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John Ackermann

Afternoon Anchor

About John

John has worked in radio and television news, both on-air and behind the scenes, but still finds nothing beats the immediacy of the all-news format. He is one of several BCIT Broadcast Journalism grads in our newsroom and also holds a Bachelor's Degree in History from Simon Fraser University. John is also a proud supporter of Movember Canada and the Coast Mental Health Courage To Come Back Awards.

Latest stories published

Walk the walk: a new book challenges readers to get outdoors and explore Vancouver on foot

John Ackermann speaks to Bill Arnott, author of A Perfect Day for a Walk: The History, Cultures, and Communities of Vancouver, on Foot
Memorial for late B.C. premier planned for mid-December

A state memorial service for John Horgan will be held on Vancouver Island on Sunday, Dec. 15.
'Taylor drinks for free': Vancouver pub extends invitation to popstar ahead of Eras Tour shows

The hospitality sector is banking on a big windfall when Taylor Swift winds down her record-breaking 'Eras Tour' in Vancouver next month.

The best campfire story ever told: A new book revisits the tale of a fabled lost B.C. gold mine

The best campfire story ever told: A new book revisits the tale of a fabled lost B.C. gold mine.
East Vancouver culture crawl to return Thursday

Vancouver's Eastside Culture Crawl Visual Arts, Design and Craft Festival returns for its 28th year this week, boasting more than 500 registered artists working in more than 55 buildings.
Bottoms up: A new book charts the rise and fall and rise again of Vancouver's independent beer scene

John Ackermann speaks to Noëlle Phillips, author of Brewmasters & Brewery Creek: A History of Craft Beer in Vancouver, Then and Now
Not just another political memoir: Marc Garneau looks back at a most extraordinary life

John Ackermann sits down with Marc Garneau, author of A Most Extraordinary Ride: Space, Politics, and the Pursuit of a Canadian Dream.
Month of moustache growing for fundraiser kicks off

Movember, the annual moustache-growing fundraiser, kicks off Friday with the goal of starting conversations around men's health.
Vancouver Police accused of excessive force, surveillance of pro-Palestinian protestors in legal complaints

The Pivot Legal Society and the BC Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA) say the Police Board is set to consider two out of three complaints against police in Vancouver alleging excessive use of force and surveillance of the pro-Palestine movement, that was launched in September.