Mackenzie Read is a multimedia journalist at CHEK News. A born and raised Vancouver Island girl, she is passionate about covering topics related to the local and regional economy, with a focus on finance and personal finance. Mackenzie has been featured in CHEK Media and previously worked at CTV Regina and various radio stations across Canada.
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Mackenzie's coverage primarily focuses on local news, with a significant emphasis on crime, family & relationships, and sports. She often reports on government announcements as well as evolving stories and breaking news.
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For the first time in years, members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are being welcomed to walk in the Victoria Pride Parade in uniform.
By: Mackenzie Read
As people start to look into booking summer vacations, travel experts warn to expect increased airfares and turbulent travel conditions due to war-caused jet fuel shortages.
By: Mackenzie Read
A Victoria woman is doing 20 cold dips in 30 days this April to help raise money for the a vital food program at the Soweto Junior School in Africa.
Silver Threads Service for Seniors is celebrating 70 years of service in the Greater Victoria region.
By: Mackenzie Read
One decade after a devastating wildfire tore through Fort McMurray, Alta., a survivor now living on Mayne Island is starting training to fight fires in her community.
By: Mackenzie Read
Several woman-owned businesses in Oak Bay are reporting an influx of disturbing and harassing phone calls, leading some to call police.
By: Mackenzie Read
The Rocky Point Bird Observatory (RPBO) put on its second annual 'Scream like a Gull' contest Saturday, bringing more than 100 people to Beacon Hill Park to learn about bird migration and conservation.
By: Mackenzie Read
Fed Urban Agriculture aims to provide more than just food to the Greater Victoria area, but also food security, food education and opportunities to create more urban gardens.
By: Mackenzie Read
A South Korean navy submarine was formally welcomed to CFB Esquimalt Monday morning as the federal government weighs it's options for Canada's submarine replacement project.
A change of command ceremony was held at CFB Esquimalt on Friday, with the new commander now officially in place.
