Category Archives: News
Possession of Under 2.5 grams of Certain Illegal Drugs for Personal Use to be Decriminalized Starting Tomorrow
In an effort to combat the overdose crisis, the province is decriminalizing the possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs. Beginning tomorrow, adults in BC will no longer face criminal char...
Jan 30, 2023
Ksan Society sees Terrace support Coldest Night of the Year walk
Terrace's Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) fundraiser for the 2023 winter season is off to a good start, according to event organizers. Vicky Serafini, communication specialist for Ksan Society, says ...
Jan 30, 2023
Suspect Charged With Manslaughter in Relation to 2021 Death Near Sheridan Lake
A man has been charged with manslaughter in relation to the death of a 69 year-old man near Sheridan Lake in 2021. On August 6th of that year, 100 Mile House RCMP were called to a residence in the are...
Jan 27, 2023
New Makeover Comes with a New Name for College of New Caledonia's Library
A new makeover comes with a new name for the former Library at the College of New Caledonia. As part of an effort to move away from the traditional library experience, theirs will now be known as the ...
Jan 27, 2023
Avalanche Canada Lowers Danger Rating on North Coast to Stage 3, Conditions Still Dangerous
Avalanche Canada has lowered the danger rating for inland and coastal sections of the Northcoast to stage 3, though risks remain high. Stage 3, or considerable risk, is the third highest stage on thei...
Jan 27, 2023
Coastal GasLink Pipeline Project Now 83% Complete Overall, Construction Nearing 80%
Construction on Coastal GasLink's 670 km pipeline is nearing the 80 percent completion mark, according to their monthly update. As of the end of December, the project is now 83 percent complete overal...
Jan 27, 2023
New Hazelton RCMP Seeking Public Assistance to Locate Wanted Man Considered to be Dangerous
New Hazelton RCMP are requesting public assistance to locate a man wanted on multiple warrants, who is considered dangerous. 35 year-old George Quinn Williams is wanted on charges of assault causing b...
Jan 27, 2023
Tahltan and Nisga'a Nations Sign New Partnership to Optimize Participation in KSM Mine Project, Re-Affirming Long-Standing Alliances
A new partnership between the Tahltan and Nisga'a Nations will optimize their participation in the development of Seabridge Gold's KSM project. Located roughly 65 kms northwest of Stewart, the KSM pro...
Jan 27, 2023
Lake Babine Nation Regains Control Over 20,000 Hectares of their Territory in New Agreement with the Province
Control over 20,000 hectares of their traditional territory has been transferred back to the Lake Babine Nation. That land includes both waterfront and prime forestry lands, and will allow the Nation ...
Jan 27, 2023 Photo Courtesy of BC Government. Murray Rankin, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, joined Lake Babine Nation Chief Murphy Abraham to sign the Lake Babine Nation Lands Transfer Agreement
Housing for Independent Seniors on the Way for Fort St James, Thanks to Fresh Provincial and Federal Funding
Seniors in Fort St James will soon have access to 36 new rental units, thanks to fresh funding from the Province and Ottawa. A combined $8 million investment will help advance the redevelopment of the...
Jan 26, 2023