Jayden Wasney
Video Journalist
Jayden Wasney joined Global Okanagan as a video journalist in June 2022.
His previous media experience includes a six-month stint with CTV Lethbridge and working for just under a year as an online reporter for Castanet in Kelowna.
Now back in the Okanagan, he’s eager to continue bringing stories that matter to local viewers.
His love for broadcasting is thanks to his grandfather, former broadcaster Lorne Ball. Jayden says whenever he needs advice or feedback, his grandpa is always his first choice.
After earning his diploma in broadcasting from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in 2020, Jayden knew he was one step closer to being the next broadcaster in his family — a dream he’s wanted to accomplish since he was a teenager.
When he’s not working, Jayden enjoys being outdoors near any body of water he can find. He also enjoys playing or watching hockey and spending time with his family and friends.
Contact Jayden Wasney
Video Archives
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Tips to get through Blue Monday
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Vernon SOGI event cancelled after venue receives backlash
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Vernon’s Animal Auxiliary in desperate need of support
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Search for missing senior continues, but VSAR stood down
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Hiker’s death prompts safety message from COSAR
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Dry, warm winter could spell trouble for wildfire season
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Recap of the McDougall Creek Wildfire
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Most shoppers sticking to a budget this Boxing Day
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Kelowna senior helps fund school meal program
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Shelter Cove recognized for being FireSmart community
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Swabbing for stem cells
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Global Okanagan News at 5: December 13, 2023
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Concern over closure of banks in the North Okanagan
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New 25-bed shelter opens in Salmon Arm
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More funding needed for Greater Vernon Cultural Centre
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Search for Air Canada employee who saved a life
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Vernon couple living in RV allowed to stay
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Two men help rescue trapped deer
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Construction at Big White reaching pre-pandemic levels
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BCFGA looking at ways to improve apple marketing
Author Archives
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Water main break forces two-week closure of Central Okanagan elementary schoolThe school’s main waterline will need to undergo extensive repairs over the next two weeks, but the school board is working to ensure students can continue learning.EducationJan 14
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BC experiences record-breaking electricity demand amid cold snap, says BC HydroAccording to the utility company, residents consumed 11,300 megawatts of electricity in just one hour on Friday night.ConsumerJan 14
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Ukrainian musician making tour stop in Kelowna, raising funds for her homelandProceeds from the event will be going towards the purchase of medical equipment for those on the frontlines in Ukraine, and an auction will also be featured at each tour stop.EntertainmentJan 14
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17 temperature records broken in B.C. on Saturday as cold snap continuesA total of 17 communities across the province recorded their coldest-ever temperatures for Jan. 13, including 10 in the Interior region.WeatherJan 14
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Junior hockey: Rockets defeat Cougars in a shootout, Warriors fall to Capitals in overtimeThe Kelowna Rockets earned a weekend split against Prince George, while the West Kelowna Warriors fell to the Cowichan Valley Capitals in overtime.SportsJan 14
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Okanagan man frustrated as attempts to host SOGI discussions cancelled"SOGI (proponents) can present their (views), our side can present theirs, and then the people can walk away with the information and make their own decisions."EducationJan 12
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Search for missing North Okanagan senior continues, but VSAR told to stand downRobert Baines, 83, was last seen in Ponderosa Way area of Coldstream on the morning of January 2, where RCMP say he was visiting his daughter.InvestigationsJan 9
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Junior hockey: Rockets grounded by Wild, Warriors fall to BucksThe Kelowna Rockets gave up five unanswered goals on Saturday, and that proved to be costly, meanwhile the West Kelowna Warriors lost on home ice for the first time since Nov. 14.SportsJan 7
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One dead after missing helicopter found near Revelstoke, B.C.The deceased is said to have been the only occupant of the helicopter and was reportedly travelling from Calgary to Sicamous.InvestigationsJan 7
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West Kelowna fire crews quick to prevent kitchen fire from spreadingWest Kelowna Fire Rescue received reports of smoke billowing from the garage of a home on Ridge Estates Drive around 9:30 p.m. Saturday. They found the fire in the kitchen.FireJan 7
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Novice driver in Kelowna, B.C., handed pair of tickets, vehicle impoundedA novice driver in Kelowna was issued a $483 ticket for excessive speeding and a $109 ticket for failing to display their “N” sign. Their vehicle was also impounded.CanadaJan 7
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Public help sought in locating South Okanagan woman with violent historyThe BC Highway Patrol is seeking Michelle Babette Lawrence, 48, who is wanted on several warrants. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on a non-emergency number.CrimeJan 7
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Rockslide spreads debris on Westside Road, traffic slows in West Kelowna areaDrive BC says it is aware of the slide and that crews are on the scene to clear debris. Traffic is expected to return to normal around 5:30 p.m.TrafficDec 31, 2023
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Junior hockey: Rockets win thriller over Calgary, Warriors fall to Spruce Kings in OTThe Kelowna Rockets took down in the Calgary Hitmen in a high-scoring affair, while the West Kelowna Warriors earned a crucial point in an overtime loss to Prince George.SportsDec 31, 2023
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Kelowna Rockets announce NYE trade with Medicine Hat, acquiring Oliver, B.C.-born forwardThe Rockets acquired 18-year-old forward Brett Calhoon from the Tigers in exchange for 18-year-old forward Marcus Pacheco. The trade brings the Oliver-born Calhoon closer to home.SportsDec 31, 2023
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Christmas tree recycling program returns to Central OkanaganThose looking to drop off a tree are asked to remove any decorations and tinsel that may be haning on as well any materials used for transportation.EnvironmentDec 31, 2023
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Tanker hauling hazardous cargo caught fire Friday, B.C. Hwy. 97 closed as a precautionThe cause of the fire has not been determined, but RCMP said the source may have been a mechical issue. The province is said to be investigating, as well.FireDec 31, 2023
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RCMP reminding public to plan a safe ride home this New Year’s EveAccording to ICBC, 21 per cent of fatal crashes in the B.C. involve impaired driving. Each year, those crashes claim the lives of around 60 people.CanadaDec 31, 2023
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B.C. weather: Warm, dry winter could spell trouble when wildfire season arrives“If we have a low snowpack continue into those months, and then warm temperatures for an early snow melt, then we may be out of snow quite early.”CanadaDec 29, 2023
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Inflation, high cost of living impacting the way many spend on Boxing Day in Kelowna, B.C.With the high cost of living, inflation holding steady at 3.1 per cent in November in Canada, many shoppers say they have to stick to a strict budget.CanadaDec 26, 2023
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Kelowna senior raises record amount for local school meal programWith the help of Bev and other local donors, students will once again be able to access a variety of healthy food options from the school’s main office.FeaturesDec 20, 2023
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Central Okanagan neighbourhood named Canada’s latest FireSmart communityThe FireSmart neighbourhood recognition program is a Canada-wide initiative that acknowledges communities that have taken proactive measures to minimize the risks of a wildfire.CanadaDec 19, 2023
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Lake Country RCMP impound five vehicles in 6 daysFrom Dec. 10 to 15th, four vehicles were taken off the road for impaired driving, and another for excessive speeding.CrimeDec 17, 2023
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BC Conservatives select former RCMP officer to represent West Kelowna-PeachlandMacklin McCall spent 19 years as an RCMP officer and has lived in the Okanagan his entire life, including the last 15 years in West Kelowna.PoliticsDec 17, 2023
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Junior hockey: Rockets cap off road trip with win over Saskatoon, Warriors stun VeesThe Kelowna Rockets return home from their Eastern Conference road trip with eight of a possible 10 points. And the West Kelowna Warriors have won nine of their last 10 games.SportsDec 17, 2023