Category Archives: News
Emergency Preparedness Boost for North and Central Coast
North Coast MLA Tamara Davidson says communities on B.C.'s North and Central Coast will be better prepared for emergencies thanks to new provincial funding. Davidson says coastal communities are often...
Jun 06, 2025
Diesel spill reported at Green Island Lighthouse
British Columbia's Ministry of Environment has confirmed a diesel spill had been reported on Monday June 3rd, at the Green Island Lighthouse, Northwest of Prince Rupert, off the coast from the communi...
Jun 05, 2025 Location of Diesel Spill at Green Island, BC // Courtesy: Google Maps
LNG Canada Flaring Continues; Air Quality Remains Low Risk
LNG Canada is advising residents that flaring at its site, which began Friday, May 30, is continuing this week. The process may result in increased noise, visible emissions, and black smoke. Residents...
Jun 05, 2025
B.C. Launches Business-Friendly Review to Foster Growth
To make B.C. a more business-friendly province, the government has launched a review aimed at streamlining processes, reducing barriers, and fostering innovation. Minister Diana Gibson explained that ...
Jun 05, 2025
Judge Rejects RCMP Officer's Challenge, Clears Path for Dale Culver Sentencing
In a significant decision on June 3, 2025, Judge Adrian Brooks denied an application by RCMP Constable Arthur Dalman, who sought to delay proceedings in the case of Dale Culver. Dalman, convicted last...
Jun 05, 2025
B.C. Tech and AgriTech Focus for European Trade Mission
A B.C. delegation will promote the province's technological and agricultural innovations in Europe, hoping to attract investment and grow international trade opportunities. From June 9 to June 14, Dia...
Jun 05, 2025
B.C. Government Funds Community-Based Initiatives to Tackle Crime and Improve Safety
The B.C. government has announced $7.5 million in grants to support local projects focused on crime prevention and public safety. Funded through the Civil Forfeiture Grant program, the money will help...
Jun 05, 2025
Ksi Lisims LNG Faces Key Regulatory Hurdles, But B.C. Can't Afford to Lose $20 Billion Investment
B.C.'s Ksi Lisims LNG project, led by the Nisga'a Nation and backed by major energy investors like Shell, TotalEnergies, and Blackstone, is now at a crossroads that could determine its fate. The proje...
Jun 05, 2025
Kitimat Arena Repairs Underway, Reopening Set for Fall 2026
Work to restore the Kitimat Ice Rink is officially underway this week. Crews will be on-site over the next few days to begin repairs, with the project expected to be completed by fall 2026. Upgrades t...
Jun 05, 2025 Update Rink in Kitimat
(Kobie Smith/CFNR News)
Category 3 Fire Ban Takes Effect in Northwest B.C. This Friday
A ban on Category 3 open fires will come into effect across parts of the Northwest Fire Centre this Friday, June 6th, at noon. The restriction applies to the Cassiar Fire Zone and parts of the Skeena ...
Jun 04, 2025