Category Archives: News

New Cameras Enhance Road Safety in Northern BC
The BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit has added 22 new cameras to the DriveBC network, increasing the total number to 503 across the province. A key addition in Northern BC is a camera install...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 30, 2024

Major Crime Unit Investigates Suspicious Death in Mackenzie
The North District Major Crime Unit (NDMCU) is investigating the suspicious death of a male on the outskirts of Mackenzie, BC. On December 28, 2024, around 10 a.m., the Mackenzie RCMP responded to a r...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 30, 2024

Dec 20 Terrace Ranks 41st in 'Most Livable Cities in Canada' Report, Shines as Northern BC's Top City
Recently, a consultant criticized Terrace for being a badly planned city. Perhaps that's true, but it's still a pretty good place to live. The latest "Most Livable Cities in Canada" report by The Glob...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 20, 2024

Edison Motors and City of Terrace Clash Over Zoning Issues
Edison Motors' Perspective: Frustration with Regulations: Edison Motors is clearly frustrated with what they see as an overly bureaucratic and inefficient system. They mention that despite a promising...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 20, 2024

Prince Rupert Infrastructure Upgrades Begin in 2025
In 2025, the City of Prince Rupert will begin replacing critical water and sewer mains in the Crestview area, marking the first phase of a major overhaul of aging infrastructure on the city's east sid...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 19, 2024 File photo of the Welcome to Prince Rupert sign

Report Warns Ottawa's Salmon Farming Ban Could Cost $9 Billion
A new economic impact report by RIAS Inc., commissioned by the BC Salmon Farmers Association (BCSFA), warns that the Trudeau government's proposed ban on open-net salmon farming in British Columbia co...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 19, 2024

Expanded Travel Assistance Program Includes Additional Ferry Routes to Prince Rupert
The Ministry of Health has announced the expansion of the Travel Assistance Program (TAP) to include six new free ferry routes, providing critical support for patients in remote and rural communities ...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 19, 2024

Calls for Action to Improve Safety on Highway 37 Following Rash of Fatal Accidents
Highway 37, connecting Terrace and Kitimat, has seen a troubling increase in fatal vehicle accidents, prompting renewed calls for safety improvements. Last month, a tragic incident occurred when a veh...
Kobie Smith Dec 18, 2024

Consultation Plan Launched to Address Second-Generation Cut-Offs Under the Indian Act
The first phase of a co-designed consultation plan to tackle the critical issue of second-generation cut-offs under the Indian Act has officially been launched. Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajd...
Kobie Smith Dec 18, 2024

Winter Clothing Drive a Success at The Garage in Terrace
A winter clothing drive held at The Garage in Terrace on Sunday was a big success, collecting essential items for those in need during the colder months. Local paramedics Royleen Wensvoort and Heather...
Sabrina Spencer Dec 18, 2024