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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 B.C. wildfire season.

He's worked for media outlets in Abbotsford, Surrey, the Tri-Cities and Prince George before joining Vancouver Is Awesome, 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

Here's when you can cast a ballot early in the Vancouver byelection

Here's when you can cast a ballot early in the Vancouver byelection

City hall is hosting a pair of advanced voting stations ahead of decision day, April 5.
All-Canadian company brings top Disney, Hollywood musicals to Vancouver

All-Canadian company brings top Disney, Hollywood musicals to Vancouver

Magic carpets, witches and Jiminy Cricket. These are a few of our favourite things.
This East Vancouver bakery's window was smashed. It needs help to fix the damage

This East Vancouver bakery's window was smashed. It needs help to fix the damage

Kanadell is hoping the community can come to its rescue after the "senseless act of violence."
Photos: Luxury EVs, very fast hypercar highlight Vancouver International Auto Show

Photos: Luxury EVs, very fast hypercar highlight Vancouver International Auto Show

Got about $3 million in your pocket for the world's fastest production vehicle?
Teen arrested in alleged stabbing of a Vancouver taxi driver

Teen arrested in alleged stabbing of a Vancouver taxi driver

The driver was taken to hospital Tuesday night, March 18.
Tesla removed as participant in 2025 Vancouver International Auto Show

Tesla removed as participant in 2025 Vancouver International Auto Show

The decision was for "the safety of attendees, exhibitors, and staff."
Safety alert: Vancouver company recalls chicken product with undeclared wheat

Safety alert: Vancouver company recalls chicken product with undeclared wheat

Did you recently buy Legends Haul's Chicken Pesto Parm Sausage?
John Legend's next Vancouver show to celebrate debut album's 20th anniversary

John Legend's next Vancouver show to celebrate debut album's 20th anniversary

The 13-time Grammy Award-winner will play Rogers Arena in December.
Why the first day of spring in Vancouver may look a little grey(ish)

Why the first day of spring in Vancouver may look a little grey(ish)

Don't put away the raincoat just yet.
Here's why the Stanley Park Train will be 'offline for the foreseeable future'

Here's why the Stanley Park Train will be 'offline for the foreseeable future'

The Easter Train won't hit the tracks this season, much like the Bright Nights Christmas Train late last year.
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