The Knowledge Network and the First Peoples’ Cultural Council are collaborating on a new documentary initiative about First Nations cultural revitalization in British Columbia. Knowledge […]
The North
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After more than 27 years of unsettled treaty negotiations with the Crown, the Yekooche First Nation has issued a declaration affirming their unceded ancestral rights […]
Mackenzie Hospital and Health Centre is yet another rural health care facility in this province that is suffering from staff shortages, says Prince George-Mackenzie MLA […]
A recall petition will be issued in the Peace River North electoral district, after Elections BC received a petition application that met the requirements of […]
BURNS LAKE – The province and Lake Babine Nation have signed a new land transfer agreement. The agreement will enable Lake Babine Nation to take […]
MP Bob Zimmer is blaming Victoria and Ottawa for Canfor’s decision to permanently close its sawmill and pellet plant in Chetwynd. “Lack of access due […]
VICTORIA – The Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) has issued an administrative penalty to Coastal GasLink Pipeline Ltd. (CGL) for non-compliance with requirements of its environmental […]
Submitted by Caledonia Nordic Ski Club The nation came to watch the best skiers in the country vie for the final spots on the national […]
The province has increased funding for the Forest Enhancement Society of B.C. with the goal of increasing fibre supply while also mitigating wildfire risks and […]
The BC RCMP Major Crime Section (MCS) continues to investigate after two people were found deceased inside a Dawson Creek home. On January 14 the […]
The University of Northern British Columbia increased its research funding for the third year in a row according to the latest edition of the Canada’s […]
The B.C. government and Blueberry River First Nations have reached an agreement that will guide them forward in a partnership approach to land, water and […]
In Prince George Tuesday, Premier David Eby announced a new fund designed to diversify local economies, promote value-added innovation in the forestry sector and create […]
VICTORIA – Twelve First Nations communities throughout British Columbia will receive $7.1 million to develop alternative-energy projects and advance energy efficiency through the province’s Community […]
The CNC Research Forest Society (CNCRFS) has resumed its annual search for environmentally focused projects to support through its legacy fund. The successful applicant(s) can […]
Premier David Eby; Brenda Bailey, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation; Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests will be in Prince George today to make […]
BC Liberal forest ministry critic Mike Bernier is putting the blame for Canfor’s closing of Prince George Pulp and Paper squarely on the shoulders of […]
Three finalists who made winning pitches for the Northern BC “Spark” Program were each awarded a $3,000 seed grant and mentorship to help them get […]
The Fort St John RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a man who fraudulently rented heavy equipment. On November 21, 2022, the Fort […]
Oil and gas work in the Arctic was set to resume this year, however Ottawa has extended an order suspending the activity. That has angered […]
Canfor Corporation (TSX:CFP) is extending its sawmill closures in British Columbia. According to a company release, the extensions are due to ongoing weak market conditions […]
VICTORIA – The Home Owner Grant will continue to cover 92 per cent of residential properties in B.C. with the threshold set at $2.125 million […]
DAWSON CREEK – The Government of British Columbia and Northern Health are moving to the next step in the procurement process for replacement of the […]
In the next few days, owners of almost 250,000 properties throughout northern B.C. can expect to receive their 2022 assessment notices, which reflect market value […]
Avalanche Canada has issued special public avalanche warning for most of the Northern Rockies area. The warning is in effect until Monday, January 2. The […]
CHETWYND – Freezing rain is forecast for Highway 97 in the Pine Pass and other areas of the South Peace region and is expected to […]
The BC Hydro Peace Agricultural Compensation Fund (PACF) board of directors has approved $180,298 in grant funding to support agricultural production and related economic activity […]
VICTORIA – Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, has issued the following statement on influenza-associated deaths in children and youth: “The BC Centre for Disease […]
The Northern Health Connections program will run on a modified schedule starting December 20, leading up to an annual holiday and maintenance break that takes […]
The province is expanding a program that trains internationally educated doctors so they can get licensed to practise in British Columbia. “The pandemic has exposed […]
Consistent with other jurisdictions, the Second Quarterly Report confirms a fast economic recovery has led to stronger-than-expected revenues in B.C. The province’s operating surplus is […]
The College of New Caledonia will have a new foundation industrial mechanic (millwright and machinist) program to Vanderhoof starting in February 2023, helping students gain […]
The province has announced $230 million in new funding designed to help specialized and rural police forces with staffing. The funding, according to the province, […]
The University of Northern British Columbia will engage with individuals and communities across the region as it launches a comprehensive strategic planning renewal process. Centred […]
The living wage in Prince George is now $21.19 per hour, according to a report released today by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. In […]
BC Liberal Party members have voted 80 per cent in favour of changing the party name to BC United. The online vote began on Sunday, […]
VICTORIA – Public-health officials are asking all British Columbians to get their influenza and COVID-19 immunizations as soon as possible, as rates of respiratory illnesses […]
The deadline to provide input on proposed changes to B.C.’s provincial electoral districts is Tuesday, November 22, 2022. On October 3, the BC Electoral Boundaries […]
Dr. Margo Greenwood has been appointed to the Canadian Senate. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today announced Governor General Mary Simon appointed Greenwood as an independent […]
Ayasew Ooskana Pictures Inc. announced today that Bones of Crows, the feature film written and directed by award-winning Métis/Dene filmmaker Marie Clements will be embarking […]
Northern Health has issued a toxic drug alert for northern B.C. There has been an increase in overdose events across the Northern Interior region. Substances […]
VICTORIA – Water users are encouraged to undertake voluntary water conservation measures and monitor their water supply as rains in northeastern B.C. are below normal […]
An early morning fire in a hotel parking lot in Smithers caused significant damage to eight vehicles including several police vehicles Wednesday. Just before 4:30 […]
Lieutenant Governor Janet Austin has met with Premier John Horgan and has accepted his advice that David Eby become the next premier of British Columbia. […]
New Hazelton RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance to locate 19-year-old Kasey Snider, who is wanted in connection to a home invasion which took place […]
Tourism Prince George is encouraging visitors and residents to explore the outdoors with its new passport: Hit The Trail.The virtual passport is an app/website that […]
TELKWA – The Quick bridge will receive a new superstructure, bringing a safe and reliable crossing back to the area. The current 100-year-old wooden bridge […]
Ron Sebastian, an acclaimed northwest coast Indigenous artist with a profound and longstanding connection to the University of Northern British Columbia, will receive an honorary […]
The Prince George RCMP is requesting the public’s help in locating a wanted person. Tyrone Terris Squinas, 35, is wanted for assaulting a police officer. […]
BY GERRY CHIDIAC Lessons in Learning It’s very odd to hear pundits on the far-right calling an FBI raid on Donald Trump’s private compound evidence […]
FORT NELSON – People travelling the Alaska Highway can look forward to improved public safety with expanded access to 911 emergency services through five new […]
Nechako Lake MLA John Rustad has been removed from the B.C. Liberal caucus. The ouster comes, apparently, as a result of Rustad retweeting a post […]
The Houston RCMP are requesting the public’s help in locating a man wanted for robbery, break and enter, possession of stolen property and several offences […]
The Mackenzie RCMP are requesting the public’s help in locating Andrew Antonio Santos who has not been seen since August 1, 2022. When Andrew failed […]
Long ago I found myself at a public meeting in the community hall at Redstone … a hamlet on the cold Chilcotin Plateau. Before their […]
Interested in electric vehicles but don’t know too much about them? That can change. Starting later this week, the Community Energy Association (CEA) is taking […]
New projects supporting social, health and community services in areas experiencing rapid economic growth will benefit people in the province’s North as a result of […]
Two northern First Nations communities will have greater access to nutritious food through grants for Indigenous-led food security projects. The Stellat’en First Nation and Doig […]
VICTORIA – British Columbians should remain alert to the threat of wildfire throughout August as conditions remain hot and dry. Seasonal and above seasonal temperatures […]
VICTORIA – Fourteen exceptional people will be appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest form of recognition, including Prince George’s Dr. Nadine […]