Category Archives: News
Avalanche Risks Remain Dangerously High in the Northwest, Particularly Near the Coast
Fresh snow burying a weak snow pack has the potential for large avalanches high on the Northcoast. Avalanche Canada has set the danger rating to 4 for coastal and inland sections of the coast west of ...
Jan 25, 2023
Toxic Drug Alert Issued for Terrace Area Following an Increase in Overdose Events
Northern Health has issued a toxic drug warning covering the Terrace area, following an increase in overdose events. Being sold as down, in a variety of colours, the reported substance has tested posi...
Jan 25, 2023
RCMP Looking to Identify Suspect of Armed Robbery at a Local Prince Rupert Store
RCMP in Prince Rupert are hoping the public can help identify the suspect of an armed robbery from yesterday. Police were called out to Pa's Food Market on the 600 block of 6th Avenue West yesterday m...
Jan 24, 2023
Tolko Extends Christmas Downtime Once Again at a Pair of Mills in the Cariboo
Temporary curtailments are set to continue at a pair of lumber mills in the Cariboo. On December 28th, Tolko Industries extended Christmas downtime at their Soda Creek and Armstrong Lumber Divisions t...
Jan 24, 2023
Renovations to Former Prince Rupert Inn Bring Much Needed Supportive Housing for those Experiencing or at Risk of Homelessness
Renovations to the former Raffles Inn in Prince Rupert have now wrapped up, transforming it into the Crane's Crossing supportive housing facility. Located at 1080 3rd Avenue, the repurposed building w...
Jan 24, 2023
Taku Watershed Declared Newest Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area in Canada
Members of the Taku River Tlingit First Nation came together this week to celebrate Canada's newest Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area. IPCAs give Indigenous governments a lead role in protecting...
Jan 24, 2023
Avalanche Risks Remain Very High for both Inland and Coastal Sections of the Northcoast, Elevated Across the Northwest
Strong winds, heavy snowfall, and a weak snowpack have avalanche risks elevated in the Northwest. Avalanche Canada has set the danger rating to 4 for both coastal and inland sections of the coast nort...
Jan 24, 2023
City Awards Contract for McConnell Crescent Landslide Remediation Work, Expected to Begin This Week
Long-awaited remediation work on the on-going McConnell Crescent landslide in Terrace is expected to get underway tomorrow. Issues in the area stem from a 2017 landslide on the Kitsumkalum Escarpment,...
Jan 23, 2023
Association of Mineral Exploration's Annual Roundup Gets Underway for Four Day Event in Vancouver
Individuals from around the world with an interest in mineral exploration and development are gathering in Vancouver this week. Thousands come together each year to discuss the industry and its impact...
Jan 23, 2023
BC Introduces New K-12 Anti-Racism Action Plan Aimed at Empowering Students and Staff to Take Action Against Racism
BC's new K-12 Anti-Racism Action Plan aims to empower students and educators to take action against racism and discrimination in their schools. Introduced today, the plan was developed over the past 3...
Jan 23, 2023