Ioanna Roumeliotis is joining CBC’s The Fifth Estate as the investigative program’s full-time host, alongside Mark Kelley and Steven D’Souza.

A reporter with The National since 2000, Roumeliotis started her career with CBC Montreal in 1995. A past guest host of The Fifth Estate, her first episode in her new hosting role will air Friday, March 7.

“In her nearly 30 years with CBC News, Ioanna has covered a wide range of breaking news stories and in-depth features, both local and international, with an unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth,” said Brodie Fenlon, General Manager and Editor in Chief, CBC News, in an announcement from the public broadcaster. “At a time when that commitment is needed more than ever, Ioanna is a welcome addition to The Fifth Estate team as our essential investigative series continues with its mission to hold power to account.” 

“I am honoured and thrilled to become part of The Fifth Estate team and its towering legacy in investigative journalism. The exercise of speaking truth to power in the public’s interest relies on what I value most – unflinching journalism driven by integrity and rigorous curiosity,” added Roumeliotis. “I look forward to creating impactful content for The Fifth Estate and the wider CBC network that keeps setting the news agenda and meeting the needs of our evolving audiences. This is a new year and an incredible personal start to it. At some point, I may even stop pinching myself – but not any time soon!” 

Roumeliotis has received previous acclaim for her work on stories including the Jian Ghomeshi sex assault investigation, Canada’s #MeToo movement, the Bruce McArthur serial murder investigation and the Toronto van attack, which earned her a Canadian Screen Award. Her time with CBC has included stints abroad with both the London and Washington bureaus. 

The Fifth Estate’s 50th anniversary season continues on Friday, Jan. 24 on CBC, CBC Gem, YouTube and wherever you stream CBC News.