
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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Alberta measles cases highest in 50 years
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Alberta asking for help with wildfire fight
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NAIT to pause 18 programs as part of review
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Alberta government launches buy local campaign
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Independent federal election candidates, other parties vie for Edmonton votes
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Political analyst says NDP’s Alberta seats ‘in jeopardy’ as Singh campaigns in Edmonton
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Edmontonians considering different federal election priorities with their votes
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Edmonton police officer to be sentenced for breach of trust on May 16
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Edmontonians head to The Bay to make what could be final purchases at iconic store
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Education minister talks about enrolment pressures at Alberta schools
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Edmonton International Airport aims to expand routes
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Mayerthorpe honours Fallen Four RCMP officers 20 years after massacre
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Recovery continues for Edmonton man ‘left for dead’ after swarming attack
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Jasper deli moving its rebuild to Edmonton
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Smith says Albertans need to ‘brace for deficits’ ahead of 2025 budget
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Neighbours appealing controversial GraceLife Church expansion in Parkland County
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CUPE warns of further school support worker strikes in Alberta
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2 Edmonton businesses close, citing same issue with downtown traffic
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U of A changes its inclusion strategy
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Edmonton home sales up, inventory down going into 2025: Realtors
Author Archives
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Edmonton mayoral candidate uses humour, life story in campaignFirst-time mayoral candidate Omar Mohammad says he wants to ensure fiscal responsibility in city hall, in addition to security for Edmontonians and shelter for the vulnerable.PoliticsMay 25
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City of Edmonton, province point fingers over police bodycam costsAs part of its annual report to council on Friday, the Edmonton Police Service says it needs to hire between 40 and 50 people for the 'back end' of the bodycam program.PoliticsMay 24
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NAIT pausing 18 programs as part of reviewThe post-secondary's vice-president, academic Peter Leclaire says the changes are to ensure NAIT can meet the needs of students and industry.EducationMay 15
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Unsafe Castledowns Pointe condo owners say they’re out thousands of dollarsThe building has been fenced off and partially covered by a tarp for almost two years now. Now, condo owners say there's hope they could get some money back soon.ConsumerMay 14
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City of Edmonton lights prescribed burn as part of fire prevention effortsThe Northeast River Valley Park was closed for a prescribed burn, meant to clear grass and weeds in the park. Preventative fire is a recent add to the city's fire protection plan.FireMar 26
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Smoky Lake RCMP seize stolen property amid ‘spike’ in related crimePolice say they found the goods using a 'bait trap,' part of their strategy to try and crack down on property crimes in the area.CrimeMar 25
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Edmontonians consider different federal election priorities with their votesCost of living and plans to deal with U.S. policies were the most common priorities Edmontonians told Global News they're considering on Monday.PoliticsMar 25
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‘Left for dead’: Recovery continues for Edmonton man after swarming attackPolice say a man — identified by friends as Jeren Drew — was attacked by a group in an apartment building. Ross says he suffered multiple injuries, including to his brain.CrimeFeb 26
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City of Edmonton lays out staggered plan for 2025 bridge constructionThree bridges carrying traffic in and out of Edmonton's downtown core are set to undergo construction at different points in 2025. The city says it has a plan to reduce congestion.TrafficFeb 25
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New Red Deer Justice Centre set to open in early MarchThe Red Deer Justice Centre is set to open on March 3. The building will have 12 courtrooms, including one Indigenous courtroom, and can add at least two more trial spaces.CrimeFeb 24
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City of Edmonton adds proactive measures to wildfire protection planIn an update to committee Wednesday, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services said fire risk looks better than in years past, thanks to the snowfall.FeaturesFeb 19
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Musical ‘Soul in the City’ explores Edmonton’s Black historyThe musical combines song, poetry and short act plays, to tell the history of Black Edmontonians since they first came to the city in the early 1900s.PerspectivesFeb 3
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Appeals filed over controversial GraceLife Church expansion in Parkland CountyEnoch Cree Nation and Parkland County residents living near GraceLife Church each submitted appeals against an expansion permit, but the Canada Post strike delayed their arrival.CanadaJan 27
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Canadian politicians weigh options as Donald Trump continues tariff talk'If you don't make your product in America, which is your prerogative, then very simply you will have to pay a tariff,' Trump said.PoliticsJan 23
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Edmonton police renew call for tips in search for missing woman Jeannine ErmineskinIt's been a little more than three years since family and friends last heard from Jeannine Ermineskin. Police hope more eyes on the case will finally lead to a breakthrough.CrimeJan 21
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Two Edmonton businesses close, citing same issue with downtown trafficArea councillor Anne Stevenson says work habits have changed and more people are working fewer days in the office. The city is trying to encourage more people to the core.EconomyJan 6
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Alberta snowpack in ‘a great spot,’ says researcherOne researcher says mountain snow levels are relatively low for this time of year, but for much of the province, snowpack is above average.WeatherDec 28, 2024
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Edmonton planning to meet rapid population growthThe City Plan charts Edmonton's path to accommodate a population of two million people. City council says the programs are in place, but rapid growth is changing timelines.FeaturesDec 24, 2024
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First responders honour Edmonton security guard killed on the jobIn a rare tribute for a civilian, first responders created an honour guard for Harshandeep Singh's family to pass through at the young man's memorial service in Edmonton on Sunday.CanadaDec 15, 2024
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‘Completely shocked’ Edmonton resident has tires stolen off vehicleIn the video, a person can be seen loading tires into the box of their truck and then driving off. leaving the Edmonton victim's vehicle without a single wheel.CrimeDec 1, 2024
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Edmonton council still digging into cost of city policy on projectsA report finds city policies and bylaws — combined with outside factors like supply chains — drive up expenses. 12 city policies are listed as cost drivers in the report.PoliticsNov 27, 2024
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Union says Alberta Safeway workers might have to return raisesThe union says it's hard to get an exact number because of different hours and wages, but says each employee would have to repay thousands of dollars.EconomyNov 25, 2024
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Former Edmonton city councillor Tony Caterina running for mayorTony Caterina was Ward 7's councillor from 2007 until 2021. In 2021, Caterina changed wards and ran in Ward O-day'min, where he lost to Anne Stevenson.PoliticsNov 19, 2024
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Alberta Health Services preparing to handle increased respiratory illnessesAlberta's respiratory virus tracker shows lab-confirmed COVID cases have nearly doubled since September. AHS says some hospitals are experiencing high occupancy levels.HealthNov 13, 2024
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Political experts say inflation, health care next up for Smith after leadership reviewUCP members voted 91.5 per cent in favour of Premier Danielle Smith's leadership at the party's annual general meeting in Red Deer this weekend.PoliticsNov 4, 2024