Tony Parsons moves to CBC Vancouver

RELEASE -- (Edited) -- Tony Parsons has joined CBC News Vancouver as co-host of the local supper hour newscast. Parsons will add his talent into Vancouver’s local news scene with Gloria Macarenko, Claire Martin and Shane Foxman. Parsons will be seen on CBC News Vancouver weekdays at 5:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., beginning today. "Tony Parsons has been synonymous with local news in Vancouver for 35 years and we’re thrilled to welcome him to the CBC News Vancouver team,” said Johnny Michel, Managing Director, BC Region, CBC. “He is the most recognizable face in local news and has an innate gift to get to the heart of what matters for Vancouverites "I am fortunate to have had an exceptional career in broadcast journalism and look forward to joining the team at CBC,” said Parsons. “Together we will continue to cover the stories and issues that British Columbians care about everyday.