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Erik Bay
Digital Journalist
Erik Bay joined Global Edmonton as a digital journalist in April 2024.
Born and raised in Athabasca, Erik moved to Edmonton in 2017 to attend the Radio and Television Broadcast program at NAIT.
After graduating, Erik started as an intern at CITL CKSA in Lloydminster where soon after he was hired full time.
After two years working in Lloyd, Erik moved to Global Lethbridge in 2021, where one of his most notable stories was covering the Coutts border blockade and the aftermath, including Artur Pawlowski’s trial. He also did extensive coverage of the Western Hockey League’s Lethbridge Hurricanes.
In October 2023, Erik moved east to become a reporter for Global Saskatoon, before coming back to Alberta.
When he is not busy reporting, Erik enjoys hiking and fishing in the Canadian Rockies.
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Video Archives
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Edmonton apartment fire sends 2 people to hospital in critical condition
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Near drowning calls prompt safety warnings from Edmonton officials
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Edmonton family seeks answers after man shot during police confrontation
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Ma-Me-O Beach property owners on the hook for failed sewer line
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Wildfires threatening communities and businesses in northern Alberta
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AHS postpones dozens of elective surgeries at Royal Alexandra Hospital
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Town of Hinton declares health-care crisis over doctor shortage
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Man fatally shot by Edmonton police while fleeing car wreck, ASIRT investigates
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How the WestJet strike is impacting travellers in Edmonton
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Edmonton community mourns 3-year-old boy killed while crossing street
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String of Alberta vehicle thefts connected to organized crime: RCMP
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RCMP theft probe uncovers crime ring, some vehicles possibly used in Edmonton shootings
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Farmers near Edmonton feel planting season is off to a good start
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Wainwright, Alta., re-establishes water supply after pump issue
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Edmonton e-sports fans take part in Game Con Canada
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Oilers fans still ‘confident’ after Game 1 loss
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Calgary’s water main break prompts questions about Edmonton’s water supply
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Final debate takes place in Edmonton ahead of NDP leadership vote
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Pembina River Tubing reopens after significant wildfire damage
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Opioid deaths disproportionately affecting Alberta First Nations, data suggests
Author Archives
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Alberta records lowest single-month opioid death total in 4 yearsProvincial data shows Alberta recently had its lowest monthly opioid death total since April 2020. According to its report, 90 people died from opioid-related causes this April.HealthJul 19
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2 people in critical condition after northeast Edmonton apartment fireEdmonton fire crews were called to an apartment building on Hermitage Road and Huffman Crescent on Saturday night, where they were greeted by thick clouds of smoke.FireJul 14
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Family seeks answers after Edmonton man shot during police confrontationFamily and friends of an Edmonton man killed following a confrontation with police are looking for answers on what led to his death.CanadaJul 7
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Oilers fans book reservations days ahead of Stanley Cup Final gamesSome Edmontonians are making sure they have game day plans ready well ahead of time to beat the last-minute rush.ConsumerJun 9
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Alberta First Nations opioid death numbers ‘heartbreaking’Recently released data by Alberta's government shows First Nations Peoples make up a disproportionate number of the province's opioid-related deaths.HealthMay 25
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Alberta set new high for opioid deaths in 2023Alberta's latest substance use numbers show the province had its highest opioid-related death totals on record in 2023, with 1,867 deaths.HealthMay 20
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Alberta municipalities adjusting for higher bus costsTen new buses will cost the city of St. Albert nearly $1.5 million more than what was initially budgeted. Council approved the extra spending over a two-year period.MoneyMay 16
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ASIRT report into fatal Edmonton police shooting shocks victim’s familyThe family of Steven Nguyen is disappointed with the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team’s investigation into his death.CrimeMay 15
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Edmonton event highlights efforts to improve emergency responsesSaturday's Get Ready in the Park event in Edmonton showed how different services and levels of government work together to respond to extreme weather events and other emergencies.CanadaMay 5
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Verdict in Greg Fertuck trial expected in JuneCourt proceedings in Greg Fertuck's first-degree murder trial were adjourned until Jun. 14 on Monday, when a verdict is expected.CrimeFeb 26
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How Saskatchewan’s outlook on COVID-19 changed in 2023According to the province's latest report from its respiratory illness tracker, there were 569 confirmed COVID-19 cases over the reporting period between Dec. 3 and Dec. 16.HealthJan 1
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‘Lots of fun’ as outdoor rink opens in Saskatoon before ChristmasThe ice sheet was only slightly delayed compared to earlier years, despite the above seasonal temperatures in Saskatoon this winter.FeaturesDec 20, 2023
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Sask. ministry names wrong company in vehicle owner’s search for compensationA drive into Saskatoon has turned into a months-long fight for compensation for Melinda Lee after her vehicle was covered in tar while driving through a construction site.FeaturesDec 13, 2023
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Primary runway reopens at Saskatoon airportTravellers through Saskatoon’s airport will once again be taking a familiar route on arrival and departure. The airport’s primary runway, runway 09/27, reopened to air traffic Tuesday afternoon after undergoing rehabilitation since the summer of 2022. “The scope included almost five kilometres of drainage line. Thinking about the runway itself, of course there’s a huge...FeaturesOct 17, 2023
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Review board deliberating over former Lethbridge police acting chief’s appeal in meme scandalAn Alberta Law Enforcement Review Board is now deliberating on whether sanctions imposed on two Lethbridge police officers were reasonable after an appeal hearing Wednesday.FeaturesOct 11, 2023
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Banners honouring veterans back on Lethbridge streetsOrganized by the Royal Canadian Legion General Stewart Branch No. 4, the banners depict Canadian military veterans.FeaturesOct 3, 2023
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Lethbridge College enrolment at pre-pandemic levelsAccording to the college's registrar, enrolment is up eight per cent compared to last year, adding about 400 students.EducationOct 2, 2023
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Lethbridge College unveils Indigenous jerseys for its sports teamsThe new uniforms were unveiled Friday as part of the post-secondary's Truth and Reconciliation Week activities.PerspectivesSep 29, 2023
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Decision in Big Bull case in Alberta court’s hands after final argumentsDustin Big Bull is charged with second-degree murder and causing an indignity to human remains in the stabbing death of 16-year-old Tregan Crow Eagle.CrimeSep 28, 2023
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Crown questions knife testimony from accused during cross-examinationDustin Big Bull took to the stand for the third straight day to face cross-examination if his assertion Tregan Crow Eagle had a knife when Big Bull stabbed him.CrimeSep 27, 2023
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Accused testifies in 2nd-degree murder trial in death of Piikani Nation teenDustin Big Bull took the stand in his own defence Monday as his second-degree murder trial resumed.CrimeSep 25, 2023
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Lethbridge Hurricanes getting final practices in ahead of 2023-24 home openerThe 'Canes kick off their Western Hockey League regular season hosting the Swift Current Broncos Friday and the team will rely on its veterans on the blue line and in net.SportsSep 20, 2023
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Mining company applies for Grassy Mountain drilling permitThe company, formerly known as Benga Mining Limited, says it's proposing to drill a total of 46 boreholes during the 2023 and 2024 exploration seasons.FeaturesSep 19, 2023
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Southern Alberta video auction selling 65,000 cattle in 2 daysOrganizers believe the video option will expand the number of people using the auction, as well as the potential for an auction with more than 100,000 calves available. .FeaturesSep 15, 2023
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Métis Nation of Alberta holds election during transition to new government modelThe election is the first under the new Otipemisiwak Métis government that was ratified last November.PoliticsSep 14, 2023