Bhupinder Hundal

News Director and Station Manager

Bhupinder Hundal is the News Director and Station Manager at Global BC, where he oversees one of Canada’s largest and most complex news and station operations. He is responsible for editorial leadership, operational oversight, and crisis management, with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and public trust.

In his role, Hundal sets editorial direction, leads newsroom strategy, and works closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent, high‑quality journalism across platforms. His leadership emphasizes clear decision-making, strong communication, and collaboration in fast-moving and high-pressure environments.

Under Hundal’s leadership, Global BC has earned national recognition for its journalism. The newsroom has won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Local Newscast twice and has received Best Reporting of the Year at the Jack Webster Awards three consecutive years. The honours reflect a sustained commitment to editorial excellence and a newsroom culture focused on serving audiences with responsible, impactful reporting.

Hundal brings extensive experience across television, digital, and on-air platforms, with a career that spans both mainstream and ethnic media. He has held senior editorial roles at CBC Vancouver and OMNI Television, and has also worked as a strategic voice and on-air commentator with Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi. His background informs an inclusive approach to newsroom leadership and storytelling that reflects the communities Global BC serves.

He is known for building strong teams, supporting journalists through complex and sensitive coverage, and guiding newsrooms through periods of rapid change. Hundal believes in evolving with the industry while keeping trust, truth, and community at the centre of the work.