Category Archives: News
Search and Rescue Operations Suspended for Missing Bella Bella Man
Search and rescue operations to find 63-year-old Edward "Lapa" Vickers, who went missing on August 29th (original story here), have officially been suspended. Vickers was last seen walking along Old T...
Sep 09, 2025
National Outdoor Leadership School Society applies for 77 long-term crown land leases along the BC Coast
The US-based National Outdoor Leadership School Society has applied for 77 long-term crown land leases along the BC Coast for use as overnight camping locations during their guided Sea-kayak retreats....
Sep 08, 2025 Screenshot of NOLS proposed camp sites along the central coast taken from the application portal // Courtesy: Province of British Columbia
Lax Kw'alaams Mayor Garry Reece Reinstated After Controversial Removal
Mayor Garry Reece of Lax Kw'alaams has been reinstated following a Band Council Resolution issued on August 22nd, reversing his removal from office. The council determined that the process leading to ...
Sep 08, 2025
Kitsumkalum to Hold Ratification Vote on Constitution and Treaty in November
The Kitsumkalum First Nation will hold a critical ratification vote on Saturday, November 1st, to approve both the Kitsumkalum Constitution and the Kitsumkalum Treaty: A Living Agreement. This vote is...
Sep 08, 2025
B.C. Expands Mental Health Support for Northern and Rural Communities
The Province of British Columbia is investing $6.7 million to continue funding low- and no-cost mental health and addiction counselling services, with a strong focus on northern and rural communities....
Sep 08, 2025
Quesnel Affordable Housing Project Will Support Indigenous and Low-Income Families
A new housing development is underway in Quesnel, bringing 35 affordable rental homes to the community. The five-storey building at 319 North Fraser Drive will include studio, one- and two-bedroom uni...
Sep 08, 2025
Witnesses Sought After Dumpster Fires Behind No Frills in Smithers
The Smithers RCMP is investigating a suspicious fire after two dumpsters were set ablaze early this morning behind the No Frills grocery store. The fire was discovered around 3:25 a.m. on September 4t...
Sep 08, 2025
RCMP Investigating Severe Daylight Assault in Fort St. John
The Fort St. John RCMP is seeking public assistance after a serious assault occurred in broad daylight on September 1st, 2025. At approximately 2:40 p.m., police responded to a report of an assault ne...
Sep 08, 2025
RCMP Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Missing Teen
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police are requesting the public's help in locating a missing 17-year-old from Dawson Creek, B.C. Todd Harvey was last seen on August 25, 2025, and was reported missing the ...
Sep 08, 2025
Health Experts Demand Proof LNG Industry is Safe Before Expansion
A coalition of doctors, nurses, and First Nations leaders is challenging both the B.C. and federal governments to provide evidence that the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry is safe, especially in ...
Sep 08, 2025