Category Archives: News

Northern B.C. Struggles with High Overdose Rates in Indigenous Communities
The opioid crisis continues to wreak havoc across Northern British Columbia, with Indigenous communities bearing a disproportionate burden. Since 2016, more than 16,000 people have died in the provinc...
Sabrina Spencer Aug 06, 2024

Haida Nation Recognition Act and Conservation Initiatives Advance
Last week, key meetings between Haida Nation leaders and federal ministers marked a significant step forward in Canadian-Indigenous relations. Federal Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Gary Anand...
Sabrina Spencer Aug 06, 2024

RCMP Seize Stolen Boat in Routine Check
July 30th, 2024, RCMP's West Coast Marine Services, during a routine boat check, discovered a vessel with a tampered Hull Identification Number. The boat, found to be stolen, led to the arrest of its ...
Sabrina Spencer Aug 06, 2024

Over the long weekend, Heat warning continued for: Central and North Coast
A heatwave is affecting inland areas of BC's Central and North Coast, with temperatures expected to reach the high twenties during the day and low teens at night. The heat is expected to persist throu...
Sabrina Spencer Aug 02, 2024

Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Project Moves Forward Under New Ownership
The Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) project has transitioned to new ownership, with a joint venture between the Nisga'a Nation and Western LNG acquiring it from TC Energy. The new team, includin...
Sabrina Spencer Aug 02, 2024

Electric tug vessel and crew welcomed home in Kitimaat Village
The Haisla Nation celebrated the homecoming of the HaiSea Wamis as the vessel and crew pulled into Kitimaat Village on July 29. The HaiSea Wamis is the first electric tugboat to receive an Underwater ...
Sabrina Spencer Aug 02, 2024

Terrace's Eby Street staircase, trails project looks to enhance connectivity and safety: mayor
The Eby Street Staircase/Trails Construction Project in Terrace is set to enhance connectivity between the Bench area and the city below, according to Terrace Mayor Sean Bujtas. The project will upgra...
Sabrina Spencer Jul 29, 2024

Terrace RCMP Weekly Report: July 20 - July 26, 2024
Over the past week, Terrace RCMP responded to approximately 214 calls, with notable incidents including drug-related arrests, multiple traffic violations, and impaired driving cases. On July 20, RCMP ...
Sabrina Spencer Jul 26, 2024

Esk'etemc secures $147 million from Canadian Government for water rights loss
The Esk'etemc, formerly Alkali Lake Indian Band, secured a $147 million dollar settlement today with the Canadian government, acknowledging the loss of water rights dating back to the late 1800s. This...
Sabrina Spencer Jul 24, 2024

Young artist back for a second year showcase at Skeena Salmon Art Festival
Jola Willoner, a local 11-year-old artist, is participating once again in the seventh annual Skeena Salmon Art Festival. Jola says she began exploring art seriously two years ago, developing a distinc...
Sabrina Spencer Jul 24, 2024