Author Archives: Kobie Smith

B.C. Social Assistance cheques not delivered yet due to Canada Post Strike
B-C's businessperson says he's concerned that people will be left without funds for food and shelter during the holiday season, as last month's social assistance cheques have yet to be delivered due t...
Kobie Smith Dec 06, 2024

A memorial walk to Remember Sebastian Moore
Earlier last week there was a memorial walk to remember the late Sebastian Moore. He passed away on November 25th 2023. The video above is the family walking and remembering him with family and friend...
Kobie Smith Dec 02, 2024

District of Kitimat Council and Mayor vote no on renaming of Raley and Anderson Street
The picture above is George Raley on left, standing with a Bear House Post that he had taken away from Xa'isla People. The District of Kitimat Council and Mayor had a meeting last night and renaming o...
Kobie Smith Nov 19, 2024

Search Continues for Missing kayaker in Kitwanga Area
The search for a 21 year old Aiden Waddle missing since November 10th is entering it's third day in the Kitwanga area, Waddle who went kayaking alone on Kitwancool Lake was reported missing after his ...
Kobie Smith Nov 13, 2024

Canada & Haida Nation Celebrate Royal Assent Bill S-16
The Haida Nation and Government of Canada have marked a historic milestone with royal assent of Bill S-16, which recognizes the Haida Nation inherent right to self-governance. The legislation which pa...
Kobie Smith Nov 08, 2024

Kitimat Telethon Raises over 95K for Local Causes
Kitimat's Anual Community Telethon raised an impressive $95,059 on October 20th, supporting local causes and bringing the community together. The eight hour event was held at Mount Elizabeth Theatre f...
Kobie Smith Nov 08, 2024

Prince Rupert Emerges as Northwest B.C.'s Most Vibrant Downtown
A recent study by Simon Fraser University researcher Stephan Nieweler highlights Prince Rupert as the most diverse and sustainable downtown in northwest B.C., outpacing neighboring cities like Terrace...
Kobie Smith Nov 04, 2024

Murray Sinclair, Indigenous Advocate, Passed away at 73
Murray Sinclair, a prominent figure in Canadian law and Indigenous rights, has died at 73. He was the first Indigenous judge in Manitoba and served as chief commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliatio...
Kobie Smith Nov 04, 2024

Bird sculptures have arrived in Kitimat
The bird sculptures have officially arrived in Kitimat! Art enthusiasts and bird lovers alike are invited to seek them out-no binoculars needed. You can find the sculptures in the courtyard between Ci...
Kobie Smith Nov 04, 2024

Terrace Jack-O-Lantern Festival is Saved by the bell by Terrace residents
The annual Jack-O-Lantern in Terrace is happening this year despite almost being cancelled for a second consecutive year, CFNR did post it on social media and one of the Terrace residents Coleen Davie...
Kobie Smith Oct 30, 2024 Jack-O-Lantern Festival at Ferry Island '23