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Kyle Balzer

Kyle Balzer

Kyle Balzer graduated with distinction from BCIT's Broadcast and Online Journalism program in 2016.

He has covered a variety of stories from education and Indigenous relations, to community interests and sports.

Kyle is a three-time award-winning journalist, including recognition from the BC Association of Broadcasters for his part in covering the 2017 BC wildfire season.

He's worked for media outlets in Abbotsford, Surrey and Prince George before joining the Tri-City News, and has visited six different countries in his lifetime, including Colombia and Ukraine.

He loves meeting new people, listening to unique stories, and diving into new experiences.

His wife, Jess, works for our sister publication at Burnaby NOW.

Twitter: @KyleBalzer

Recent Work by Kyle

New Douglas College program the first in B.C. to meet kinesiology standards

New Douglas College program the first in B.C. to meet kinesiology standards

The New Westminster post-secondary school says the diploma will align with requirements set by B.C.'s governing body for kinesiologists.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

There's no shortage of New Westminster outlets offering less than $2 per litre ahead of the May long weekend.
Man previously charged for robbery in New West wanted

Man previously charged for robbery in New West wanted

Warren David Bonsell, 55, is considered "unlawfully at large" and is sought by B.C. police.
Ordinary commute, extraordinary $500K payday for New West man

Ordinary commute, extraordinary $500K payday for New West man

Jeffory Frick took his mom out for nice birthday dinner and plans to buy an exotic car with his recent six-figure winnings.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Three New Westminster outlets are currently offering fuel for less than $2 per litre.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

New Westminster's average price for fuel has dropped to near $2 per litre.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Fuel prices are on the upswing in New Westminster, but it's lowest is one of the cheapest in all of Metro Vancouver.
Heavy rain heading for New West — including 20 mm on Thursday, Sunday

Heavy rain heading for New West — including 20 mm on Thursday, Sunday

While no formal warning is in effect, New Westminster could experience a significant amount of rainfall for the rest of the week.
New West non-profits awarded more than $57K in B.C. gaming grants

New West non-profits awarded more than $57K in B.C. gaming grants

Two New West organizations will soon deliver more programs and services as part of the latest list of these provincial funds.
Man wanted on six counts of theft previously charged in New West

Man wanted on six counts of theft previously charged in New West

B.C. police issued a warrant this week for a 59-year-old man who's known for crimes of theft, including past incidents in New Westminster.
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