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Canada Launches $5-Billion Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program and Additional Investments in B.C.
The Government of Canada has launched the $5-billion Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program, aimed at helping Indigenous communities access capital for natural resource and energy projects. The initiative,...
Feb 24, 2025
Amnesty International Responds to B.C. Court Ruling in Indigenous Land Defenders' Trial
Amnesty International has condemned the continued criminalization of Indigenous land defenders after a BC court upheld the convictions of three Wet'suwet'en and Gitxsan activists. Sleydo' (Molly Wickh...
Feb 24, 2025 Premium_shots / Depositphotos.com
Gitanyow Chiefs Take B.C. Government to Court Over LNG Project
The Gitanyow Hereditary Chiefs are in B.C. Supreme Court today, challenging the province's decision not to consult them on the proposed Ksi Lisims LNG project. The project, planned for the mouth of th...
Feb 24, 2025
Prince Rupert Works to Address Water Discolouration
Prince Rupert residents may notice discoloured water as the City completes essential upgrades to the water system. Crews are flushing fire hydrants in affected areas to improve water clarity and flow....
Feb 24, 2025
Claire Rattée: BC NDP Misled Public on Safe Supply
Claire Ratte MLA FOR SKEENA Critic For Mental Health and Addictions, is calling out the BC NDP for misleading the public on safe supply drug diversion. Ratte says The government denied for years that ...
Feb 18, 2025
Taylor Bachrach Reflects on the 65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament
Taylor Bachrach, Member of Parliament for Skeena-Bulkley Valley, attended the 65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament in Prince Rupert from February 7-15. Bachrach spoke about the significance of...
Feb 18, 2025
65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament Draws Large Crowds in Prince Rupert
The 65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament (ANBT) took place in Prince Rupert from February 7 to 15, attracting a record 65 teams, players, and fans. The event continues to grow, with a new addi...
Feb 18, 2025
Similkameen Coach Reflects on Women's Division Victory at 65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament
The Similkameen Women's Basketball team claimed victory at the 65th Annual All Native Basketball Tournament in Prince Rupert, overcoming the challenges of traveling over 1,400 kilometers for the week-...
Feb 18, 2025
Burns Lake Homeless Shelter Construction Complete, First Residents Move In
The renovation of the former Burns Lake Motor Inn into the Dzee Inzu Yikh supportive housing facility has been completed. BC Housing purchased the property in 2021 with a $14.9 million investment from...
Feb 18, 2025
Historic Agreement Recognizes Haida Title to Haida Gwaii
In a groundbreaking agreement, Canada has formally recognized Haida Aboriginal title to lands on Haida Gwaii, including the foreshore to the low-water mark. The Chiixuujin / Chaaw Kaawgaa "Big Tide (L...
Feb 18, 2025