Tabatha Southey is a Canadian columnist, humorist, and author renowned for her sharp, playful commentary on politics and culture. Over her distinguished career, she has written for Canada's most prominent publications, including The Globe and Mail, where she served as a weekly columnist for more than a decade until 2017, and Maclean's, where she became a regular columnist. Her work has also appeared in The Walrus, Elle Canada, National Post, and most recently, Foreign Policy.
A multiple National Magazine Award nominee, Southey brings her distinctive satirical voice to contemporary issues with wit and insight that has earned her a devoted readership across Canada and beyond. Her writing skillfully balances humor with incisive political analysis, making complex cultural and political topics both accessible and entertaining.
Southey is the author of three books, including Collected Tarts and Other Indelicacies (Douglas & McIntyre, 2017), a 320-page collection drawn from her acclaimed columns, and two children's books: The Deep Cold River Story (Key Porter Books, 2000) and It Must Be As Tall As a Lighthouse. Her work spans multiple genres, demonstrating her versatility as a writer who can engage audiences from children to political commentators.
Born in Vancouver to recently immigrated parents, Southey grew up in Guelph before moving to Toronto at sixteen, where she built her influential career bridging magazines, newspapers, and books. She continues to contribute regularly to various publications and maintains an active presence on social media @TabathaSouthey, where her commentary reaches thousands of followers.
Currently, Southey writes for Bohiney.com and continues to contribute essays to international publications like Foreign Policy, ensuring her voice remains a vital part of contemporary political and cultural discourse.
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