Skylar Peters
Digital Journalist
Skylar Peters is a digital journalist at Global Calgary.
He was previously a reporter with Global Winnipeg and a news anchor with 680 CJOB and brought four years of media experience to those role.
Skylar’s journey in journalism began after completing his education at Lethbridge College in southern Alberta. While in college, he kick-started his career by earning the Troy Reeb scholarship, offering him on-the-job experience at Global Toronto and Global Ottawa.
Prior to joining CJOB, Skylar worked at TSN 1290 in Winnipeg. In his time with CJOB, Skylar made significant contributions to the news gathering team and was included in several RTDNA nominations.
Outside of work Skylar enjoys outdoor activities like golfing, snowboarding, biking, and cheering for his favourite teams: The Seattle Seahawks, the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Toronto Blue Jays.
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Video Archives
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Investigation underway after 11-year-old struck by CTrain
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Residents of Calgary mobile home park raise concerns over safety after break-in
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Alberta Health Services warns of measles exposures in Canmore, Banff and Calgary
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Calgary man perplexed by mistaken appliance purchase
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Calgary city council debates future of Viscount Bennett land development
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In politically charged market, Canadians still chasing the best deal
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Long-term campground users face eviction after Alberta town changes rules
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Calgary businesses rethink future amid lingering trade tensions
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Alberta drivers see gas prices drop as carbon pricing ends
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Drumheller’s iconic Tyra the T-Rex faces possible extinction
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University of Calgary study explores low-impact development
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Fatal crash closes Crowchild Trail in Calgary
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Calgary’s mayor optimistic during state of the city address
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New faces and new ridings: Calgary’s role in a tight federal election
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Calgary girls soccer team caught up in Heathrow closure
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2 Tesla fires in Calgary believed to be arson
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Safer Calgary touting first-month results
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WestJet passengers who were stranded in Cancun struggle to receive compensation
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Calgary city council votes to cover police budget shortfall
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Alberta announces 3 new schools for northeast Calgary
Author Archives
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Calgary man shares details of his month-long nightmare of buying a new fridgeCalgarian Marko Jovanovic make a quick stop at his local Rona in early month to pick up a new fridge, but it turned into a month-long struggle to get his money back.ConsumerApr 9
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Albertans frustrated with stock market losses: ‘It’s a manufactured situation’It's almost a universal feeling — the anxiety and despair you might experience while looking at your investments right now.EconomyApr 7
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Long-term residents of Alberta campground face housing dilemmaSome long-term residents of a campground in Didsbury are being forced to make a tough decision after the town changed its reservation system, leaving their spots up for grabs.CanadaApr 3
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Calgarians celebrate end of consumer carbon tax: “It’s a nice change”Calgary drivers were happy to see a drop in fuel prices on Tuesday - as the end of the federal Consumer Carbon Tax took effect.CanadaApr 1
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Calgary police investigating fatal crash on Crowchild TrailCalgary police say one person was killed in a crash and vehicle fire on Crowchild Trail S.W. Wednesday morning near the Calgary Military Museums.TrafficMar 26
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Calgary mayor shares message of optimism at ‘State of the City’ addressJyoti Gondek delivered a wide-ranging but generally optimistic speech at her annual State of the City address — believing Calgary is ready to face current economic challenges.CanadaMar 25
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Calgarians gear up for 2025 federal election: ‘This one matters more’There will be a lot to watch in Calgary as the federal election kicks off, from new candidates to a brand-new electoral district.PoliticsMar 24
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Stranded WestJet passengers fight for compensation: ‘It’s the communication’After spending the better part of two days in the Cancun airport earlier this year, several WestJet passengers have seen their compensation claims denied by the airline.ConsumerMar 19
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Alberta to take ‘a big hit’ from Donald Trump’s tariffs, economist saysAn economist from the University of Calgary says the impact of sweeping American tariffs on Canadian imports could plunge Alberta and the rest of Canada into a recession.EconomyMar 3
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One person dead following police shooting in southeast CalgaryOne person is dead after a Calgary Police Service officer was involved in a shooting in the 6000 block of 17 Ave. S.E. in Penbrooke Meadows on Wednesday morning.CrimeFeb 19
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Bow Valley groups band together to prevent devastating wildfiresA massive effort is underway in the Bow Valley, west of Calgary, to protect the area from a similarly disastrous that hit the town of Jasper, Alberta in the summer of 2024.EnvironmentFeb 13
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Driver charged in Gaudreau deaths says brothers were more impaired than himSean M. Higgins' lawyers are claiming that the Gaudreaus' blood alcohol was higher than his in an attempt to get his charges dropped.TrendingFeb 5
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‘We need to get home’: Calgary WestJet passengers stranded in CancunHundreds of WestJet passengers have been stuck in Cancun for two extra days after maintenance issues with their aircraft.CanadaFeb 1
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Amended Calgary rules attempt to ‘level the playing field’ between Uber, taxisCalgary city councillors approved changes to the city's vehicle-for-hire bylaw on Tuesday, aiming to make the sector more competitive.CanadaJan 29
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Calgary Police searching for suspect in southwest assaultA man was rushed to hospital with multiple serious injuries following an attack at a home on 39th St. SW on Friday afternoon, according to Calgary Police.CrimeJan 25
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The curious case of a Calgary man and an alleged bitcoin noteA Calgary man experiencing homelessness set out for answers after being handed a note claiming to be worth one Bitcoin - which is currently worth tens of thousands of dollars.CanadaDec 31, 2024
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Calgary business out nearly $5,000 after alleged refund fraudSmall businesses rely on credit card purchases, but one company is taking a hard hit following an alleged fraud and says it’s getting little support from its service providers.MoneyDec 27, 2024
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Alberta animal rescue looking for support after vehicle fireAn Alberta animal rescue is dealing with a sudden loss after a road trip took an unexpected turn. Now, they're asking the public for help so they can return to full capacity.CanadaNov 12, 2024
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Marda Loop businesses deal with ‘frustrating’ water shutdownAfter battling construction woes for years, businesses in Calgary's Marda Loop area had another hurdle to overcome on Friday - a water main break shutting off the taps.CanadaNov 1, 2024
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Calgary police continue to investigate death at SAIT residenceCalgary police are investigating an undetermined death at a residence on the SAIT campus.Oct 17, 2024
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How to commemorate Orange Shirt Day in Calgary and Southern AlbertaCalgary, Medicine Hat, Lethbridge, Banff and other southern Alberta communities will mark Orange Shirt Day on Monday. Here's how to take part.CanadaSep 27, 2024
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Moraine Road RV residents get temporary extension while city seeks long-term solutionA group of Calgarians who live in RVs parked on the side of a road will be able to stay a little longer as the city works on a long-term solution.CanadaSep 20, 2024
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Calgary police searching for sexual assault suspect after attack at swimming holeThe alleged assault happened in front of several families, with the victim's mother sitting nearby.CrimeSep 19, 2024
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2nd suspect in Rocky View County highway shooting arrested on homicide charge: Alberta RCMPMounties in Alberta have arrested 28-year-old Elijah Strawberry, who had been on the run for 38 days, accused of second-degree murder in a Rocky View County shooting on Aug. 6.CrimeSep 13, 2024
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Owners who live in their RV fight City of Calgary over long-term parking: ‘They have no solutions’Nearly a dozen RV owners have formed a community along a northeast Calgary street for years — but now, their unique way of life is under threat from city officials.LifestyleSep 5, 2024