The Province is making electric heat pumps more affordable for low- and moderate-income households, including renters and those living in multi-unit buildings. Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions, said cost remains a barrier for many people, which is why the government is focusing on funding to make cl...

The BC Northern Real Estate Board says housing activity across the North remained solid in the first quarter of 2025, with 917 properties sold-up from 817 over the same period last year. The total value of sales reached $368 million, and the average home price came in at just over $414,000-a slight dip from last quarte...

The North District RCMP is warning about a rise in high-value fraud schemes targeting Indigenous communities and businesses. Over the past 15 months, scammers have stolen more than $3 million, and evidence shows these schemes are spreading nationwide. Corporal Madonna Saunderson says the scams are often sophisticated, ...

Gitxaala Nation has expressed serious concerns about ongoing treaty negotiations with Kitselas First Nation. The Gitxaala leadership, through their Lu Sa Hax Hoyagm Wil'nat'aal, has been attempting to establish a protocol agreement with Kitselas to address the impacts of the proposed treaty on Gitxaala's title and righ...

With the Kitselas First Nation set to vote on its proposed treaty on April 10, Lax Kw'alaams is calling on the federal and provincial governments to withdraw the agreement, citing a lack of meaningful consultation. In a letter to government negotiators, Lax Kw'alaams argues that the proposed treaty infringes on its rig...

The First Nations LNG Alliance has officially rebranded to the First Nations Natural Gas Alliance to better reflect the growing involvement of First Nations in all aspects of the natural gas industry. From gas extraction in Treaty 8 territories to LNG terminal locations and pipeline transportation, First Nations are ce...

The Gitxaała Nation will hold an election on April 15, to select new leadership for the next three-year term. Members will vote to elect one Chief Councillor, one Deputy Chief Councillor, one Youth Councillor, and four Councillors, in accordance with the Gitxaała Nation Custom Election Code of 2024. Voting is availab...

Lax Kw'alaams Mayor Garry Reece and hereditary leaders of the Allied Ts'msyen Tribes have signed a Governance Accord, creating a unified governance model for the territory. This agreement formalizes shared decision-making between hereditary and elected leaders to protect the integrity of Lax Kw'alaams' land. Mayor Reec...

On Friday, April 25th, the 'Ksan Society, in partnership with Homelessness Services Association of BC, will conduct the provincial Homeless Count, a vital survey aimed at understanding homelessness in Terrace. Volunteers will be surveying people who are unhoused or living in unstable housing, including those who are co...