Andrew Benson
Digital Broadcast Journalist
Andrew Benson is a Digital Broadcast Journalist with Global Regina.
Andrew graduated from the University of Regina School of Journalism during which he interned at CTV News and the Rod Pederson Show. He began his career in journalism with Global Regina as a freelancer before moving into a full-time position. During his education and career he has received a number of awards including the Bill Cameron Award in Journalism, the Saskatchewan Association of Broadcasters Ed Rawlinson Award, CTV Journalistic Writing Award and Bell Media Award in Journalism. Some of Andrew’s career highlights include filming and directing a documentary, and being the lead online reporter for the 2022 Grey Cup coverage in Regina.
When Andrew is not busy reporting he enjoys playing sports and watching movies.
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Video Archives
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5-year-old hit while crossing the street in school zone: Regina police
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How the pride festival has changed in Saskatchewan over 50 years
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How the James Smith Cree Nation killing spree is changing the RCMP
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From photos to pit manoeuvers: How the James Smith Cree Nation killing spree is changing the RCMP
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Lawyer for trucker who caused deadly Humboldt Broncos crash says families have no right to sue
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Global News at 6 Saskatoon: May 21
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‘A good friend’: Saskatchewan honours the memory of football legend Jim Hopson
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Lack of rain means Saskatchewan producers get a head start on seeding
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Michael Gordon Jackson found guilty in COVID-19 abduction trial
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Closing arguments presented in Michael Gordon Jackson abduction case
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Court offers look into final moments before arrest in COVID-19 abduction trial
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‘Distrust of police’: Michael Gordon Jackson abduction trial continues in Regina
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Multiple friends testify at COVID-19 abduction trial in Regina
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Saskatchewan teachers will work-to-rule as talks with province hit another snag
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Cockroach crawls around Cornwall Centre Edo Japan, temporarily closes restaurant
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‘You don’t want anyone killed’: Neudorf Sask. searching for answers after four people found dead
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Cockroach crawls around Cornwall Centre Edo Japan, temporarily closes restaurant
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New schools coming to Regina, Saskatoon with 2024 budget
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HOOPLA basketball championships potentially benched with teacher job action
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Regina to see new, improved aquatic centre heated by geothermal energy
Author Archives
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‘A quiet time’: James Smith Cree Nation reflects 2 years after mass stabbingLife on James Smith Cree Nation changed forever two years ago when a mass stabbing claimed 11 lives. "We want to be healing, we want to be healed," chief Robert Head says.Canada4 hours
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14-year-old girl charged with attempted murder after student set on fire at Saskatoon schoolA 15-year-old student at Evan Hardy Collegiate was taken to hospital Thursday after being intentionally set on fire by another student Thursday.Crime8 hours
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Your Saskatchewan photo of the day: September 2024Each day, Global Saskatoon and Global Regina feature a viewer-submitted photo for the Your Saskatchewan photo of the day.CanadaSep 6
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Sask. village of Wiseton devastated after major fire destroys multiple landmarksNothing left but rubble and char after a devastating fire in Wiseton, Sask. -- a small village roughly an hour and a half southwest of Saskatoon.CanadaSep 5
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‘Violent dogs’ attacking Regina’s Cathedral neighbourhoodAnxiety is high for many residents in Regina’s Cathedral neighbourhood as free-roaming dogs are being reported to be very aggressive and violent.CanadaSep 5
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Evan Hardy Collegiate closed after 15-year-old girl assaulted, intentionally set on fireStudents at Evan Hardy Collegiate in Saskatoon have been sent home for the day after a serious assault took place at the school.CrimeSep 5
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‘They don’t come in’: Dewdney Avenue construction impacting sales at Regina businessesBusinesses in Regina’s warehouse district are reaching the end of a 'challenging summer.' The Dewdney Avenue corridor revitalization project while necessary, has taken a toll.CanadaSep 5
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‘Unsettling’: Multiple businesses in Saskatoon’s Riversdale neighbouhood hit with vandalismSeveral businesses along Avenue C South in Saskatoon's Riversdale neighbourhood had their windows smashed on Tuesday evening.CanadaSep 4
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Saskatchewan students, teachers return to full classrooms across the provinceAfter job action and pauses in extracurricular activities last year, teachers and students return to classrooms. However, teachers are entering this school year with no contract.CanadaSep 3
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SHA addresses health-care workers missing hundreds, thousands of dollars on paychequesMany health-care workers across the province have reported missing upwards of $1,000 on their paycheques over the last few months.CanadaAug 30
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University students return to campuses across SaskatchewanUniversity students across Sask. are on the move, whether it's into university dorms, or they found off-campus apartments. But the search for a place to live can be challenging.CanadaAug 30
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Estate Whisky Alliance forms to support homegrown whiskiesA Saskatoon distillery is making its mark on the whisky industry with a new initiative to support and certify whiskies whose grains were grown and distilled in one place.CanadaAug 30
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What to expect from Saskatchewan’s 2 main political parties ahead of the fall electionThe writ for the fall provincial election has yet to drop, but that hasn't stopped parties from unofficially jumping into campaign mode.CanadaAug 29
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Conflict of Interest Commissioner investigating Sask. Party MLAs Cockrill, GrewalTwo Sask. Party MLA’s are now being investigated after concerns were raised over how government contracts were given to their personal companies.PoliticsAug 29
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Sask. man with spinal condition forced to seek treatment in United StatesMackenzie Wagman was diagnosed with Bertolotti syndrome four years ago. Although it is considered a fixable spinal condition, he's been unable to get treatment in Saskatchewan.HealthAug 28
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‘A horror show’: Dog attack leaves three alpacas dead at Sask. farmAn alpaca farmer near Pike Lake, Sask. is living out of his worst nightmare, after three alpacas were left dead and others were injured when two local dogs attacked their heard.CanadaAug 28
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Saskatoon’s Queen’s House closes its doors after 66 yearsThe Queen’s House in Saskatoon is saying goodbye. It was home to around 150 community groups and was involved with everything from Catholic programming to spiritual retreats.CanadaAug 28
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Saskatoon nurses say 41 patients are without a bed in St. Paul’s emergency roomNearly 10 months after the SHA introduced the Saskatoon Capacity Action Plan, nurses at St. Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon say they continue to see major issues.CanadaAug 27
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How one U of R researcher developed new therapy to help Indigenous people living with HIVAIDS Programs South Saskatchewan said more than 2,500 people are living with HIV in the province and that number increasing at a rate four times the national average.HealthAug 27
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How one Regina mom is handing out 1,000 backpacks to students in need this yearFor the tenth year in a row, one Regina resident is stepping up to make a difference. Amanda McCall is helping to hand out 1000 backpacks to children across the city.CanadaAug 26
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Sask. drunk driving collision results in 1 child dead, 3 others injuredOne child has died and three other people have been left injured after a collision on Key First Nation, Sask., Saturday involving a drunk driver.CrimeAug 26
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City approves zoning for 2nd Regina CostcoRegina shoppers could have a second Costco coming to the Queen City. Rumours about a second location have circulated for a number of years; now it is looking more likely.CanadaAug 26
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Former Saskatchewan Roughriders coach Ken Miller dies at 82Former Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach and VP of football operations Ken Miller has passed away. The club said on social media Wednesday: 'We will miss him dearly.'SportsAug 21
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Railway strike could put increased pressure on truckers across CanadaThe Saskatchewan Trucking Association is the latest to sound the alarm over the impending railroad strike, saying it will put more demand on an already stressed industry.CanadaAug 21
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Regina police respond to national bomb threats against Jewish organizationsB'nai Brith Canada says more than 100 Jewish institutions received an identical email at 5 a.m. ET threatening explosions.CanadaAug 21