Vancouver broadcaster Kuljeet Kaila passes away after ‘valiantly’ battling cancer
Posted September 11, 2023 10:29 pm.
Last Updated September 11, 2023 10:30 pm.
Vancouver broadcaster Kuljeet Kaila passed away on Sunday, Sept. 10 after a battle with brain cancer.
My deepest condolences to Kuljeet’s family. She was so incredibly kind and encouraging to me throughout my career. She was a woman who uplifted other women in the industry, she will be missed. Rest in peace friend ????
— Olivia Jones (@OliviaJoneslife) September 11, 2023
Tributes have been pouring in online for the 25-year industry veteran since her passing was announced, many of them fondly remembering her as a great friend, aunt, colleague, advocate, trailblazer, and much more.
We are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of beloved local TV and radio broadcaster Kuljeet Kaila, after a battle with brain cancer. Our prayers and condolences are with Kuljeet's friends and loved ones. ???????? pic.twitter.com/SGj604ltHw
— The Sikh Community of 'BC' / Salish Land (@BCSikhs) September 11, 2023
“Her unwavering determination, even in the face of this unexpected adversity, serves as a stark reminder of the fragile beauty of life and the astonishing depth of the human spirit,” her family said in a statement.
According to her family, Kaila “valiantly battled brain cancer with astonishing strength, grace, and resilience until her very last moments.”
We are deeply saddened by the passing of #Vancouver based journalist @KuljeetKaila after a long fight against #braincance. We extend our condolence with her loving family and friends. We remember Kuljit in her element, like this image from a crisp November morning in the studio. pic.twitter.com/MUxtWOJcMS
— #WomenInJournalism (@CFWIJ) September 11, 2023
Her career in media started at CityNews in 1998 when it was still known as CKWX Vancouver. Her talents reporting on news, traffic, and weather later took her to places like Z95.3, CTV, and most recently the CBC.
Kaila also appeared in a number of commercials, and television and film projects — she was also a DJ and event planner through her company, KJ Media.
CityNews extends its deepest sympathies to her family, friends, and colleagues.
