Category Archives: News
Lightning strikes spark over 100 new wildfires
The BC Wildfire Service says lightning strikes caused over 100 new fire starts Wednesday. Storms over much of north central B.C. caused clusters of wildfires in the Northwest, Prince George, and Carib...
CFNRNews Jun 21, 2018
Severe thunderstorm watch issues for Bulkley Valley, Lakes, Cariboo, Prince George
It could be another busy day for the BC Wildfire Service with more lightning expected. Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Bukley Valley and Lakes, including Smithers, Pr...
CFNRNews Jun 21, 2018
Missing American family found safe near Dease Lake
An Oregon family that vanished in the Dease Lake area has been found safe. Terrace Search and Rescue manager Dave Jephson says Jeffrey Phan and Michelle Lesaca, both 24, along with their two children ...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
Province announces new fish farm tenure rules
The province has announced major changes on the way for salmon farms in BC. Starting in June of 2022, the province will only grant Land Act tenures to fish farms that both prove to the DFO that their ...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
Trudeau to visit Prince Rupert Thursday
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be paying a visit to the North Coast Thursday. Trudeau is scheduled to make an announcement with First Nations leaders at the Prince Rupert Canadian Coast Guard faci...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
Oregon family missing after vehicle abandoned in Dease Lake
An abandoned vehicle has led to the search for a missing Oregon family in Dease Lake. RCMP discovered the vehicle on June 18th, but speculate it had been there since June 10th. Though the black 2018 T...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine recognized for innovative waste management program
The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine are set to be recognized for their efforts in improving waste management. On Wednesday, August 22nd, the District will be awarded a Gold Excellence Award at th...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
Province announces new grants for child care providers
New grants announced this morning by the Ministry of Children and Family Development look to solve the shortage of available child care facilities in BC. The grants will be available for child care pr...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
First year of NFB's Indigenous Action Plan in the books
With one year of the National Film Board of Canada’s Indigenous Action Plan now in the books, the numbers are looking very promising. In total 10 percent of the Board’s overall spending si...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018
Air quality advisory for Prince George
An air quality advisory has been issued for the Prince George area. The Ministry of the Environment along with Northern Health, made the call this morning. High concentrations of fine particulate matt...
CFNRNews Jun 20, 2018