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Jess Balzer

Jess Balzer

Jess Balzer graduated from BCIT's Broadcast and Online Journalism program in 2016. She then started her journalism career in Fort St. John, followed by Victoria. In 2018, she moved to Prince George where she was a digital reporter for PrinceGeorgeMatters from 2018 to 2021. When the publication merged with the Prince George Citizen, Jess moved back home to the Lower Mainland and is now with Burnaby Now. Her husband, Kyle, works for our sister publication at the Tri-City News.
You can find Jess on Twitter @Balzer_Jess

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Recent Work by Jess

SFU takes top spot for sustainable cities and communities in 2023 Impact Rankings

SFU takes top spot for sustainable cities and communities in 2023 Impact Rankings

The post-secondary school also ranked fifth in the world for response on climate action.
Burnaby's housing prices continue upward swing

Burnaby's housing prices continue upward swing

Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver says housing prices in the region are up six per cent or more across all home types at the midway point of the year.
Here's where the cheapest — and most expensive — gas is in Burnaby currently

Here's where the cheapest — and most expensive — gas is in Burnaby currently

Gas prices see slight drop in Burnaby.
$10K provincial funding to help improve this Burnaby street's safety

$10K provincial funding to help improve this Burnaby street's safety

"Projects like improved crosswalks, traffic-calming measures and safety planning help prevent dangerous driving, giving people confidence and keeping communities safely connected."
Burnaby child care provider earns lifetime achievement award

Burnaby child care provider earns lifetime achievement award

Gilmore Preschool also earned a provincial legacy award.
You can now view Burnaby, New West ER wait times online

You can now view Burnaby, New West ER wait times online

"We recognize that some patients and their loved ones are experiencing longer-than-usual emergency department wait times which can be frustrating and cause concern for loved ones."
Telus donates $20K to Burnaby-based puppy society

Telus donates $20K to Burnaby-based puppy society

“The support enables us to focus on transforming little puppies into life-changing service dogs.”
Burnaby Lakers drop 2023 season opener

Burnaby Lakers drop 2023 season opener

Lakers lose by 15 to Langley Thunder.
Burnaby FC reveals summer camp schedule

Burnaby FC reveals summer camp schedule

Camps will be led by technical director Kevin Julian and Burnaby FC coaching staffs.
Burnaby community safety organizations receive $80K in funding

Burnaby community safety organizations receive $80K in funding

"By working together with community partners, we are creating stronger, more resilient communities."
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