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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Around 225K mail-in ballots requested for Alberta referendum -
What could Alberta do with its budget surplus? -
Alberta forestry sector trusts resilience amid challenges -
Alberta eyes Ontario bike lane court ruling as it weighs legislation -
Married women struggling to renew Alberta driver’s licences -
Alberta delays new restrictions on flags in schools -
Government, Edmonton community groups meet over safety -
Europe’s record-breaking heat wave shrinks rivers and exposes secrets of the past -
2 correctional officers, female inmate killed in Alberta car crash -
Volume of online gambling ads raises concerns after Alberta market opens -
Poll reveals AI data centre worries as Alberta encourages investment -
Gas prices tick up along with Middle East tension -
Alberta registry agents blame new ID cards for long wait times -
Alberta inviting more data centre development -
Edmonton city council adjusts bike lane plan -
Alberta, Ontario propose eastern oil pipeline route -
First Nations blast engagement on pipeline -
Alberta set to make major pipeline announcement Thursday -
Edmonton explores Diwali festival to curb illegal fireworks -
Edmonton region prepares to be doused by another 30-60 mm of rain
Author Archives
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Elections Alberta receives 225K requests for referendum mail-in ballotsAs of Aug. 31, Elections Alberta says around 225,000 people have applied for the ballot. In the 2023 provincial election, that number was 59,589.PoliticsAug 31
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What could Alberta do with its budget surplus?Alberta is now forecasting a $2 billion surplus this fiscal year. That's an $11.4 billion swing, after initially projecting a deficit.EconomyAug 28
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Married women having problems renewing their Alberta driver’s licencesMarried women in Alberta say they're having problems getting a new licence when their documents don't match, because some contain their maiden name and others their married name.PoliticsAug 16
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Federal government, Edmonton community groups talk downtown safetySecretary of State for Combatting Crime Ruby Sahota addressed an Edmonton Chamber of Commerce event on Thursday, with the discussion including talk on downtown safety.PoliticsAug 13
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Rollie Miles Park rec centre plans remain in limbo after City of Edmonton updateA City of Edmonton report said there is long-term support for a rec centre in the south-central Queen Alexandra neighbourhood but immediate priorities are elsewhere.LifestyleAug 10
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Addiction experts say recent flood of gambling ads a problem for some AlbertansA month after Alberta's iGaming system became operational, the ads promoting online gambling are everywhere, and some experts are worried about the impact.PoliticsAug 6
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Alberta lawyer says referendum questions about immigration ‘harmful,’ ‘unnecessary’There are 10 questions on the ballot in October's referendum, but so far the topic of Alberta's future place in Canada appears to be the only one getting much debate.CanadaAug 5
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AI data centres have 4 in 5 Albertans concerned over environment, electricity costs: PollAs Alberta encourages more AI data centre investment and more projects are proposed in the province, a new poll shows most residents are concerned over the potential impacts.TechJul 21
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Community pushback forces City of Edmonton to change gears on bike lane plansThe City of Edmonton is changing gears on its plan to remove a large section of on-street parking along 50 Street to allow for the installation of bike lanes.PoliticsJul 7
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Invasive Prussian carp showing up in Sylvan LakeLab results confirm Prussian carp are now living in Sylvan Lake. Similar to goldfish, they are an invasive species that causes all sorts of problems.EnvironmentJun 24
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Alberta government planning questioned after 2nd health-care decision backtrackAfter being forced to backtrack on two controversial health care decisions, questions are being raised about the effectiveness of the Alberta government's planning process.HealthJun 23
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Still some unanswered questions about Alberta’s ‘dual practice’ health care modelWhile the Alberta government claims its new "dual practice" health care model will reduce wait times for some surgeries, critics say missing details mean that might not be true.HealthJun 19
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Edmonton Public Schools to ‘pause’ international school tripsIn a letter to parents, one school's principal writes the division made the change 'amid a complex global landscape of evolving political, economic and public health challenges.'FeaturesJun 5
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No more free 15 minutes, city facility parking fees being mulled in EdmontonThe proposals include eliminating a 15-minute free grace period in paid parking zones, updating rates and introducing paid parking at several City of Edmonton attractions.TrafficJun 3
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Road to the Referendum: First Nation chiefs fighting Alberta separatism to preserve way of lifeSturgeon Lake is one of the Alberta First Nations at the forefront of legal battles fighting back against the push for the province to separate from Canada.PerspectivesJun 3
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Alberta separation question creating uncertainty for provincial investment: ‘Not good for us’Some Alberta companies say the unstable political climate has already prompted concern from investors and, in at least one case, consideration of moving operations elsewhere.PoliticsMay 26
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First Nation says it has evidence dozens of children died attending residential schoolSturgeon Lake Cree Nation has spent years digging in provincial archives, looking for death records of children from the time a residential school operated on the nation.PerspectivesMay 19
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Mikisew Cree First Nation sues Alberta, feds over industrial development impactsIn a statement of claim, Mikisew Cree First Nation alleges both governments have failed to protect its members from health issues it says were brought on by industrial activity.PoliticsMay 12
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Alberta ‘monitoring’ other youth social media bansManitoba says it will ban 'social media and AI chatbots' for youth and children. Ontario says it's also considering a ban, while Saskatchewan says it will be getting feedback.PoliticsApr 27
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Alberta faith leaders oppose premier’s upcoming speech at Christian summitMore than 50 leaders from congregations across the province have signed a statement calling the Alberta Christian Leadership Summit 'a gathering shaped by access and privilege.'PoliticsApr 20
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44 Elk Island wood bison sent to Alaska as part of conservation effortsThey'll make a roughly 40-hour drive from Alberta's Elk Island National Park east of Edmonton to their new home in Alaska's Minto Flats State Game Refuge.CanadaApr 13
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Alberta separatism question to head back to courtSeveral Alberta First Nations are expected in court to challenge a proposed referendum question calling for the province's independence.PoliticsApr 6
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Alberta promises faster approvals for major projectsAlberta's UCP government says it is bringing forward legislation to streamline major project approvals. If passed, the province says it would set a 120-day approval timeline.CanadaMar 23
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Deportation of extortion suspects welcome news to Alberta’s South Asian communityMembers of Alberta's South Asian community are welcoming news that two men, believed to be related to crimes of extortion targeting the community, have been deported.CrimeMar 20
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Alberta minister meets with parents about serious incidents in daycaresThe NDP wants the government to notify every parent about serious situations - like physical or sexual abuse - and create a public, online portal showing a program's history.PoliticsMar 11