Action News Field Operations
Professional Electronic News Gathering Since 2007
WestNet-HD, A Division of WN Continental BroadcastingOur ENG Fleet
WestNet News operates a fleet of fully equipped Electronic News Gathering vehicles, enabling live broadcast capability from any location across the Calgary metropolitan area and beyond.
HD Broadcast Cameras
Professional-grade HD cameras for broadcast-quality field acquisition and live shots.
Microwave Uplink
Microwave uplink system for real-time live transmission to studio and broadcast infrastructure.
Onboard Generator
Self-contained power generation for extended remote operations without external power.
50-Foot Mast
Telescoping pneumatic mast reaching 50 feet for optimal signal transmission and reception.
GPS Fleet Tracking
GPS-enabled fleet tracking for real-time crew deployment and dispatch coordination.
Satellite Comms
Satellite communication capability for transmission from areas beyond terrestrial coverage.
Live Editing Suite
Onboard non-linear editing system for immediate post-production in the field.
Rapid Deployment
Our crews can be on scene anywhere in the Calgary metropolitan area within minutes.
Coverage Capabilities
From breaking news to investigative field work, our operations team delivers comprehensive coverage across every beat. WestNet News Action News is equipped to cover the stories that matter.
Live Breaking News
Immediate deployment for developing stories with live broadcast capability from the scene.
City Council & Legislature
Coverage of Calgary City Council, Alberta Legislature proceedings, and municipal governance.
Court & Justice Reporting
Coverage of court proceedings, criminal trials, and justice system reporting across Alberta.
Community Events
Live coverage of community events, festivals, parades, and cultural celebrations.
Weather & Emergencies
Severe weather tracking, natural disaster coverage, and emergency response reporting.
Sports Coverage
Live sports event coverage including professional, amateur, and community athletics.
Press Conferences
Live coverage and streaming of government, corporate, and organizational press events.
Investigative Field Work
Long-form investigative operations including surveillance, document acquisition, and field research.
Notable Deployments
A proven track record of major news coverage across Calgary and Alberta, including some of the most significant events in the region's history.
Calgary Floods — Emergency Coverage
Deployed ENG vehicle for round-the-clock coverage of the worst flooding in Alberta's history. Provided emergency Wi-Fi connectivity to displaced residents and coordinated volunteer cleanup operations across affected neighbourhoods.
Calgary Stampede — Live Coverage
Annual live coverage of the Calgary Stampede, the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Multi-day deployment with live reports from the grounds, rodeo events, and community celebrations across the city.
Breaking News — Calgary & Alberta
Continuous deployment for major breaking news events across the Calgary metropolitan area and Alberta, including severe weather events, public safety incidents, infrastructure emergencies, and significant community developments.
Community Coverage & Public Interest
Regular deployment to municipal government meetings, community forums, public hearings, and events of civic importance. Committed to holding power accountable and serving the public interest.
Broadcasting Infrastructure
WestNet-HD operates critical telecommunications infrastructure across Alberta, providing the backbone for news distribution, live broadcasting, and digital content delivery.
Cell Tower Co-Location
Strategic co-location services on cellular infrastructure for broadcast signal relay and communication redundancy.
Fiber Optic Network
High-capacity fiber optic connectivity for studio-to-transmitter links and content distribution across the network.
Dedicated VPN & Wireless
Secure VPN tunnels and dedicated wireless internet for encrypted newsroom communications and remote operations.
Signal Distribution
Multi-platform signal distribution including digital streaming, mobile delivery, and traditional broadcast pathways.
Content Delivery Network
Distributed CDN infrastructure for low-latency video streaming and breaking news content delivery to audiences.
Redundant Systems
Fully redundant backup systems including failover servers, backup power, and disaster recovery protocols.
Request Coverage or Submit a News Tip
Have a story that needs to be told? Organizing an event that deserves coverage? Our news operations team is ready to deploy. Contact the WestNet News newsroom.
Contact the Newsroom Submit a News TipEmail: news@wnactionnews.com