Gord gillies biography

Gord Gillies is a familiar face to many in Calgary, having dedicated his 38-year journalism career with a daily goal of trying to present the stories of the day in a caring, compassionate way.

But now the former Global Calgary TV anchor and radio host is opening up about his own family’s heartbreaking loss.

Eight months ago, Gord and his wife Kandi lost their son Liam, just two weeks shy of his 26th birthday.

“Liam struggled for 10 years with anxiety and some depression and he medicated that by drinking,” he told Global News, while sitting on a park bench across from his home.

He and his wife have made it a daily ritual to come to the quiet space and reflect and meditate.

Gillies is taking part in Global News’ series Strong But Not Silent, raising awareness for men’s mental health.

Liam Gill