Richard Cloutier
Radio Host
Richard Cloutier is co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 3 to 6 p.m. weekdays and senior reporter with Global News. Richard started at CJOB in December 1992. He has a passion for storytelling on all platforms, radio, digital and television.
Richard was born and raised in St Norbert, cutting his teeth in the job market at age 10 pumping gas for his dad at Cloutier Motors. He also worked for his older brother Curtis at Roadshow Sound. The DJ days brought out a love for music and performing.
After political studies at the University of Manitoba and journalism at Carleton University, Richard did short stints in newspapering in Ottawa and Hamilton. CJOB was going to be a job for a few years but he fell in love with the sounds, the stories and interaction with Manitobans. It’s so much fun working with some of the best journalists and storytellers in the business.
Richard’s proudest achievement is his three children. His two daughters are each working on their second degrees in university and his son is working in the financial industry in Toronto.
Richard loves the arts, football, hockey and is still a work in progress at running and golf. Reading is a passion. You will find him at WPG Cycle spinning at 6 a.m.
Favourite sayings: “Life moves pretty fast, if you don’t stop and look around once in a while you could miss it” — Ferris Bueller
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
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Author Archives
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Executive director of Main Street Project ousted amid Manitoba auditor general investigationThe executive director of one of Winnipeg's homeless shelter has been ousted while the entire organization undergoes an investigation and audit from the province's Auditor General.CrimeJul 17, 2020
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ANALYSIS: Economic report showcases frustration between Manitoba municipalities’ lack of co-operationIt’s easy to understand Shelly Hart’s frustration. The Mayor of East St. Paul inherited a long-festering dispute between the thriving bedroom community and the City of Winnipeg - and it's all over a single road.EconomyOct 31, 2019
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True North’s Mark Chipman to rally businesses, politicians for $40M addictions centreMark Chipman will rally the local business community and politicians at the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce lunch Friday to get behind a $40 million multi-level addictions treatment centre.HealthSep 27, 2019
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Glenwood residents concerned infill housing will change neighbourhoodMembers of the Glenwood community have fought against change in their Winnipeg neighbourhood – change they say will alter the character of Glenwood, bringing in up to four renters on lots where once a single-family home existed.PoliticsSep 16, 2019
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Decision 2019: The inside story with Richard CloutierThe Brian Pallister victory was thorough and his victory for the Progressive Conservatives shows the party is strong not only in rural Manitoba but suburban Winnipeg.PoliticsSep 11, 2019
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‘Be flexible and be smart’: Kinew says he would slow down health care changes, improve technologyIn a 25-minute sit down interview with the NDP leader, Kinew argues the changes made in Manitoba health care have occurred too quickly, and the PC leader ignored calls from doctors and nurses to slow down.PoliticsSep 5, 2019
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‘Tough love’: Pallister says he’s not afraid to say ‘No’ to get results in Manitoba health careBrian Pallister admits not everyone likes the changes he has made in healthcare, but the Manitoba Progressive Conservative leader says it is necessary and to expect more shifts in care if he is re-elected Premier next week.PoliticsSep 4, 2019
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Brian Pallister promises to serve entire term if elected Sept. 10Dispelling rumours of plans to bow out midway through a second term, Brian Pallister says he will serve an entire second term if the Tories are elected next week in Manitoba.PoliticsSep 3, 2019
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City of Winnipeg loses Chief PlannerWinnipeg’s Chief Planner Braden Smith is leaving the city for a job opportunity in BC's lower mainland.PoliticsJul 24, 2019
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Cloutier: As Humboldt Broncos crash victims’ families speak to tragic loss, I re-live my ownRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, is in Melfort Sask., covering the Humboldt bus crash sentencing hearing for Global News Radio.Jan 28, 2019
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On the front lines of Winnipeg’s meth crisisAs part of an in-depth investigation into the city's ongoing meth crisis, Global News / 680 CJOB journalists Richard Cloutier and Joe Scarpelli were given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the people on the front lines in the fight against meth. This is the first of a four-part series.CrimeOct 2, 2018
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Former mayor Glen Murray moving back to WinnipegOne of Winnipeg's former mayors is moving back to the city after a stint in Ontario as an MPP. Glen Murray announced Wednesday he will be joining a private IT firm.PoliticsSep 19, 2018
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Millions of taxpayer dollars could be used for highrise construction at True North SquarePublic funding from tax increment financing could be used directly for the construction of highrises at True North Square and the adjacent Sutton Place Hotel.EconomySep 10, 2018
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Richard Cloutier: 2018 Cycle of Hope — John Day, OregonRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays, reported in from John Day, OR., on his Cycle of Hope in support of Habitat for Humanity.Jul 11, 2018
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Richard Cloutier: 2018 Cycle of Hope — Redwood, OregonRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays, made it to Redwood, OR on the Cycle of Hope in support of Habitat for Humanity.Jul 9, 2018
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Richard Cloutier: 2018 Cycle of Hope — Eugene, OregonRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays, shares his adventures during the Cycle of Hope in support of Habitat for Humanity.Jul 6, 2018
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Richard Cloutier: 2018 Cycle of Hope — Tillamook, OregonRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays, shared his adventures during the Cycle of Hope in support of Habitat for Humanity.Jul 4, 2018
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Richard Cloutier: July 4 — Trump supporters can be found on the left coastRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays, shares tales of the road during his two-week long trek on the 2018 Cycle of Hope.Jul 4, 2018
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‘Lives are changed all around’: Winnipeggers begin 2018 Cycle of HopeRichard Cloutier, co-host of the News on 680 CJOB, 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays, shares his adventures during the Cycle of Hope in support of Habitat for Humanity.Jul 3, 2018
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CentrePort expects to build $100M rail terminal in WinnipegCentrePort Canada, the developer of a 20,000 acre inland port, has issued a request for proposals for a $100-million rail park.EconomyJun 7, 2018
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Winnipeggers describe their experience dealing with racism, sexismWhen was the first time you were called something negative or hurtful? A panel of Winnipeggers share their stories.Apr 6, 2018
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Winnipeg’s New Flyer Industries plugging in to Transit fleet upgradeWinnipeg-based New Flyer Industries is willing to be a true partner in converting Winnipeg Transit's fleet to electric buses.Apr 5, 2018
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Over-the-Counter Culture: Who pays for medication? How Pharmacare works in ManitobaIn Manitoba, Pharmacare's coverage is based on a family's total income and the cost eligible prescription medication.HealthApr 4, 2018
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Richard Cloutier: NDP’s Wab Kinew not ripping off the Band-AidWhen you fail to rip the Band-Aid off, what should take a day in politics can last for days, weeks even months.CanadaFeb 14, 2018