The Vancouver Sun is bringing disciplinary action against real estate business reporter Wyng Chow, Public Eye has learned. The action was taken based on information provided to the Sun's editor-in-chief Patricia Graham via an anonymous phone call she received in early August, say insiders. Newspaper management is reportedly investigating the information further. But those close to Mr. Chow say the reporter, who has worked for the Sun for almost 32 years, is strongly denying any professional wrongdoing. The Canadian Energy and Paperworkers Union Local 2000 is grieving the disciplinary action. Mr. Chow is currently on short-term disability leave and hasn't written for the paper since September. In an interview this morning, Sun managing editor Kirk LaPointe said he couldn't talk about the issue, adding the newspaper has a policy of not discussing personnel matters. Ms. Graham also declined comment.
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Vancouver Sun reporter facing disciplinary action
January 12, 2005
I saw Wyng Chow recently covering a story at the BC Supreme court complex. I worked beside him for many years - a few moons ago.
I do not know what the allegations are but I support his journalistic integrity.
He is closed to retirement. What a stain this late in a career. He should write a book as it has been quite a ride.