Jason Pires is a Canadian broadcast journalist and TV news anchor based in British Columbia.
He was born on September 9, 1973 (52 years old) in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
He has spent many years at CTV Vancouver, including hosting roles, before moving to Global News Morning.
Quick Facts Jason Pires
| Full Name | Jason Pires |
| Profession | Broadcast journalist, TV news anchor |
| Age | 52 years old |
| Date of Birth | September 9, 1973 |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Virgo |
| Birthplace | Victoria, British Columbia, Canada |
| Current Address | Olympic Village in Vancouver |
| Gender | Male |
Jason Pires Early Life and Education
Jason Pires was born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia.
As a child, he often watched Global BC’s News Hour at 6 with his family, which helped build his interest in TV news.
Education
For high school, Jason attended Claremont Secondary School in Saanich, B.C.
After high school, he studied Psychology at the University of Victoria.
He later completed a diploma in Broadcast Journalism at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT).
| School | Claremont Secondary School |
| Alma Mater | British Columbia Institute of Technology |
| Highest Qualification | Diploma (Broadcast Journalism) |
Jason Pires Personal Life
Jason Pires married Anita on March 27, 2019. They currently live in Olympic Village in Vancouver.
Parents
His father is Ben Pires, and his mother is Laila Pires. His father, Ben, is a journalist originally from India who immigrated to Canada.
His father studied in the Philippines, where he met Jason’s mother, Laila, and moved to Canada in the late 1960s to escape the impending martial law of the Ferdinand Marcos regime.
In Vancouver, Ben faced racial barriers in his broadcasting career, which ultimately served as a major inspiration for Jason to pursue his own highly successful path in media.
Siblings
He has an older brother, Karl Pires, and a younger sister, Serena Pires.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Anita |
| Parents | Father: Ben Pires Mother: Laila Pires |
| Siblings | Brother: Karl Pires Sister: Serena Pires |
Jason Pires Career
Jason Pires started his broadcast career at CHEK-TV in his hometown of Victoria, British Columbia.
2001: Joined CTV on Vancouver Island
In 2001, he joined CTV and worked on Vancouver Island.
2008: Moved to CTV’s Vancouver bureau
In 2008, he moved to the CTV Vancouver bureau, where he worked as sports director and also as an anchor and reporter.
Daily Hive also reported that, during his time in Vancouver, he covered major local events such as the Vancouver Olympics and the Stanley Cup riots.
2017 to June 2023: CTV Morning Live Vancouver
From 2017, Jason co-hosted the local edition of CTV Morning Live alongside Keri Adams.
June 2023: Move to the noon anchor desk
After changes at Bell Media in June 2023, he moved to the noon anchor desk and later anchored CTV News at Noon.
August 2023 to present: Global News Morning BC
In August 2023, it was announced that Jason would join Global BC as an anchor on Global News Morning BC, along with Sonia Sunger.
The weekday show also includes Mark Madryga (Chief Meteorologist) and Katelin Owsianski (Traffic Reporter).
For the weekend edition, Pires’s co-anchors are Jennifer Palma (co-anchor) for Global News Morning Weekend and Kristi Gordon (Senior Meteorologist) for Global BC’s wider weather team.
Jason Pires Awards and Achievements
Jason Pires has received major recognition in broadcast journalism.
- Jason is a multiple Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) award winner.
- He is also an Edward R. Murrow Award winner.
Jason Pires Net Worth
Jason Pires’s estimated net worth and exact salary are still to be determined.
| Net Worth in Dollars (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Jason Pires Height, Weight & Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Jason Pires:
| Height | In centimetres: Yet to be updated In meters: Yet to be updated In feet & inches: Yet to be updated |
| Weight | In kg: Yet to be updated In lbs: Yet to be updated |
| Body Measurements | Yet to be updated |
| Hair Color | Dark brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
Interesting Facts About Jason Pires
- Jason has a labradoodle named Rosie.
- He enjoys sports such as soccer and golf.
- Pires supports several charitable organizations, including Canada Scores, KidSafe, KidSport, Dreams Take Flight, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Backpack Buddies, and the BC Cancer Foundation.
Jason Pires Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn
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| X |  @JPiresGlobal |
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FAQs
Who is Jason Pires?
Jason Pires is a Canadian broadcast journalist and TV news anchor at Global News.
What show is Jason Pires on now?
Jason Pires is a co-anchor on Global News Morning in British Columbia.
Who does Jason Pires work with on Global News Morning?
Jason Pires works as an anchor on Global News Morning BC. He is part of the weekday morning news team.
Where is Jason Pires from?
Jason Pires was born and raised in Victoria, British Columbia.
What is the qualification of Jason Pires?
Jason Pires studied Psychology at the University of Victoria and later completed a Broadcast Journalism diploma at BCIT.
Is Jason Pires married?
Yes, Jason Pires’s wife’s name is Anita. They got married on March 27, 2019.
What awards has Jason Pires won?
Jason Pires is a multiple RTDNA award winner and an Edward R. Murrow Award winner.
