Ryerson School of Journalism
Rene St. Gelais is a hockey mom. With her three kids in hockey, she spends most of her nights and weekends at the rink. But, this isn't unusual in the town of Stouffville, Ontario. Hockey is a lifestyle for most families in this town.
Nicole created this documentary alongside four of her classmates as part of the TV documentary course at Ryerson University. Nicole reported, wrote the script, conducted the interviews and helped shoot the video (premiered on November 27, 2018).
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From addiction to recovery: Calgary man dedicates life to helping city's most vulnerable
It's not his day job, but Randy Cotterhill spends almost all of his spare time helping Calgarians in need.
Published on calgary.ctvnews.ca on January 3, 2023
'We're pretty sure the monkey is the culprit': Calgary's most haunted houses and spooky stories
Calgary has its fair share of haunted houses and spooky stories that range from fun to frightening.
Published on calgary.ctvnews.ca on October 31, 2022
'We're hurt': Family seeks answers and justice after Calgary man fatally assaulted
The family of a Calgary man who was fatally assaulted last weekend in the Rundle neighbourhood is calling for upgraded charges.
Published on calgary.ctvnews.ca on October 30, 2022
Banff working to prevent further violence in wake of recent homicides
The mayor of Banff says the town is working to prevent acts of violence following two homicides just weeks apart in the same block.
Published on calgary.ctvnews.ca on September 6, 2022
Saskatchewan mom says province isn't offering therapy that could save son's sight
A Saskatoon mother is pushing for the Saskatchewan government to approve a treatment that would help save her six-year-old son's vision.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on June 9, 2022
Saskatoon woman's family comes face to face with one of four accused in her death
Family and supporters of a Saskatoon woman who is the victim of homicide came face to face with one of four people accused in connection to her death.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on June 2, 2022
Saskatchewan woman considers leaving province to speed up kidney transplant
A Regina woman says she is considering leaving the province in order to get a kidney transplant faster.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on March 18, 2022
A Saskatoon man deposited a $21,000 cheque. Only $210 showed up in his account.
A Saskatoon man was shocked to learn a $21,000 cheque he deposited was mistakenly registered by his bank as $210.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on March 2, 2022
'It's right across the board': Sask. reports record number of overdose deaths in 2021
Marie Agioritis' son is one of the nearly 1,500 people believed to have died of an overdose in Saskatchewan in the last six years.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on January 12, 2022
'I couldn't protect him': Woman's dog killed in vicious Saskatoon dog park attack
A woman in Saskatoon is calling for owners to keep their dogs under control while in off-leash parks after her Terrier mix was viciously attacked and killed earlier this week.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on November 25, 2021
Former RuPaul's Drag Race contestant collaborates with Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra
A former contestant on RuPaul's Drag Race is bringing her charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent to the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on October 22, 2021
Saskatoon Indigenous-run hip hop record label aims to give young people a platform
An Indigenous-run hip hop record label in Saskatoon hopes to give young people a platform to inspire others.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on October 20, 2021
Saskatoon woman recounts hearing 'huge crash' when a truck slammed into the front of her house
Holly Parent, her husband and her son were at home when a truck smashed into the front of their house in the Dundonald neighbourhood early Wednesday morning.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on August 18, 2021
'It's a nightmare': Saskatoon man worries for his family, business in India as COVID-19 cases surge
Bob Behari moved to Canada from India 43 years ago and says it has been hard not being able to visit his family there due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on April 23, 2021
Family, supporters of Colten Boushie still seeking 'radical change' to justice system
It's been three years since Saskatchewan farmer Gerald Stanley was acquitted in the shooting death of Colten Boushie, a 22-year-old Indigenous man. Boushie's family and supporters say they're still seeking justice.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on February 11, 2021
'I got a sword above my headboard in case I need it': How some describe life inside a Saskatoon condo building
Isaias Ruiz bought his unit at Prairie Heights a month and a half ago. He hoped to move in with his pregnant wife and brother, but after seeing the conditions inside, he feels that's no longer an option.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on February 5, 2021
'Living in a war zone': Saskatoon condo owner takes loss, sells at $25K to exit problem-plagued building
Geoff Wilkie bought a condo at Prairie Heights in Saskatoon's Pleasant Hill neighbourhood about 12 years ago. What he thought would be a great investment turned into a constant source of stress.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on February 4, 2021
Front-line worker says COVID-19 pandemic presents 'playground for traffickers' in Saskatoon, hopes proposed legislation will help victims
A front-line worker in Saskatoon who helps women exiting the sex trade says she hopes the province's proposed human trafficking legislation will encourage more people to come forward.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on December 11, 2020
Family 'racing against the clock' to get loved one out of Saskatoon long-term care home with COVID-19 outbreak
Julie Dell believed a long-term care home would be the right place for her 63-year-old father who has a degenerative disease called Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) — a debilitating brain condition.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on December 9, 2020
Saskatoon pharmacist experiences ongoing fatigue, gaps in memory months after contracting COVID-19
A Saskatoon pharmacist is urging people to take COVID-19 seriously after he contracted the infection in late March and says he is still experiencing symptoms eight months later.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on November 26, 2020
'I just couldn't believe it:' Photographer captures Saskatoon beaver bursting through ice 'like Superman'
A Saskatoon-based beaver has become a viral video star after a local photographer and nature enthusiast filmed it bursting through a frozen pond last week.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on October 30, 2020
How a long-lost canoe's 'bittersweet' return could help revive a traditional craft in a Sask. Cree community'
A hand-made canoe crafted in the early 1970s by a master builder in northern Saskatchewan has made its journey home after being stored somewhere unexpected for decades.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on October 30, 2020
Man who killed Saskatoon father of five sentenced to life in prison, no chance of parole for 13 years
Dallin Singharath, the 21-year-old man who shot and killed Tyler Applegate in his own backyard in July 2017, has been sentenced to life in prison and will not be allowed to apply for parole for 13 years.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on June 26, 2020
'We're heartbroken': Vigil held for Saskatoon woman who died after being hit by a vehicle in parking lot
A candlelight vigil was held Monday night for a 23-year-old woman who died after being hit by a vehicle in a Saskatoon parking lot over the weekend.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on June 8, 2020
'Something I've always wanted': Sask. teen set to perform on NBC's World of Dance
A teen from Warman is set to take centre stage at a dance competition on a major U.S. television network.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on May 26, 2020
'I'm so sad': Artists disappointed but understanding after Junos cancelled in Saskatoon
Canadian reggae artist Jay Douglas found out that the Juno Awards Show had been cancelled on his flight to Saskatoon.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on March 13, 2020
'The system is broken': New report finds 30 per cent of Canadian inmates are Indigenous
A new report from a federal prison watchdog identified a 'disturbing' trend among Canadian inmates.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on January 23, 2020
'To find her alive was unbelievable': Dog recovers after being shot on family farm
A dog is recovering from a gunshot wound after she was shot on her family farm last week, according to the owners.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on January 2, 2020
'He'd start by tickling you': Survivors share their stories of sexual abuse in new documentary
A new documentary about a sexual abuse survivor's court battle with the Catholic Church kicked off the third annual Hot Docs Showcase in Sault Ste. Marie Wednesday night.
Published on northernontario.ctvnews.ca on November 14, 2019
Saskatoon skin care and cosmetics company named official sponsor of the Daytime Emmys
A local skin care and cosmetics company has been chosen as the official gift lounge sponsor at the 46th annual Daytime Emmy Awards.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on March 22, 2019
Yorkton woman gets married in Christchurch, NZ following deadly terror attacks
For one Saskatchewan-born woman, the New Zealand terror attacks came at what should have been a very happy time.
Published on saskatoon.ctvnews.ca on March 18, 2019