Deb Matejicka
Weather Anchor
A native of Winnipeg, MB, former competitive swimmer, and mother of three, community reporter Deb Matejicka brings over 15 years’ news experience to Global Calgary.
Spanning news, sports, weather and community reporting, Deb’s journalism career has taken her across Canada with stops in Brandon, MB; Prince Albert, SK; Saskatoon, SK; Regina, SK; Vancouver, BC; and Calgary, AB.
Deb holds a degree in political studies and English from the University of Manitoba and a diploma in creative communications (journalism major) from Red River College.
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Video Archives
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Calgary mom praises Alberta Children’s Hospital, community for ‘amazing’ support after son’s risky brain surgery
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29th STARS lottery dream home especially meaningful for Lethbridge builder
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New Calgary market offers pay-what-you-want groceries
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Afghan refugees arrive in Calgary
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Calgary Flames organization pulls out of new arena deal with city due to rising costs
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Made in Calgary initiative celebrates COVID-19 Pandemic Heroes Day
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Alzheimer Society of Calgary sees feelings of isolation, loneliness and burnout in caregivers amplified amid COVID-19 pandemic
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Olds College Smart Farm a game changer in advancing AI in Alberta’s agriculture industry
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Local charity creates win-WINS situation for Global Calgary and community
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New report suggests Alberta small businesses hit hardest by COVID-19 pandemic
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Calgary’s Tree Tossers rally community to help support single mom
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Calgary daycare steps up fundraising goal to help kids and families in crisis
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How to dispose of batteries safely
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Connections with parents and important adults key to youth coming out of pandemic with strong and healthy minds
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Spirit of the Calgary Children’s Foundation Pledge Day event prevails despite restrictions
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Healthcare Heroes: Wellness Kitchen teaches Albertans how to eat for best health
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Calgary clinic uses technology over medicine to treat depression
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2020 the year for Calgary Hospital Home Lottery grand prize winners
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Calgary couple celebrates World Prematurity Day with daughter born at 23 weeks
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Calgary-based transport service helps provide best outcome for critically ill babies in southern Alberta
Author Archives
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Calgary Health Foundation lottery creates win-win situationThis year's grand prize package is worth more than any others that have been up for grabs in previous years.CanadaFeb 10, 2022
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Calgary boy battling rare disease brings in big money for Alberta Children’s Hospital fundraiserAn ambitious fundraising goal was met with overwhelming response for a boy who hasn't been able to leave his house since May 2021.CanadaFeb 4, 2022
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New technology key to releasing kids who are ‘locked in’ their bodiesA girl's intelligence is able to shine even though she's "locked in" to her body.CanadaFeb 3, 2022
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Calgary Grandma calls on ‘heroes’ to support radiothonA specialized piece of equipment saved Oliver's life, and the lives of many other children.CanadaFeb 2, 2022
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Calgary mom of brain surgery patient praises ‘amazing’ community support for son’s careA Calgary mother and her son, who underwent brain surgery less than a year ago, are thanking the doctors at the Alberta Children’s Hospital along with the community.HealthFeb 1, 2022
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STARS Lottery dream home holds special place in Lethbridge builder’s heartEvery home Van Arbor has built -- aside for one -- has been named after a STARS patient.CanadaJan 20, 2022
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Pay-what-you-want market and café brings fresh food, community to CalgariansA new, pay-what-you-can-afford market is putting the high cost of fresh produce back within the reach of Calgarians.ConsumerJan 18, 2022
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Calgary finds fun and safe ways to ring in the New YearCheck out some fun, and safe, ways to ring in the new year in Calgary.CanadaDec 29, 2021
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Alzheimer Society asks Calgarians to watch for signs of dementia, burnout over holidaysThe Alzheimer Society of Calgary is also ramping up its services and programs for what is also expected to be a busier-than-normal January.CanadaDec 15, 2021
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Pandemic creates opportunity for unique Calgary-made ice resurfacerCOVID-19 safety restrictions have made outdoor rinks very popular this winter, and that has created the perfect opportunity for a local entrepreneur.CanadaJan 29, 2021
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Calgary Seniors’ Resource Society puts call out for volunteer drivers"When you give of your time, you just can't help but get more back." said Jan Myhre, a volunteer driver with the Calgary Seniors' Resource Society.CanadaJan 28, 2021
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WINS creates win-win situation for Global Calgary and communityWhen the COVID-19 pandemic shut down Global News Calgary’s charity clothing sale, a community partner stepped up to solve the problem of what to do with the mountain of clothes.FeaturesJan 27, 2021
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Calgary daycare makes ‘monster’ donation to local charity"Because of COVID this year and seeing the demand for help... we thought: let's go big or go home," Brianna Hewston said.FeaturesJan 14, 2021
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Calgary woman on mission to prevent preeclampsia deaths after losing her daughter"Can you imagine that? Doesn't that make you want to punch the wall? A baby aspirin per night could have saved her life."HealthDec 11, 2020
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Calgary clinic uses technology over medicine to treat depressionWhen medicine just doesn't work, a Calgary psychiatrist suggests patients suffering from depression turn to repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation.HealthNov 20, 2020
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Transport service helps provide best outcome for critically ill babies in southern Alberta"If we weren't able to have her moved quickly, and then be able to stabilize her quickly, she wouldn't have survived. Not a chance," Kristine Russell said.CanadaNov 13, 2020
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Calgary veteran organizes socially distanced Remembrance Day ceremony for neighbours"I was glad there was so many young kids here today, because it's teaching them to remember," said Dan Port, a military veteran.CanadaNov 11, 2020
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‘Letters Home’ installation in Calgary reveals who military heroes really wereA new installation at the former Currie Barracks military base in Calgary gives insight into the lives of four Canadian servicemen and women in their own words.CanadaNov 10, 2020
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Calgary entrepreneur says COVID-19 pandemic perfect time to grow business and selfLike so many others, the salon Tania Mathews worked in was forced to close its doors when the COVID-19 pandemic hit Calgary.FeaturesSep 3, 2020
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Mike Weir surprises Calgary charity with video call and donation"I was very starstruck as well and it took a minute to register," Carya fund development manager Jennifer Moir.CanadaAug 29, 2020
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Calgary-created hockey program giving kids chance to be SuperHEROSUnder the HEROS umbrella, a pilot project dubbed SuperHEROS was launched.SportsAug 12, 2020
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Parents of young Springbank girl march to bring awareness of ‘silent disease’"It's truly a silent disease," Robin SomjiCanadaAug 10, 2020
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Calgary man thanks CTrain driver who helped get wallet backA Calgary man reunited with a CTrain driver who helped return his lost wallet to him.FeaturesJul 27, 2020
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Random act of kindness turns Calgary strangers into friendsA random act of kindness has created new friendships in a Calgary neighbourhood.CanadaJul 24, 2020
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NEOWISE comet a rare sight to see for CalgariansThe director at the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory just outside of Calgary says Calgarians shouldn't waste the chance to see the comet NEOWISE.ScienceJul 16, 2020