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Kier Junos

Video Journalist

About Kier

Kier grew up in Abbotsford, where he started to perform in indie rock bands. He got his start in journalism as a music blogger in Vancouver, and then went on to write for Black Press papers and other local magazines. Before CityNews, Kier created and hosted segments for the Joytv/Zoomermedia shows Fraser Focus and JoytvNEWS. In 2023, Kier was the inaugural recipient of the RTDNA Canada Emerging Journalist award for his work covering housing issues and drug policy in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. He has a Bachelor's Degree in journalism and a minor in economics from Kwantlen Polytechnic University.

Latest stories published

TransLink CEO talks solutions in the face of deficits
TransLink CEO talks solutions in the face of deficits

TransLink's CEO underlined the importance of keeping up with booming ridership in an address to business representatives in Vancouver on Friday
Vancouver hotel workers sign deal for the industry's 'highest wages' in Canada
Vancouver hotel workers sign deal for the industry's 'highest wages' in Canada

After years of rallies and work stoppages, workers at three Downtown Vancouver hotels have signed a deal for their new wages.
No further action taken against police officer who drove wrong way on Vancouver street: Complaint Commissioner
No further action taken against police officer who drove wrong way on Vancouver street: Complaint Commissioner

The Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner (OPCC) says it won't be taking any further action after a VPD officer drove a cruiser the wrong way on a street in downtown Vancouver last December -- without its police lights on.
Indigenous teen 'forcibly' restrained, racially profiled at Surrey mall: family
Indigenous teen 'forcibly' restrained, racially profiled at Surrey mall: family

The father of an Indigenous teenager is speaking out after his daughter was restrained by security guards in what he says is a clear case of racial profiling.
Surrey-based animal rescue re-opens nearly 2 years after devastating fire
Surrey-based animal rescue re-opens nearly 2 years after devastating fire

After a catastrophic electrical fire killed dozens of exotic animals almost two years ago at a shelter in Surrey, it is now up and running again.
Millennials, Gen Z set to buy homes within five years despite tough Canadian economy: report
Millennials, Gen Z set to buy homes within five years despite tough Canadian economy: report

While some might think it's impossible for younger generations to buy homes in Vancouver, more than half of Canadian Millennials and Gen Zeds are still set on buying homes in the next five years despite the high cost of living, according to a new Scotiabank report.
First Nations leaders condemn racist comments by BC Conservative Party candidate
First Nations leaders condemn racist comments by BC Conservative Party candidate

candidate Marina Sapozhnikov
Residents dealing with air quality issues at West Vancouver apartment building
Residents dealing with air quality issues at West Vancouver apartment building

Residents of Park Royal Towers, an apartment building in West Vancouver, say they are concerned about the air quality in their home.
Residents at Coquitlam encampment facing challenging conditions
Residents at Coquitlam encampment facing challenging conditions

People living at an encampment on Gordon Avenue in Coquitlam are facing a number of challenges, including dealing with heavy rainfall.