Andrew Benson
Digital Broadcast Journalist
Andrew Benson is a Digital Broadcast Journalist with Global Regina.
Andrew graduated from the University of Regina School of Journalism during which he interned at CTV News and the Rod Pederson Show. He began his career in journalism with Global Regina as a freelancer before moving into a full-time position. During his education and career he has received a number of awards including the Bill Cameron Award in Journalism, the Saskatchewan Association of Broadcasters Ed Rawlinson Award, CTV Journalistic Writing Award and Bell Media Award in Journalism. Some of Andrew’s career highlights include filming and directing a documentary, and being the lead online reporter for the 2022 Grey Cup coverage in Regina.
When Andrew is not busy reporting he enjoys playing sports and watching movies.
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Video Archives
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Regina Flying Club hosts general aviation showcase with a once in a lifetime plane ride
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Grandmothers 4 Grandmothers Regina unveils cross-Canada quilt
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New Regina Transit route from downtown to airport now available
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La Loche residents arrive in Regina after being forced to evacuate due to forest fires
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Last week’s snowfall in Sask. impacts start dates for sports in Regina
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Saskatchewan on decline for mask usage, according to recent study
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Regina’s tent encampment burned down, no reported injuries
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Winter festival Frost Regina to return for 2nd year in February 2023
Author Archives
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Indigenous graduates complete RCMP pre-cadet training programThe program is meant to bring together First Nations, Inuit and Métis people from across Canada, to learn and have a hands-on experience at what a career in policing looks like.CanadaJun 2
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Regina streets flooded after Sask. thunderstormRegina residents had a busy commute Friday morning as overnight thunderstorms brought heavy rain and caused localized flooding in parts of the city.CanadaJun 2
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Saskatchewan Health Authority outlines $4.8B budget, plans for future of health careOn Thursday, the SHA board of directors approved a $4.82-billion operating budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year, as well as a capital expenditure plan of more than $314.7 million.CanadaJun 1
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Regina man charged after attempt to steal vehicles on Lewvan DriveWitnesses told police the suspect had approached a vehicle, told the driver he had a weapon and then attempted to enter the vehicle.CrimeJun 1
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Saskatchewan Roughriders introduce Indigenous, Pride themed logoAs June marks the beginning of both Pride Month and Indigenous History Month in Saskatchewan, the province's largest sports team is celebrating the occasion with a new logo.CanadaJun 1
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Indigenous pavilion among others unable to participate in 2023 Mosaic FestivalThe Mosaic festival has been a tradition in Regina since 1967, but has been cancelled the last three years due to the pandemic.CanadaMay 31
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Regina Farmers’ Market vendors left wondering about the futureThe Pat Fiacco Plaza has been the market’s home for nearly 50 years, but road construction in downtown Regina will push the market to a new location in 2024.CanadaMay 31
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Pride Month set to kick off in ReginaPride Month is held every June and is meant to celebrate and show support for the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community. Here's a look at the events planned for Regina this year.CanadaMay 31
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Quinn Stevenson Memorial Baseball Tournament marks 10 years since Quinn’s passingQuinn was killed by an impaired driver in 2013 in Saskatoon. He was a member of the Saskatoon Blue Jays.CanadaMay 28
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South Saskatchewan storm leads to first confirmed tornado of 2023Heavy rain, flooding, severe hail and a tornado hit Regina in a matter of minutes Saturday night, all thanks to a supercell storm that rolled through the area.WeatherMay 28
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‘Give people hope’: Walks for Alzheimer’s held across SaskatchewanPut on by the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, the Saturday walk was meant to encourage people to lace up their shoes and support people living with dementia in the community.CanadaMay 27
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Construction worker dead after incident at Regina International AirportOfficials the Regina International Airport said a 'serious accident' happened at around 11:30 p.m. Friday related to the 13-31 runway overlay project.CanadaMay 27
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Regina man left with injuries after alleged assault by Canadian Tire security guardEzekial Bigknife, a 24-year-old Indigenous man, said he was in the store shopping for car parts, when he was followed around by employees.CanadaMay 26
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Saskatchewan Sikh motorcyclists can now ride without helmets for special eventsNew rules will allow Sikh motorcyclists in Saskatchewan to ride without helmets for special events, such as fundraisers. Any exemption, however, must be approved in advance.CanadaMay 26
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Saskatchewan COVID-19 cases on the decline in latest CRISP reportCOVID-19 made up 56 per cent of all recent respiratory illnesses hospitalizations in Saskatchewan according to the latest Community Respiratory Illness Surveillance Program report.HealthMay 25
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Regina Public Schools to introduce increased lunchroom feesFollowing the release of the 2023-24 Saskatchewan budget, the public school system said it was 'faced with some difficult budget decisions,' and has now increased lunch fees.CanadaMay 25
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Investigation launched after body found in Glen Elm Trailer CourtFollowing the discovery of an adult body in east Regina, police and the Saskatchewan coroners service have opened an investigation.CrimeMay 21
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Thousands gather for Sikh celebration in SaskatoonSaskatoon's Sikh community spends the long weekend celebrating its culture during the Nagar Kirtan parade and festival.CanadaMay 20
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Cool down, Regina: Spray pads now open for the summerMost of the city’s outdoor spray pads are open as of Saturday, May 20, and will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. until mid-September.CanadaMay 20
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Two youth facing attempted murder charges after Flying Dust First Nation shootingOn May 16, around 2:30 a.m., Meadow Lake RCMP responded to a shooting at a home on the First Nation.CrimeMay 20
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Major inter-provincial drug trafficking operation taken down by Sask. RCMP, Regina PoliceTen people from across western Canada are being charged after a “major” inter-provincial drug trafficking operation was taken down by Saskatchewan RCMP and Regina Police.CrimeMay 19
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Sask. wildfires: Money coming for residents hit by power outages; long weekend caution advisedWith people out camping this weekend, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is urging everyone to be careful with anything that could cause a spark as conditions are extremely dry.CanadaMay 19
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Saskatchewan MP’s pregnant women bill leads to controversyThe bill seeks judges to consider harm against pregnant women as an aggravating factor during sentencing.CanadaMay 14
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Memorial of Nathaniel Bear goes missing in SaskatoonFamily and friends of Nathaniel Bear are searching for answers after a memorial site was removed without a trace.CanadaMay 14
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Residents safe after house fire in Regina’s Fairways West neighbourhoodFirefighters responded to the home on the 200 block of Foxtail Street in Regina’s Fairways West neighbourhood at around 9 p.m. Saturday.CanadaMay 14