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Rob Cooper

Rob Cooper

Journalist, CTV News Barrie

Rob joined our team in 2000 as a reporter and covers various stories for CTV News, from the tornado to community events. He has been in the broadcast industry since he was 17 and has worked at stations from British Columbia to Ontario covering news, sports, and special features. Rob is a two-time national RTNDA (Radio-Television News Directors Association) winner for spot news coverage and video feature reporting. Originally from Toronto, Rob calls Innisfil home.

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Two new warming centres open providing relief to vulnerableOpens in new window

Empower Simcoe opens new EarlyON Centre amid growing demandOpens in new window

Coast guard’s icebreaker appears in Midland Harbour, prompting warning from authorities Opens in new window

Coast guard’s icebreaker appears in Midland Harbour, prompting warning from authorities Opens in new window

Christmas tree bonfire marks end to holiday seasonOpens in new window

Suspects target cash registers in Angus smash-and-grabsOpens in new window

'Expect us anywhere, anytime,' OPP ramps up efforts to remove impaired drivers from roads Opens in new window

Shoppers hit Boxing Week sales as retailers push for post-holiday profitsOpens in new window

Last minute shoppers braced for chaos but found calm on Christmas EveOpens in new window

Turkey tradition lives on in Collingwood, with 250 free food hampers given to those in needOpens in new window

Bear sanctuary urges action to protect mothers after surge of orphaned cubs Opens in new window

New taser technology put to the test as Barrie police undergo trainingOpens in new window

Charities race against time after postal strike delays donationsOpens in new window

Barrie funds program tackling shortage of skilled tradespeople and housing crisisOpens in new window

Ontario Christmas tree season in full swing Opens in new window

Cottage country digging out after massive snowfall but challenges persistOpens in new window

Winter travel advisory issued as Muskoka braces for more snowOpens in new window

Around the Region

Winter weather advisory kicks off the season Opens in new window

Small businesses feel the impacts of ongoing Canada Post strikeOpens in new window

Beaver shot with arrow near Orillia on the road to recoveryOpens in new window

Residents question safety in the City of BarrieOpens in new window

Frustration grows amongst Canada Post workers in Simcoe CountyOpens in new window

Local charities in need of help as living costs spikeOpens in new window

Local children ship out thousands of cards to soldiers overseasOpens in new window

Taylor Swift fans flock to Toronto for epic concert experienceOpens in new window

Owner of 8 pups prepared to move if not granted an exemption to township's dog bylawOpens in new window

SIU investigation continues in Orillia, Ont after officer-related shootingOpens in new window

Students learn about history in Orillia outside of the classroomOpens in new window

Georgian College's dental program offers affordable care and hands-on student learningOpens in new window

Locals gear up for Halloween nightOpens in new window

Beekeepers say supermarket honey may not be what you thinkOpens in new window

Town bylaw requests Innisfil, Ont. family move Halloween display but homeowner refusesOpens in new window

Youth Haven emergency shelter in Barrie to be rebuilt amid growing demandOpens in new window

Expert predicts how long will this warm weather last Opens in new window

Orillia's Christmas spirit returns with new spruce after last year's lighting blunderOpens in new window

Organization helps adults with disabilities to live more independentlyOpens in new window

Food banks struggle to support growing numbers of working families, seniors and childrenOpens in new window

Ontario injects $10.9 million into Simcoe County infrastructureOpens in new window

Cranberry harvest kicks off in Bala ahead of annual festivalOpens in new window

Georgian College offers new two-year, hands-on agriculture programOpens in new window

Innisfil's progress and investment plans highlighted by mayor at business breakfastOpens in new window

Bears that disrupted Huntsville school 3x this week captured Opens in new window

City issues trespass notices to advocacy groups for 'interfering' with encampment cleanup at Barrie parkOpens in new window

Convenience store owners see new alcohol sales as lifeline post-pandemicOpens in new window

Barrie police issue 25 tickets on first day of school in safety zonesOpens in new window

Excitement and nerves accompany students attending new schools in Simcoe CountyOpens in new window

Reservists test combat skills in rigorous CFB Meaford trainingOpens in new window

Two animals die, several others become suddenly ill after suspected poisoning at sanctuaryOpens in new window

Boots and Hearts continues with Day 3Opens in new window

A sneak peek into the excitement of Boots and HeartsOpens in new window

Barn Burner hockey game raises $400K Opens in new window

Concert crews prepare for Boots and Hearts FestivalOpens in new window

Final sentence handed down to minor in 2021 Barrie gangland style shootingOpens in new window

Multi-million-dollar road project continues in GravenhurstOpens in new window