Author Archives: Kobie Smith
Wind warring for Haida Gwaii and North Coast
Severe Wind Warning Issued for Haida Gwaii Strong Southeast Winds Sustained winds of 90 km/h, gusting up to 110 km/h. This Evening Through Tuesday Morning. Exposed Coastal Regions of Haida Gwaii and t...
Jan 06, 2025
Calls for Action to Improve Safety on Highway 37 Following Rash of Fatal Accidents
Highway 37, connecting Terrace and Kitimat, has seen a troubling increase in fatal vehicle accidents, prompting renewed calls for safety improvements. Last month, a tragic incident occurred when a veh...
Dec 18, 2024
Consultation Plan Launched to Address Second-Generation Cut-Offs Under the Indian Act
The first phase of a co-designed consultation plan to tackle the critical issue of second-generation cut-offs under the Indian Act has officially been launched. Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajd...
Dec 18, 2024
LNG Canada Issues Notice of Increased Flaring Activity
LNG Canada has informed the public that intermittent flaring at its Kitimat facility will reach heights of up to 25 metres over a 20-day period starting TODAY This follows earlier notifications of 20-...
Dec 18, 2024 File Photo of LNG Canada's flare stack in Kitimat, BC // Courtesy: LNG Canada
Long-Awaited Tax Relief Secured for Haida Gwaii Residents
After years of advocacy, residents of Haida Gwaii are finally getting a long-awaited tax break. NDP MP Taylor Bachrach says he has secured a commitment from the federal government to fully restore the...
Dec 17, 2024
Thornhill Fire Prade of Lights ends tongiht
Tonight marks the grand finale of the Thornhill Fire Department's annual Parade of Lights, which has been spreading festive cheer throughout Terrace since Saturday. The final stops will include Water ...
Dec 17, 2024
Severe weather warnings are in effect for parts of North Coast and Highway 91 near Pine Pass
First, a Wind Warning is in place for the North Coast - coastal sections. Strong northeast winds of up to 90 kilometers per hour are expected near mainland inlets and valleys today and tonight. Winds ...
Dec 17, 2024
Update New Date: for Lighting of Haisla Aluminum Totem Pole Tomorrow at Rio Tinto in Kitimat
An aluminum totem pole - believed to be the first of its kind - will be officially lit during a ceremony at Rio Tinto's BC Works site on Firday Dec 20th starting at 4pm-6pm. The event was supposed to ...
Dec 17, 2024
Smithers RCMP Seeks witnesses and surveillance footage in Stolen Vehicle Case
Smithers RCMP is seeking help for the public after a grey Hyundai Tucson was stolen on December 14th 2024. The vehicle was reported driving erratically along Main Street before police located and atte...
Dec 16, 2024
Wind Warning for North Coast Costal Areas
A wind warring is in effect for the North Coast, including Prince Rupert and Portland Inlet. Strong northeast winds up to 90km/h with gusts reaching up too 100km/h are expected near inlets and valleys...
Dec 16, 2024