Category Archives: News
Taylor Bachrach Declines Nomination for Kitselas Chief
Former NDP MP Taylor Bachrach was briefly up for nomination as Chief of the Kitselas First Nation. His name was among those nominated during the May 2 community meeting, joining a packed race that inc...
May 5, 2025
RCMP Investigate Targeted Assault Following Gunfire in Kitimat
Kitimat RCMP are continuing their investigation into a targeted assault and reports of gunfire in the early morning hours of April 29th. At approximately 12:20 a.m., officers were called to the 80-blo...
May 5, 2025
Elevator Failure on BC Ferry Leaves Disabled Passengers Stranded
BC Ferries is under fire after passengers with disabilities were forced to crawl up stairs or pay to be carried aboard the Northern Adventure-because the ship's elevator has been out of service for ne...
May 5, 2025
Delays and Rising Costs Disrupt Prince Rupert's Major Water Upgrade
Prince Rupert's multi-year water infrastructure project is under financial and logistical pressure, forcing the city to reassess timelines and spending. Originally budgeted at $130 million, the initia...
May 5, 2025 File photo of the Welcome to Prince Rupert sign
Kitselas First Nation Finalizes 2025 Election Candidates
Kitselas First Nation has released the official list of nominees for its upcoming election, which will take place on June 12, 2025. The nomination meeting on May 2 resulted in 37 candidates for counci...
May 5, 2025
Healthcare Roadshow Visits Terrace to Inspire Local Students
A group of health professional students from across B.C. is bringing healthcare career opportunities to secondary schools in the northwest. The Healthcare Travelling Roadshow, led by UBC Northern Medi...
May 5, 2025 benschonewille / Depositphotos.com
Gitanmaax First Nation Introduces Intervention Circle to Support At-Risk Individuals
The Gitanmaax First Nation has launched an Intervention Circle in Gitxsan Territory, aimed at providing culturally appropriate support for individuals at risk of harm, victimization, or involvement wi...
May 5, 2025
B.C. Moves to Fast-Track Major Infrastructure Projects with New Legislation
The B.C. government is introducing new legislation to accelerate the construction of key infrastructure projects like schools, hospitals, and transit. The Infrastructure Projects Act, tabled May 1, 20...
May 1, 2025
HaiSea Marine Reaches Historic Milestone with First Full-Fleet LNG Escort in Kitimat
A major milestone has been reached for HaiSea Marine - the result of a decade-long vision finally coming to life. This month, for the first time ever, HaiSea's full fleet worked together on a single m...
May 1, 2025
Skeena Valley Farmers Market Returns This Saturday
The Skeena Valley Farmers Market is back this Saturday in Terrace, kicking off its 2025 season with returning favourites and some new faces, including Skeena Green Landscaping-now a designated seasona...
May 1, 2025