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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

Stolen Coquitlam vehicle found in Surrey with firearm, can of fuel inside

Stolen Coquitlam vehicle found in Surrey with firearm, can of fuel inside

RCMP's auto crime team also found a jerrycan full of fuel in the vehicle, which was plundered from Coquitlam in November 2022.
Targeted Coquitlam shooting victim in 'critical condition'

Targeted Coquitlam shooting victim in 'critical condition'

Coquitlam RCMP are turning focus to a vehicle fire connected to the incident as the four-door sedan was also believed to be stolen.
Photos + Video: One seriously injured from 'targeted' Coquitlam shooting

Photos + Video: One seriously injured from 'targeted' Coquitlam shooting

A man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries as police investigate the "brazen" incident, as well as Coquitlam vehicle fire believed to be related.
Former Coquitlam Little League treasurer charged with fraud

Former Coquitlam Little League treasurer charged with fraud

Terri Michael will be in Port Coquitlam provincial court this month in connection to a loss of more than $150,000 from the local baseball organization's account.
Port Moody's Tyson Venegas is halfway to becoming the next American Idol

Port Moody's Tyson Venegas is halfway to becoming the next American Idol

The Port Moody teen — and his incredible pipes — has coasted through the show's 21st season, bringing the celebrity judges to their feet every time.
Video: One-armed Port Coquitlam musician wows Canada's Got Talent judges

Video: One-armed Port Coquitlam musician wows Canada's Got Talent judges

Jack Thomas lost his right arm in a work accident in 2015, but that didn't stop the Terry Fox Secondary grad from rocking his heart out.
Ryan Reynolds' tribute shirt for Port Coquitlam hero raises $1M in pre-sale funds

Ryan Reynolds' tribute shirt for Port Coquitlam hero raises $1M in pre-sale funds

The milestone is reached on the same day Terry Fox started his Marathon of Hope 43 years ago.
'Egregious' Port Moody speedster nearly clocks triple the city limit — 144 km/h in a 50 zone

'Egregious' Port Moody speedster nearly clocks triple the city limit — 144 km/h in a 50 zone

This driver was in a hurry along Port Moody's Barnet Highway, but it cost them $483 and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.
'Big Apple' holiday on Port Coquitlam $100K winner's wish list

'Big Apple' holiday on Port Coquitlam $100K winner's wish list

Building a dream home is also on Gregory Edge's radar after recently claiming six figures off a scratch-and-win ticket.
BC SPCA launches $800K jackpot for annual spring lottery fundraiser

BC SPCA launches $800K jackpot for annual spring lottery fundraiser

It's the largest-ever 50/50 draw for the provincial organization, set to help rescue and feed thousands of vulnerable animals.
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