Category Archives: News
Canadian Leaders react to shooting death of American right-wing activist Charlie Kirk
In the aftermath of the shooting death of American right-wing activist Charlie Kirk during a 'Prove Me Wrong' speaking event at Utah Valley University, Canadian leaders of all stripes have joined in t...
Sep 11, 2025 FBI Salt Lake City X post indicating person of interest in shooting death of Charlie Kirk // Courtesy: FBI Salt Lake City via X
Province Expands Nurse Practitioner Training to Address Health-Care Gaps
The B.C. government is addressing health-care shortages by expanding nurse practitioner (NP) training at universities across the province. A total of 65 new training seats have been added at the Unive...
Sep 11, 2025
Expands Mental Health Support for Students with PreVenture Program
British Columbia is expanding its PreVenture program to over 80 schools, offering students valuable tools to manage stress, build resilience, and prevent substance use. The evidence-based initiative, ...
Sep 11, 2025
False Bomb Threats in Prince George and Vanderhoof Prompt Closures
Prince George and Vanderhoof RCMP responded to several bomb threats on the evening of September 10th. The first threat was made to the University Hospital of Northern B.C., with additional calls recei...
Sep 11, 2025
Federal Government Invests in Rural Transit Planning Across BC
The federal government is investing $350,000 to improve rural transit systems in British Columbia, with funding directed to seven key planning projects across the province. In Dawson Creek, the City w...
Sep 11, 2025
Cops for Cancer Tour de North Begins September 12th in Prince George
The Cops for Cancer Tour de North will roll through Northern BC from September 12th to 18th, raising funds and awareness for childhood cancer research. The 7-day event brings together law enforcement ...
Sep 11, 2025
Kitimat Residents Encouraged to Be Aware of Bylaws to Avoid Violation Tickets
The District of Kitimat is reminding residents to be mindful of local bylaws to help avoid violation tickets. While many bylaw enforcement actions in the past have involved education and warnings, the...
Sep 11, 2025
BC Groups Urge Government to Prioritize Biodiversity Law, Protect Old Growth
Five years after the release of the Old Growth Strategic Review, 88 organizations and the Union of BC Indian Chiefs are calling on the provincial government to act on one of the report's key recommend...
Sep 11, 2025 Pecold / Depositphotos.com (This is not the location of the planned cultural burn)
Carney Announces Major Resource Projects to Boost Canada's Economy and Global Competitiveness
Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled the first series of projects that will be fast-tracked by the new Major Projects Office (MPO), aimed at accelerating Canada's economic growth, advancing climate...
Sep 11, 2025 rabbit75_dep / Depositphotos.com
Charges Laid After Vandalism at Quesnel Car Dealership
A 35-year-old man has been charged after a car dealership in Quesnel was vandalized, causing thousands of dollars in damage. Between August 30 and September 8, 2025, the business located on the 200 bl...
Sep 11, 2025 RCMP graphic // Courtesy: RCMP