Category Archives: News
Ocean House Lodge Opens in Haida Gwaii, Promoting Sustainable Tourism
The Haida Nation's new Ocean House at Tlaga Gwtlaas, Haida Gwaii, opened on June 1, shifting the focus of local tourism towards sustainability and cultural preservation. The lodge, now a symbol of Hai...
Jul 10, 2025
B.C. Government Supports Flood Protection and Extreme Temperature Measures in Northern Communities
The Province of B.C. is investing $6 million in community projects aimed at mitigating the risks posed by climate-driven hazards, with a focus on flood protection and extreme temperature resilience. T...
Jul 10, 2025
Northern BC Real Estate: Diverse Activity in Communities Across the Region
Real estate activity in northern BC has remained steady in the first half of 2025, with varying results across different communities. In Williams Lake, 192 properties were sold, with a slight decrease...
Jul 10, 2025
Measles Exposure Warning in Fort St. John
Northern Health is warning of another possible measles exposure in Fort St. John - this time at the hospital's emergency department between 3:30 p.m. on July 4th and 2 a.m. on July 5th. Anyone who was...
Jul 10, 2025
Kitselas First Nation bless upgraded Fish Wheel on eve on commercial salmon fishery launch
The Kitselas First Nation has received approval to conduct an inland commercial fishery for sockeye salmon this year following the success of last year's pilot fishery near the Kitselas Canyon. Kitsel...
Jul 10, 2025 Kitselas Fish Wheel // Photo Courtesy: Kitselas 5 Tier System LP
Search Continues for Missing Man Believed to Have Left Fort St. John
Police are renewing calls for public assistance as the search continues for Kolton Swift, a 24-year-old man reported missing on July 8. While he was last seen in Fort St. John on March 24, investigato...
Jul 10, 2025
New Shelter and Transitional Housing Opens in Kelowna for Women and Children Fleeing Violence
Forty-four new shelter and transitional housing spaces have opened in Kelowna to support women and children fleeing violence. The newly built AG House, operated by NOW Canada, includes 20 shelter beds...
Jul 09, 2025
One Dead in Highway 16 Crash Near Manton Road in Smithers
A fatal crash west of Smithers has claimed the life of a 70-year-old man. The incident happened just after 1:20 p.m. on Monday, July 7, on Highway 16 near Manton Road. According to Smithers RCMP, the ...
Jul 09, 2025
BC Hydro Announces Lower Connection Costs to Accelerate Housing Development
In response to B.C.'s growing housing needs, BC Hydro has made key changes to its Distribution Extension Policy, aimed at making electricity connections faster and more affordable. Effective July 5, t...
Jul 09, 2025
Smudging Ceremony Teaches Healing and Tradition at Fort St. John Friendship Society
On June 26, the Fort St. John Friendship Society hosted a smudging workshop that gave 16 participants a hands-on introduction to an important Indigenous healing tradition. The session was led by Melan...
Jul 09, 2025