate.