Suhana Meharchand

Suhana Meharchand is a distinguished journalist with a long career in Canadian broadcasting, recognized for her work as a news anchor and host. After joining CBC in 1987, Suhana Meharchand swiftly established herself as a prominent figure in Canadian broadcasting, hosting and producing ‘What’s New,’ CBC-TV’s national news and current affairs program for young people, from September 1987 to July 1989. Prior to her impactful tenure at CBC, Meharchand honed her skills at CHCH-TV in Hamilton, Ontario, and CBET in Windsor, Ontario. She then spent three years as a general reporter and weekend anchor at CJOH-TV in Ottawa, building a strong foundation in regional news.

Most recently, Meharchand anchored and hosted ‘CBC News Network with Suhana Meharchand,’ delivering daily news from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET. She concluded her distinguished 36-year career in journalism upon her retirement from CBC News on September 30, 2022.

Throughout her career, Meharchand garnered significant industry recognition, including two Gemini Award nominations and several international awards for documentary work from acclaimed organizations such as the Columbus International Film & Video Festival and the New York Film and TV Festival. Her commitment to community and philanthropy is evidenced by her being a recipient of a Paul Harris Fellowship from Rotary International and an Honorary Member of the Canadian Women’s Foundation. She has also actively supported numerous community organizations, including Performers for Literacy, Gems of Hope, Redwood Shelter for Women and Children, The Hospital for Sick Children, and the Princess Margaret Breast Cancer Centre. In 2016, she publicly shared her breast cancer diagnosis, further demonstrating her dedication to advocacy.