Gord Macdonald
Global News
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Contact Gord
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Gord:
Man shot and killed inside Port Alberni home: RCMP
Port Alberni officers said there is no threat to neighbours in the area where the shooting happened and there is no connection to gangs or organized crime. → Read More
16 injured, three critically, after bus and two vehicles collide in Abbotsford
BC Emergency Health Services said six ground ambulances and an air ambulance were immediately dispatched to the scene Tuesday morning. → Read More
Thompson Rivers University apologizes for accepting law students then putting them on waitlist
In a statement to Global News, spokesperson Todd Hauptman said it's common for post-secondary institutions to accept more students than the seats in the program. → Read More
Person found dead in basement suite after fire breaks out in Surrey Monday
Surrey Fire and Rescue confirmed Monday morning a body was found in the basement suite but they have not provided any further details at this time. → Read More
B.C. judge rejects Meng Wanzhou’s request to ease bail conditions
Lawyers for the Huawei executive had been asking she be allowed to move around the region unescorted during the day and guards only posted outside her home at night. → Read More
Suspect at large and may be armed following high-speed crash in Surrey
Surrey RCMP said following the crash, two people got out of the vehicle and ran away. → Read More
6 thoroughbred horses seized from Mission, B.C., property suffering from injuries, neglect
The horses are now receiving veterinary treatment at a BC SPCA foster home while they recover from their injuries. → Read More
COVID-19 confirmed at Delta B.C. secondary school
B.C. health officials reported 317 new cases of COVID-19 from Friday to Monday and six new deaths. → Read More
Use of electric-vehicle charging stations back to pre-pandemic levels: BC Hydro
In February, the utility recorded more than 21,000 sessions at its 70 fast-charging stations across the province. → Read More
Langley man accused of killing sibling, mother and her boyfriend in house fire
Shortly after the fire at the home near 197 Street and Wakefield Drive, IHIT said one of those killed, a resident of the home, had been the victim of a homicide. → Read More
Vancouver police searching for missing teen
Quinn Beshara has been missing since 8:30 p.m. Thursday. His family and police are extremely concerned for his well-being. → Read More
Vancouver police search for high-risk missing teen
Quinn Beshara has been missing since 8:30 p.m. Thursday. His family and police are extremely concerned for his well-being. → Read More
Coronavirus: White Rock Pier reopens to the public
Waterfront parking lots will return to regular operation within a week. → Read More
Woman seriously injured in early morning assault in Vancouver
Police were called to East Georgia Street and Gore Avenue just before 3:30 a.m. → Read More
Hit-and-run in Vancouver leaves cyclist with serious injuries
The collision happened at about 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday at Nanaimo Street and East 24 Avenue, police said. The vehicle reportedly fled north on Nanaimo. → Read More
Witnesses urged to come forward following alleged assault in downtown Vancouver
The woman involved in the alleged incident wasn't hurt, police say, but officers believe there was a large crowd in the area at the time. → Read More
B.C First Nation chiefs demand halt to Coastal GasLink pipeline work amid COVID-19
In an open letter, the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs says continued construction on the controversial project is increasing the risk of coronavirus transmission. → Read More
UBC moving to online classes, UVic suspens large classes amid coronavirus crisis
In addition, the University of Victoria says instructors have been advised to cancel classes with more than 250 students. → Read More
Metro Vancouver braces for another round of snow that could impact afternoon commute
Snowfall warnings are in effect for Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. → Read More
Victim in Maple Ridge homicide identified as talented soccer player
Police are asking those who knew Edi Bogere-Nyigwo to come forward. → Read More