Global News Names Mercedes Stephenson New Ottawa Bureau Chief
June 25, 2018
GLOBAL NEWS NAMES MERCEDES STEPHENSON NEW OTTAWA BUREAU CHIEF
Stephenson Also Appointed New Permanent Host of The West Block
Mercedes Stephenson
For Immediate Release
OTTAWA, June 26, 2018 – Global News is pleased to announce the appointment of Mercedes Stephenson as the network’s new Ottawa Bureau Chief. Stephenson also becomes the permanent host of Global News’ flagship political affairs program, The West Block.
Stephenson, a well-established political journalist, joins Global News from CTV News and CTV News Channel, where she has served for the past seven years as a parliamentary correspondent and occasional backup host of their daily political affairs program.
“We are excited to bring on an incredibly talented journalist to help lead our coverage from the nation’s capital,” said Troy Reeb, Senior Vice-President, News, Radio and Station Operations for Corus Entertainment.
“Her passion and experience speak for themselves, and her appointment signals our continued dedication to providing Canadians with the very best political reporting.”
Born and raised in Calgary, Stephenson brings a wealth of expertise to her new role. She has extensively covered Parliament, party politics and the Supreme Court, with extensive knowledge in the areas of defence, security and international affairs. Stephenson also served two terms as a Director of the Parliamentary Press Gallery.
“I am delighted to be joining the phenomenal team at Global News,” said Mercedes Stephenson. “I look forward to bringing Canadians the smart, sharp political coverage they expect on television, radio and online.”
Stephenson’s appointment is effective July 23rd. A new politically-packed season of The West Block with Stephenson at the helm will premiere on Global Television and Global News Radio this coming fall.
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Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B) is a leading media and content company that creates and delivers high quality brands and content across platforms for audiences around the world. The company’s portfolio of multimedia offerings encompasses 44 specialty television services, 39 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, a global content business, digital assets, live events, children’s book publishing, animation software, technology and media services. Corus’ roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Canada, HGTV Canada, Food Network Canada, HISTORY®, Showcase, National Geographic Channel, Q107, CKNW, Fresh Radio, Disney Channel Canada, YTV and Nickelodeon Canada. Visit Corus at www.corusent.com.
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