Category Archives: News

High-Speed Internet Reaches Lax Kw'alaams, Advancing Connectivity for First Nations Communities
Residents of Lax Kw'alaams, located off the northwestern coast of B.C., now have reliable high-speed internet, providing improved access to online services and opportunities. Thanks to new last-mile i...
Kobie Smith Jan 24, 2025

January 23rd news
Sabrina Spencer Jan 23, 2025

Charges Laid in Dawson Creek Shooting
Charges have been laid following a deadly shooting in Dawson Creek on Sunday, January 19. Nolan Douglas Schmidt, 23, has been charged with second-degree murder after a shooting that claimed one life a...
Sabrina Spencer Jan 23, 2025

B.C. First Nations Leader Walks Back Support for Northern Gateway Pipeline
Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, issued an apology and retracted his earlier comments supporting the revival of the controversial Northern Gateway pipeline. P...
Sabrina Spencer Jan 23, 2025

Mayor Criticizes BMO's Kitimat Branch Closure
The Mayor of Kitimat, Phil Germuth, has strongly criticized the Bank of Montreal's decision to close its local branch after more than 70 years of service. BMO announced the closure, set for July 25, r...
Sabrina Spencer Jan 23, 2025

Supporting Mental Wellness During the Winter Months
For many First Nations people, winter is traditionally a time of reflection and connection, where shorter days and time indoors provide an opportunity to recharge, share stories, and pass on teachings...
Sabrina Spencer Jan 23, 2025

Trigon Pacific Terminals Maintains Dominance at Port of Prince Rupert
Trigon Pacific Terminals Ltd. handled 9.1 million metric tonnes of dry and liquid bulk products in 2024, securing its position as the largest terminal by volume at the Port of Prince Rupert. This acco...
Sabrina Spencer Jan 23, 2025

City of Terrace Seeks Proposals for Building Assessments and Capital Planning
The City of Terrace is seeking proposals for consulting services to assess various buildings. The work involves onsite inspections, evaluating building conditions, and creating a 10-year capital plan ...
Kobie Smith Jan 23, 2025

Kelowna Realtor Faces Charge for Drone Use During Wildfire Operations
A B.C. realtor charged with interfering in wildfire operations says he made a mistake by flying a drone over Okanagan Lake in 2023. Derek Leippi of Kelowna launched the drone from his boat to photogra...
Kobie Smith Jan 23, 2025

Kitkatla to Lead Opening Ceremonies at 65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament
The All Native Basketball Tournament announced yesterday that Kitkatla will be doing this years Opening Ceremonies. CFNR News Spoke with Warren Nelson the leader for the group. Take a listen to hear w...
Kobie Smith Jan 22, 2025