Kathy Le

Calgary

Reporter and Weekend Anchor at CTV News

▪️Edward R. Murrow award winning TV Journalist ▪️Documentary producer ▪️CTV Calgary Anchor/VJ ▪️Email [email protected] for story idea

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Alberta wildfires: Several oil and gas companies forced to move their employees as facilities are threatened

3 weeks ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

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Displaced residents of Alberta town cling to hope as wildfire burns nearby

1 month ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

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Dangerous social media challenge ignites safety concerns in some Canadian classrooms

1 month ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

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A piece of Canadiana: Demand for the Bay’s striped merchandise surges

1 month ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

Digital marketplaces are seeing a surge in listings for the Bay’s iconic HBC striped items, as sellers capitalize on the rising demand sparked by the company’s nationwide store closures. Retail analyst Bruce Winder says the uptick in interest has been a surprise. “Sometimes you hit something in society where it strikes a nerve and the demand for that product, you know, just goes through the roof, and there’s limited supply and prices go up and it creates a bit of a fever,” said Winder.
Walk down memory lane: Group of Alberta women remember the Bay as stores close nation-wide

1 month ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

Six Calgary women have reunited at the front doors of one of the Bay stores in the city to pay homage to the iconic Canadian retailer they have a close connection with. “It was one of the most wonderful, oldest department stores in Canada,” said Barbara Leary. “I hope they really preserve this beautiful building.”Leary says after operating for more than 350 years, she is heartbroken that the company is shuttering all the stores.
Vancouver residents share housing struggles as election day approaches

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

The BC Real Estate Association reports that the benchmark price for a single detached home in greater Vancouver is $1.8 million dollars, the highest in Canada, making home ownership out of reach for many people who live there. Brendon Ogmundson, chief economist with the BC Real Estate Association, says Vancouver’s unique location comes at a high cost. “Vancouver is very physically constrained.
People in oil-rich Fort McMurray hope the next government diversifies energy exports

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

The influence of the oil and gas sector is unmistakable in Fort McMurray, Alta., with many businesses connected to it or directly impacted by it in some way. Employees at GOAT Mechanical Services repair and maintain heavy equipment for many companies in the industry. Their hope is that the next party to form government will prioritize more pipelines and get oil to different markets.
‘It’s about time’: Combo of price-cutting factors brings some pocketbook relief in Canada

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

Canadians are getting some relief in gas prices and airfare in what experts say is a combination of inflation-cutting factors in recent weeks. “I think it’s great,” Calgary resident Steve Pauls told CTV News. “It’s about time we saw a little break.”According to Statistics Canada, lower gas prices is one of the main contributing factors to the unexpected ease in inflation. The other reason was falling travel prices.
Canadians impacted by extreme weather want federal parties to prioritize climate issues

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

A Calgary woman, who has experienced four hailstorms over the past few years, believes climate and environment issues should be a priority in the federal election. “I don’t understand how this can’t be a campaign issue,” said Saymah Chaudhry. Chaudhry has had hail damage to two different homes, all in the northeast quadrant of Calgary, including last year’s hailstorm.
Canadians share concerns at popular Alberta restaurant known for its classic American diner experience

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Kathy Le

As part of CTV News’ coverage of the 37-day federal election, journalists will be telling stories from communities across the country to showcase issues that matter to Canadians in this election. Our next dispatch is from CTV News reporter Kathy Le in Bowden, Alberta. Nestled along the busy traffic of the QE II highway in central Alberta, the Starlite Diner Car is hard to miss.

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Kathy Le @CTVKathyLe

17 Nov 24

RT @CTVNews: @CTVKathyLe has the story on a gigantic discovery in the ocean - so big it can be seen from space by researchers near the Solo…

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3 Nov 24

RT @CTVCalgary: Remembering legendary journalist Darrel Janz https://t.co/dIIFWvw0TA

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2 Nov 24

There are no words. 💔 You’ve touched so many people, Darrel Janz. Thank you for your kindness and friendship. Rest easy. https://t.co/g2VEXODcdv

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Articles

Alberta wildfires: Several oil and gas companies forced to move their employees as facilities are threatened

Displaced residents of Alberta town cling to hope as wildfire burns nearby

Dangerous social media challenge ignites safety concerns in some Canadian classrooms

A piece of Canadiana: Demand for the Bay’s striped merchandise surges

Walk down memory lane: Group of Alberta women remember the Bay as stores close nation-wide

Vancouver residents share housing struggles as election day approaches

People in oil-rich Fort McMurray hope the next government diversifies energy exports

‘It’s about time’: Combo of price-cutting factors brings some pocketbook relief in Canada

Canadians impacted by extreme weather want federal parties to prioritize climate issues

Canadians share concerns at popular Alberta restaurant known for its classic American diner experience

Journalists covering the same region

Bill Kaufmann

Stephanie Wiebe

Taylor Simmons

Dallas Flexhaug

Glenn Campbell

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