Radio & Television

Global News readies three hour special from Canada’s official birthday celebration

OTTAWA – Global News is readying a live broadcast of Saturday’s Canada Day celebrations from Parliament Hill.Hosted by Ottawa bureau chief and The West Block host Vassy Kapelos, the 25-camera broadcast will air across Global Television and Corus Radio stations from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM ET on July 1 plus showcase festivities at other venues across Canada and the Canada Day party in London England’s Trafalgar Square. The broadcast will include remarks from His Royal Highness Prince Charles, the Duke of Wales, Governor General David Johnston, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other dignitaries, as well as include a special performance by...