Category Archives: News

Nisga'a Nation Praises BC Government's Economic Initiatives for the North
In a statement of support, Eva Clayton, President of the Nisga'a Lisims Government, praised the British Columbia government's ongoing commitment to economic development in the northwest. Clayton highl...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

BC Parks Enhances Accessibility in Northern Communities
BC Parks is prioritizing inclusion and accessibility in northern BC, with key upgrades in parks across Terrace, Smithers, and other regions. As part of its ongoing efforts to make outdoor spaces more ...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

BC Premier Eby Outlines $30 Billion Mining Investment Plan with First Nations
Premier David Eby has announced a bold new initiative to bring up to $30 billion in mining investments to British Columbia's northwest, with a strong focus on critical metals and minerals. The provinc...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

Prince Rupert's New Ecology Camp to Teach Kids About Nature
Children aged 6 to 12 in Prince Rupert will soon have the chance to engage with nature through the newly launched North Coast Ecology Camps. Organized by the North Coast Ecology Centre Society (NCECS)...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025 Photo by Chelsey Ellis, provided by the North Coast Ecology Centre Society

Nechako Centre Demolition Resumes After Engineering Delays
After several months of delays, crews have resumed demolition at Kitimat's Nechako Centre on May 14. The work, which was initially scheduled to start in November 2024, faced setbacks due to engineerin...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

Newmont Marks Red Chris Mine Anniversary with $8 Million Boost for Tahltan Communities
Newmont Corp. is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its Red Chris copper-gold mine with an $8 million investment in the Tahltan communities of Dease Lake, Iskut, and Telegraph Creek. The funds will ...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

New Union Hall in Prince Rupert Set to Drive Economic Growth
The opening of a new Union Hall in downtown Prince Rupert is a significant step in supporting the city's growing maritime workforce. The $8.2 million project, a joint effort by ILWU Local 505, the BC ...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

Roadwork in Terrace: Street Closures Starting today
Terrace will see a series of downtown street closures beginning Tuesday, May 27, as roadwork and paving take place. Emerson Street will be closed in sections: from Lakelse to Lazelle Avenue, and from ...
Sabrina Spencer May 27, 2025

Liberals Ready to Tackle Key Issues as Parliament Resumes
As Parliament resumes today, Mark Carney and the Liberal MPs are focused on implementing the vision Canadians endorsed in the April 28 election. The team's agenda aims to create the strongest economy ...
Sabrina Spencer May 26, 2025

New Nats'oojeh Hospital Closes Emergency Department Within 48 Hours of Opening
The newly opened Nats'oojeh Hospital and Health Centre in Fort St. James has closed its Emergency Department just two days after its official opening. The facility, which opened its doors on Jan 14, i...
Sabrina Spencer May 26, 2025