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OMNI News: Portuguese Edition

A daily look at local, national and international news from a Portuguese-Canadian perspective. OMNI News: Portuguese Edition also features stories focusing on Toronto's diverse Portuguese population, along with community events and a sports summary. OMNI News: Portuguese Edition airs weeknights at 5pm on OMNI.1.

Clara Abreu
Anchor & Reporter, OMNI News: Portuguese Edition

Clara Abreu brings a wealth of cultural experience to OMNI Television. Originally from Mozambique, Clara moved to Portugal to study history at Universidade de Coimbra. She then got into the field of education and for 25 years, taught high school students in Portugal, the Azores Island of Terceira, California and in Ontario with the Toronto District Board. She speaks Portuguese, English, French, Spanish and some German.

Clara began working in radio and wrote for several Portuguese-Canadian newspapers after immigrating to Canada from Portugal, and in 1985, she joined OMNI (formerly CFMT). In addition to being the lead anchor for OMNI News: Portuguese Edition, Clara contributes to other Portuguese-language programs including OMNI’s Canada Contacto and a show for Radio e Televisao Portuguesa (RTP), which is aired in Portugal and around the world.

Clara loves interacting with people and is very involved in the community. She regulary MCs events and has assisted with fundraisers for the Canadian Cancer Society, Princess Margaret Hospital, the Portuguese Association of the Disabled People and many other clubs and associations in Ontario. Throughout her career, she has been recognized by Portuguese and local organizations for her dedication. In 2006, Clara was awarded Best TV Announcer by the Ontario People’s Choice Awards and in 2007, she was given the Media Merit Award by the Alliance of Portuguese Clubs and Associations of Ontario.

Outside of the newsroom, Clara spends time with her husband, two daughters and son. She loves to travel the world and returns to Portugal and Mozambique whenever possible. She also loves to read and enjoys a good Sudoku puzzle challenge.

Lidia Ferreira

Producer & Host, OMNI News: Portuguese Edition

Lidia Ferreira is the Producer for Omni News Portuguese Edition. Her career in the field of journalism began in her birthplace of Lisbon at a national radio station. After moving to Canada in 1984, Lidia spent four years in radio and in 1989 she joined OMNI Television (formerly CFMT) as a host for the entertainment program Lamire. Her experience in the entertainment world earned her a spot as a judge for the Juno Awards for several years.

During her career, Lidia has covered numerous events including the Toronto International Film Festival, Pope John Paul II’s visit to Toronto, Euro and World Cup tournaments, and has travelled to Brazil to interview some of country’s most prominent actors. She has also received an Honorable Mention by the Portuguese government for her investigative reporting.

Luis Medeiros

 Reporter, OMNI News: Portuguese Edition Host, Canada Contacto

Luis Medeiros was born and raised in the small town of Carregal do Sal, in the Beiras region of Portugal. In 1997, he moved to Canada to be reunited with his brother and seek a new cultural experience. Luis became involved in the Portuguese community almost immediately and realized the pride of his Portuguese heritage spoke volumes so far away from home.

Luis joined OMNI Television (formerly CFMT) in 1999 as a translator for the Portuguese-language unit and soon after became the co-host of Lamiré, a weekly entertainment show. Television became more than just a job for him - it became a passion. Luis returned to Portugal in 2002 for two years, and in 2004, he came back to Toronto to take on the position of reporter for OMNI Television: Portuguese Edition. He is also the host of Canadá Contacto, a weekly OMNI program about the Portuguese community in Canada. Luis feels privileged to be able to work for the community and in his mother tongue on a daily basis.

Marzio Lorenzo

 Reporter, OMNI News: Portuguese Edition

After earning a journalism degree in Brazil in 1997, Marzio Lorenzo worked in public relations and as a producer, editor and reporter for several Brazilian networks. He joined OMNI Television in 2003 and has been an integral part of the OMNI News: Portuguese Edition newscast ever since.

When he is not in the newsroom or out in the field, Marzio enjoys time with his family.

Susan Trindade,

 Reporter, OMNI News: Portuguese Edition

Born in Santa Catarina, Brazil, Susan Trindade made her first television appearance at the age of 14, hosting a teen program that featured the latest music videos. The experience made it clear in her mind that she wanted to pursue a career in broadcasting. After earning a journalism degree from the University of Paranaense, Susan joined TV Taroba, an affiliate of TV Bandeirantes, as a news anchor. In 2005, she began working as a reporter and host with RPC, an affiliate of TV Globo – Brazil's largest broadcast network.

Susan moved to Canada in 2008 and joined the OMNI team in January 2009. Currently, she is a reporter for OMNI News: Portuguese Edition.

In her spare time, Susan loves to read, watch movies and travel.