Karina Zapata

Calgary

Reporter and Associate Producer at CBRT-TV (Calgary, AB)

reporter @CBCCalgary | she/her | dachshund mom | story tips? [email protected]

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Densification, population growth remain major challenges for Calgary Fire Department

1 week ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgary·NewThough it saw a slight decrease in emergency calls last year, the Calgary Fire Department continues to feel the pressures of working in a growing city, as densification creates new challenges for firefighters.
Calgary event centre dodges tariff bullet for now — but can't avoid U.S. purchases forever | CBC News

1 week ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgary·NewCity council’s event centre committee has officially been dissolved, leaving city administration with the substantial task of keeping the $926-million project on time and on budget — in the face of tariff whiplash.
'It's been really difficult': Young Calgarians grapple with increasingly competitive job market

3 weeks ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgary·NewThousands visited Calgary's youth hiring fair, to find work experience during an especially difficult time for young job seekers. Thousands of young job seekers held out hope for work at 26th annual youth hiring fairKarina Zapata · CBC News · Posted: Mar 28, 2025 7:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 11 minutes agoIn the face of a high unemployment rate and a competitive job market, thousands of young Calgarians lined up in the cold on Thursday for the city's 26th annual youth hiring fair.
Immigration uncertainty, housing top of mind at the Bow Valley's largest-ever job fair

4 weeks ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgary·NewAt Banff's annual summer job fair on Wednesday, businesses and applicants alike said immigration changes and staff housing have been at the top of their minds.
Cost barriers persist for Calgary sports groups as school gym rentals set to resume post-strike

1 month ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

CalgaryAfter ratifying new deals last week, custodial and maintenance workers at Calgary’s public school boards are officially back on the job and facility rentals are slated to resume on April 1.
Residents say scaled back redevelopment proposal for Viscount Bennett site is still too big

1 month ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgary·NewIn preparation for a public hearing at city hall, residents of southwest community Richmond Knob Hill are reigniting their concerns over the proposed redevelopment of the site of the former Viscount Bennett School.
Calgarians celebrate $10 federal limit on non-sufficient funds fees, coming next year

1 month ago | msn.com | Karina Zapata

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Calgarians celebrate $10 federal limit on non-sufficient funds fees, coming next year

1 month ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgarians are celebrating a new federal regulation that will lower the fee charged when people don't have enough money in their bank accounts or overdraft protection. Starting March 12, 2026, there will be a $10 cap on non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees. Currently, most banks charge $45 or higher per transaction if a person's account falls short. Banks will also be prohibited from charging NSF fees more than once within a period of two business days and in cases where the overdraft is less than $10.
Heading to the Saddledome or BMO? There's nearby construction to keep in mind

1 month ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Heading to the Saddledome or BMO? There's nearby construction to keep in mindKarina Zapata | CBC News | Posted: March 17, 2025 10:02 PM | Last Updated: Just nowConstruction is ramping up, starting with road, sidewalk closures along Stampede TrailImage | Stampede Trail construction.pngCaption: Intermittent road and sidewalk closures began Monday along Stampede Trail, near 14th Avenue S.E., as crews facilitate utilities work for Scotia Place.
Massive development project to bring 6,500 new homes to Tsuut'ina Nation

1 month ago | cbc.ca | Karina Zapata

Calgary·NewAlong the edge of the southwest ring road, a massive new development is in the works on Tsuut'ina Nation — and those behind the project say they hope it's a major step toward economic prosperity for the nation.

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Karina Zapata @bykarinazapata

15 Jul 24

It’s illegal to charge for jobs in Canada, but immigration experts say it’s no secret it does happen — often for tens of thousands of dollars. My latest on why experts in Alberta are sounding the alarm over an old scam targeting temporary foreign workers: https://t.co/XaASeUX8AX

Karina Zapata @bykarinazapata

21 Jan 23

‘Our next pandemic’: Calgary’s housing fragility takes a heavy toll on mental health | CBC News — my latest! https://t.co/ghpPIEUj88

Karina Zapata @bykarinazapata

25 Sep 22

RT @cbchelen: FIRST PERSON | Calgary's northeast doesn't deserve the stigma. It's an amazing place for me and my family | CBC News https://…

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Articles

Densification, population growth remain major challenges for Calgary Fire Department

Calgary event centre dodges tariff bullet for now — but can't avoid U.S. purchases forever | CBC News

'It's been really difficult': Young Calgarians grapple with increasingly competitive job market

Immigration uncertainty, housing top of mind at the Bow Valley's largest-ever job fair

Cost barriers persist for Calgary sports groups as school gym rentals set to resume post-strike

Residents say scaled back redevelopment proposal for Viscount Bennett site is still too big

Calgarians celebrate $10 federal limit on non-sufficient funds fees, coming next year

Calgarians celebrate $10 federal limit on non-sufficient funds fees, coming next year

Heading to the Saddledome or BMO? There's nearby construction to keep in mind

Massive development project to bring 6,500 new homes to Tsuut'ina Nation

Journalists covering the same region

Drew Ferreira

Brenna Owen

Jennifer Chrumka

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