Category Archives: News
Mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge leaves 9 dead, including suspected shooter, 25 with injuries
The following story may be disserting for some readers. Tumbler Ridge is reeling today, in the aftermath of a school shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School that left 9 people dead, including the s...
Feb 11, 2026 RCMP graphic // Courtesy: RCMP
New Transformative Health Declaration signed with three Northern First Nations
The Tahltan, Kaska, and Taku River Tlingit Nations have just signed a new Health Declaration that's set to transform the health service delivery model in their respective communities. The so-called '3...
Feb 10, 2026 PiLens / Depositphotos.com
Northern Health Warns Public About Phone Scam Calls
Northern Health is warning the public to protect their personal information after reports of suspicious phone calls appearing to come from the health authority. Officials say some callers are falsely ...
Feb 09, 2026 Northern Health Notification graphic / Courtesy: Northern Health
Update: Terrace RCMP seeks public assistance in locating missing person, 69-year-old Noel Grant
The Terrace RCMP is still seeking public assistance in locating a missing elder. As he's been missing for 6 days now, 69-year old Noel Grant has not been seen since around 10:30 Friday morning, Februa...
Feb 09, 2026 Photo of Noel Grant of Terrace, BC, who has been missing since February 6th, 2026 // Courtesy: Terrace RCMP
Cowichan Valley leaders issue joint statement condemning anti-Indigenous racism
Cowichan Valley, B.C. Leaders from Cowichan Tribes, the Cowichan Valley Regional District, the City of Duncan, the Municipality of North Cowichan, Cowichan Valley School District, and the North Cowich...
Feb 06, 2026 Cowichan Valley leaders condemn racism; call for renewed community cohesion
(Photo Credit: North Cowichan)
Flood Watch and High Streamflow Advisory ended
The BC River Forecast Centre has ended the flood watch for the North Coast, as well as the High streamflow Advisory that had been issued for the Central Coast, with the Centre confirming between 50 to...
Feb 05, 2026 egubisch / Depositphotos.com
Update: Boil Water Notice Issued for Kitimat and Dike road closed near Riverlodge
The District of Kitimat water system is now under a Boil Water Notice. Residents are advised to bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least two minutes before drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. ...
Feb 04, 2026
Rainfall Warning Continues for North Coast and Inland Areas
A rainfall warning remains in effect for the North Coast and North Coast Inland. A long stretch of rain heavy at times continues across the region today. For North Coast Inland communities, including ...
Feb 04, 2026 Rainfall Warning Continues for North Coast and Inland Areas
(Photo Credit: Environment Canada)
Metlakatla First Nation withdraws support for REEF Project
The Metlakatla First Nation has pulled its support for the Ridley Island Energy Export Facility at the Port of Prince Rupert, saying its consent for the REEF project was unlawfully obtained. In a stat...
Feb 04, 2026 Undated File Photo of the REEF site // Courtesy: AltaGas
Flood Watch issued for North Coast as heavy rain continues
A Flood Watch has been issued for the North Coast including Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Terrace and surrounding areas. The BC River forecast center has warned the public to avoid rivers and streams in the...
Feb 04, 2026 Flood Watch and High Streamflow Advisory as of February 4th, 2026. // Courtesy: BC River Forecast Centre