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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Calgary residents fed up with “garbage tornado” aftermath -
Alberta runners begin 611km relay to raise addictions awareness -
Memorial grows for 16-year-old killed in Calgary assault -
While condo prices continue to plunge, increasing fees should be considered -
GlobalFest moving to Spruce Meadows for 2026 event -
As Mahogany community mourns latest drowning death, parents call for change -
Calgary father accused of killing children appears in court Monday -
Parents push Ottawa for more online protection -
Spring storm with violent winds, up to 50 centimetres of snow pummels Alberta -
What does this late season snowfall mean for Calgary’s spring? -
‘Forever Canadian’ petition organizer campaigns as separation sentiment grows -
Calgary man found guilty of drugging, kidnapping, assaulting at least 7 women -
Alberta independence petition leaders say signature requirement reached -
Opportunities abound for 1st-time homebuyers as housing market softens -
Calgary’s final ‘drive to zero’ video released with emotional plea -
Price of diesel fuel set to impact Canadians’ everyday lives -
Rising fuel prices have Canadians reconsidering their vehicle, vacation
Author Archives
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Victim suffers “life-threatening injuries” after Bow Tr. collisionCalgary police say a crash between a vehicle and pedestrian at the corner of 37 St. and Bow Trail SW has left one person with serious, life-threatening injuries.CanadaJun 5
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City of Calgary working to fix smell of ‘garbage juice’ affecting southeast residentsThe City of Calgary believes it's found the source of a persistent, pungent odour that's plagued residents near the Shepard Waste Management Facility for years.CanadaJun 5
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Upcoming closure of Highland Park daycare leaves parents ‘scrambling’ for optionsThe upcoming closure of a long-standing daycare in Calgary's Highland Park area is said to leave a void in the community, and parents scrambling for a new spot for their children.CanadaJun 5
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Viral videos show Calgary Transit buses running red lights, stop signsTwo viral videos from May show Calgary Transit buses failing to abide by traffic signals. Calgary Transit is reviewing the incidents and will follow up with the bus drivers.CanadaJun 5
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Calgary police investigating southeast shootingCalgary police say a man who is in hospital in stable condition after being shot in the Forest Lawn neighbourhood Friday morning is being 'unco-operative' with the investigation.CrimeJun 5
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Strong start to Calgary’s tourism season leads to optimistic outlookAfter more than 10 million people visited Calgary in 2025, Tourism Calgary expects this year to be even stronger — with a substantial increase in visitors to the city already.CanadaJun 4
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Calgary police issue warning to public following trio of impaired driving crashesIn the span of less than four hours on Wednesday evening, police say three crashes — each of them involving several vehicles — are attributed to impaired drivers.CrimeJun 4
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Man left with ‘life-altering injuries’ after daylight Beltline shooting in public parkActing Staff Sgt. Cory Der said the mid-afternoon shooting at Connaught Park was a 'brazen act of public violence' that left a man with life-altering injuries.CrimeJun 4
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Lethbridge police seize nearly 3 dozen firearms found in west-side homeA 59-year-old Lethbridge man is facing more than a dozen charges after a criminal harassment investigation led officers to discover a cache of 34 weapons inside a home in the city.CrimeJun 4
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Cochrane RCMP seize nearly $500,000 in drugs, arrest 4A pair of drug busts in May have netted Cochrane RCMP nearly half a million dollars in drugs and charges against four Alberta residents.CanadaJun 4
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Red Deer woman’s 31-month wait for MRI sparks fear and anger: ‘Really unreasonable’Linda Burns was referred for a MRI due to pain in her neck suspected to be serious — but her appointment letter from AHS revealed it won't happen until the end of 2028.HealthJun 3
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Okotoks man charged after thousands of child sexual exploitation photos foundA 35-year-old Alberta man is facing charges after the disturbing discovery of thousands of child sexual exploitation photos and videos late last month, police say.CrimeJun 3
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Calgary medical clinic site of potential measles exposure, province saysThe province says the exposure happened at a clinic in the Westhills area back on May 11. Anyone who may have been there in a two-hour timeframe in the late morning may be exposed.HealthJun 3
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Alberta rolling out 3-in-1 identification in July to streamline servicesThe new Alberta driver's licences and ID cards will include a resident's health numbers and citizenship markers — a move the province says will streamline access to services.CanadaJun 3
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Canadian Olympians Sarault, Kingsbury named Calgary Stampede parade marshalsCourtney Sarault and Mikael Kingsbury both donned the red and white at the Olympic Winter Games a few months ago — as well as six combined medals.CanadaJun 3
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Heavy rainfall, snowpack melt has Canmore dealing with localized floodingThe Bow River is pushing its banks in the mountain town of Canmore, causing some basements to flood and bringing back memories from a severe deluge of water in 2013.WeatherJun 2
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Calgary’s Scotia Place project moving along according to schedule, budgetCalgary city officials say work on the Scotia Place event centre project is both on time and on budget as the facility begins to take shape just 15 months away from opening.CanadaJun 2
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Canadian teachers’ groups condemn use of notwithstanding clauseTeachers' organizations across Canada say provincial governments are using the notwithstanding clause to 'terminate legitimate labour disputes' more frequently than ever before.CanadaJun 2
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Calgary police ask cyclists to prepare for bike theft seasonWhile less than 100 stolen bicycles have been reported to Calgary police in 2026, officers say the peak is ahead and that number could end up closer to the 1,292 reported in 2025.CrimeJun 2
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CFL’s new broadcast rights present opportunities, questionsThe CFL has inked a landmark broadcast rights deal that the league promises will bring three-down football to new audiences. Where does it leave teams and current fans?SportsMay 29
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Calgary residents tired of barrage of trash from ‘garbage tornado’Residents of the southeast Calgary neighbourhoods of Copperfield and New Brighton say it's disappointing to see garbage left in nearby ponds after a major wind event last month.EnvironmentMay 19
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Several garages destroyed, homes damaged by overnight fire in southwest CalgaryOne home was severely damaged, three garages were destroyed and several other homes and garages were damaged by an early morning fire in southwest Calgary.FireMay 12
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As condo prices fall, potential buyers should factor in rising fees, experts sayCondo prices have steadily fallen over the past year, leaving first-time buyers in a good position. But condo fees are rising and special assessments are becoming more common.ConsumerMay 8
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Calgary’s GlobalFest moving locations, leaving community in lurchThe long-standing Calgary multicultural festival will be leaving Elliston Park after 23 years. Community leaders say it will be a massive blow to the area.EntertainmentMay 6
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Another Calgary lake drowning prompts renewed calls for safety improvementsA 12-year-old boy who just recently moved to Canada with his family has been identified as the person who drowned in Lake Mahogany, a community lake in Calgary.InvestigationsMay 5