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B.C. Launches Spring COVID-19 Vaccine Program and Issues Measles Warning
Starting Tuesday, April 8th, 2025, free additional COVID-19 vaccines will be available across British Columbia, with a focus on those at higher risk of severe illness. The spring COVID-19 vaccine will be offered at around 400 pharmacies, regional health authority clinics, primary care offices, community health centres,...
Mar 28, 2025

Kitimat RCMP Investigate Collision Between SUV and Bus
Kitimat RCMP are investigating a collision between an SUV and a bus that occurred on March 25th at 6:38 p.m. at the intersection of Haisla Boulevard and Tsimshian Boulevard. According to police, the SUV collided with the bus as it was making a turn. The bus sustained minor damage, while the SUV was heavily damaged and ...
Mar 28, 2025

Northern Health Issues Urgent Warning About Dangerous Oxycocet Pills
Northern Health is issuing a warning to drug users across the North to avoid a round, white pill known as Oxycocet. The health authority says the pills have been found to contain a synthetic opioid that is as toxic-or even more dangerous-than fentanyl. Alarmingly, standard drug tests won't detect the presence of fentan...
Mar 28, 2025

Minister Christine Boyle Visits Northern Communities
Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, Christine Boyle, recently visited northern British Columbia, from March 24th to 27th, stopping in Kitselas, Kitsumkalum, Dease Lake, Telegraph Creek, Iskut, and Red Chris. The visit focused on engaging with local First Nations to discuss key issues such as economic d...
Mar 27, 2025

B.C. to Scrap Consumer Carbon Tax Starting April 202
British Columbia will eliminate its consumer carbon tax beginning April 1, 2025, following the federal government's decision to remove its own. The provincial government plans to introduce legislation on March 31 to officially end the tax, instructing fuel sellers and natural gas retailers to stop charging it by April ...
Mar 26, 2025

Dust Advisory for Bulkley Valley
A Dust Advisory is in effect for Bulkley Valley due to high levels of coarse particulate matter. This advisory will remain in place until there is precipitation, dust suppression, or a change in traffic patterns. People with chronic health conditions such as asthma, heart disease, or diabetes should limit outdoor acti...
Mar 26, 2025