Category Archives: News
Trio walking from Prince Rupert to Prince George
A young Prince George couple have walked their way across Canada along highway 1 for the last 5 months. From May 3rd till October 2nd for the first portion and from October 21st for what they anticipa...
Oct 27, 2023
Trio of Northwestern Projects Among 31 Splitting $15 Million in Provincial Funds for Tourism Infrastructure
A trio of northwestern businesses are among 31 splitting $15 million in Provincial funds for projects which enhance the tourism experience. Delivered by Destination BC, the funds will help develop and...
Oct 27, 2023
Province and Ottawa Chip in $17 Million of $24 Million Price Tag for New Water Treatment Plant in Williams Lake
Ottawa and the Province are investing a combined $17 million into the construction of a new water treatment plant in Williams Lake. In total, the project, which will also install 850 metres of new wat...
Oct 27, 2023
Village of McBride Extends State of Emergency as Community Leaders Fear Loss of Water
A state of emergency has been extended for the Village of McBride, with its mayor fearing that the community may soon run out of water. Initially issued on September 19th, the emergency order came alo...
Oct 27, 2023
Kitimat Moose Collision has RCMP Warning Drivers to Drive Carefully and Ensure Their Lights are on in the Winter
As the days get shorter and the snow begins to fall, drivers are being warned to keep their eyes peeled for wildlife on the roads, especially moose. It comes following an incident in Kitimat from Mond...
Oct 27, 2023
Prince Rupert Port Authority Sponsors Pair of New Awards for Coast Mountain College Students
Students at Coast Mountain College can now tap into a pair of new awards thanks to a partnership with the Prince Rupert Port Authority. Beginning this fall, the two $1,500 awards will be open to stude...
Oct 27, 2023
Tahltan Members Invited to Online Engagement Session
Tahltan members are being invited to an online community engagement session next week to discuss the Red Chris Mine Section 7 Consent Decision Making Agreement. Section 7 of the agreement sets out pro...
Oct 27, 2023
Public Comment Period for Nisga'a-Led Ksi Lisims LNG Project Opens Next Week
Members of the public will have a chance to comment next week on the Nisga'a Nation's plans to build a new LNG facility in the Northwest. Last week, the Nation and partners Rockies LNG and Western LNG...
Oct 27, 2023
Nomination Period Now Open for 2023 Premier's Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport
I-SPARC is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Premier's Awards for Indigenous Youth Excellence in Sport. Each year, the Awards look to honour Indigenous athletes who achieve excellence in performa...
Oct 26, 2023
Northwesterners Asked to Provide Feedback on Safety Improvements for Highway 37 and 37A
Northwesterners are being asked to provide input on the future of a pair of highways in the region as the province begins corridor-planning work. Highways 37 and 37A have long been known by residents ...
Oct 26, 2023