Darrian Matassa-Fung
Online journalist
Darrian Matassa-Fung is an online journalist with Global BC, based out of Burnaby, B.C. He covers everything, from crimes across the province to provincial politics.
Previously a video journalist with Global Okanagan for two-and-a-half years, Matassa-Fung has experience with live television reporting, shooting, editing, and of course online writing.
A BCIT graduate of 2019, Matassa-Fung has a good working knowledge of today’s social media landscape and other informational platforms used by citizens across the province.
In his spare time, you can catch him at his local gym, pounding the beautiful B.C. hikes or spending quality time with his friends at their local watering hole.
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Video Archives
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Kelowna’s Knox Mountain Hill Climb returns after two year hiatus
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Kelowna, B.C. fraudster’s crimes were not victimless: B.C. Supreme Court
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Knox Mountain Hill Climb returns to Kelowna this weekend
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Kelowna RCMP vacant staffing levels around 20 per cent: BC RCMP says
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Kelowna Pride Society urging Okanagan residents to support 2SLGBTQ+ community
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Kelowna’s first ever strong person competition held at City Park
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B.C. town apologizes after selling man’s property for taxes owed
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Concerns with potential flooding near Tulameen, RDOS says
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New ridesharing company operating in Kelowna
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RDCO: Major concerns with flooding and landslides on Westside Road
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Province announces investigation into repeat offenders
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Advocacy group holds opioid crisis workshop at Kelowna high school
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Proposed Kelowna highrise development set to climb higher
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Community participates in Peachland watershed cleanup
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Independent advisers to help mentally-ill patients detained under Mental Health Act
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Dad of accused university security guard killer speaks
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RDCO taking steps to remove old float home beached on Okanagan Lake
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Kelowna RCMP superintendent calls for more officers
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Neighbourhood clean-up event sees volunteers help Merritt flood victims
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Kelowna has 2nd longest average wait times for walk-in clinics in Canada: Medimap
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‘We want to see results, now’: Hundreds of B.C. nurses march in VancouverThe BC Nurses’ Union organized a rally Wednesday to hold the government accountable for its promises to deal with shortages and highlight ongoing staffing and workload issues.HealthMay 31
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Vancouver homicide victim named in fatal West End stabbingVancouver police have named the homicide victim for the past weekend's fatal stabbing in the West End.CrimeMay 31
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‘Cut red tape’: B.C. working to build more homes faster in select communitiesThe Housing Supply Act gives the Province of B.C. the ability to set housing targets in municipalities, which will help them 'address local barriers to construction.'PoliticsMay 31
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Vancouver business out thousands after window smashed againCitylux Boutique, whose plate-glass window was smashed for a third time since August, says more needs to be done in Vancouver to address homelessness and addiction issues.CrimeMay 31
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Gas stoves, fireplaces on the way out? Vancouver city councillor to bring forward motionA Vancouver city councillor wants gas hookups to new homes abolished, as it contributes to global warming.EnvironmentMay 31
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Stabbing in Vancouver’s West End leaves man deadA man was fatally stabbed in the West End neighbourhood on Saturday evening.CrimeMay 28
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Evacuation alert upgraded to order in Northeastern B.C. due to wildfireThe wildfire, G90273, is an estimated 26,307 hectares according to the latest update from the BC Wildfire Service, late Friday afternoon.FireMay 28
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Evacuation order, alert issued for Donnie Creek wildfire burning north of Fort St. JohnThe Donnie Creek wildfire is an estimated 135,991 hectares as of Saturday evening, according to the BC Wildfire Service. It is burning roughly 160 km north of Fort St. John.FireMay 28
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B.C. woman on a mission to ensure air conditioning to vulnerable seniorsWhen Willy Marten put up a Facebook post asking for volunteers to help donate or deliver units, one of her neighbours didn't hesitate.WeatherMay 28
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28-year-old man killed in South Vancouver gang shooting: VPDNumerous yellow evidence cones were laid out on the pavement beside a large white tent on Fraser Street.CrimeMay 28
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Vancouver fundraisers held to support theatre and security for youth drag campsThe Carousel Theatre for Young People on Granville Island is holding two fundraising events on Saturday.CanadaMay 27
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Burglar takes the cake: Vancouver thief snatches goodies, and cleans storeA bewildering break-in at a Vancouver café was caught on security camera. The bandit kicked in the front door and stole some cupcakes — but also cleaned up some of the mess.CrimeMay 27
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Man and woman from Abbotsford charged in March homicideOn May 26, B.C. homicide investigators arrested 22-year-old Tanner Fox and 30-year-old Laetitia Acera in relation to the fatal shooting.CrimeMay 27
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Start your engines: 10 babies face off in CFOX Baby 500 race for $5,000Ten Metro Vancouver babies raced it out for a grand prize of $5,000 in Coquitlam on Saturday.EntertainmentMay 27
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B.C. Premier David Eby announces byelection date for two vacant ridingsB.C. Premier David Eby has set a date for byelections in two vacant ridings, noting voters are usually looking to relax and spend time with their families in late July and August.PoliticsMay 27
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Warm up those glutes: North Shore’s Grouse Grind opening for summer seasonThe Grouse Mountain Resort said there are a number of attractions to visit once hikers conquer the Grouse Grind.CanadaMay 26
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Man assaults victim just steps off downtown Victoria bus: policePolice on Vancouver Island are trying to identify a suspect from an April assault just steps off a bus in downtown Victoria. The man is reported to be tall with a grey beard.CrimeMay 26
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B.C. repeat offender who hit 19-year-old woman with a pole to be sentencedFor his sentencing hearing, Mohammed Majidpour pleaded guilty to assault with a weapon, theft under $5,000 and arson damaging property.CrimeMay 26
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‘We are here to listen’: Community safety town hall to be held in Coquitlam by RCMPThe town hall will be at Burke Mountain Discovery Centre on Princeton Ave on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.CrimeMay 26
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Grocery prices making healthy food unaffordable for B.C. families, report saysAverage monthly costs in 2022 in the five regional health authorities ranged from $1,193 in Fraser Health to $1,366 in Island Health.HealthMay 25
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‘Indestructible’: B.C. Tina Turner tribute artist mourns legend’s deathB.C. singer Luisa Marshall has been a Tina Turner tribute artist since 2000, performing her songs around the world to thousands of Turner lovers.CanadaMay 25
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‘Not over yet’: Gas prices continue to climb in Metro Vancouver, nearing $2 a litreGas prices are nearing the dreaded $2/litre price point in the Lower Mainland, with a station in Richmond as high as 194.9 cents a litre Thursday. And they could go higher yet.EconomyMay 25
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Teen suspect sought after bus driver assaulted in LangfordPolice on Vancouver Island are turning to the public in hopes that someone will identify a teen accused of assaulting a bus driver.CrimeMay 25
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$13M in drugs, guns, cash seized following Vancouver organized crime investigationTwo men and two women were arrested as part of the investigation and 'will face numerous drugs and firearms charges once the investigation is complete,' police said.CrimeMay 25
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‘Predators are out there’: Safety concerns with teens using Uber in VancouverUber announced it has expanded services to provide rides for teenagers in Vancouver, if an account is linked with a guardian.CanadaMay 25