Brendan Pawliw

Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

Author Archive

PG RCMP aiming to track down wanted man

Crime Brendan Pawliw - July 9, 2025

Yellowbird is considered dangerous and should not be approached.

Thun family hits the $1,000,000 mark in support of PG health care

Health Care Brendan Pawliw - July 9, 2025

A million dollars isn't what it used to be, but it's still a life changing amount when it comes to supporting local health care.

Smithers Hamhuis to be inducted into BC Hockey Hall of Fame

Sports Brendan Pawliw - July 9, 2025

The Smithers native and co-owner of the Prince George Cougars is part of the Class of 2025 to be inducted into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton on Saturday.

New mural to be unveiled in Downtown PG

Community Brendan Pawliw - July 9, 2025

The installation features a burst of Northern-inspired themes, rendered in Sapergia’s expressive style to help create dynamic, community-driven public spaces in downtown Prince George. The launch also kicks-off Community Art Days at Canada Games Plaza, hosted by Two Rivers Art Gallery, with a creative weekend of art, workshops and hands-on activities ahead.

Local cyclist says hit and run highlights the danger riders encounter on regular basis

Crime Brendan Pawliw - July 8, 2025

One suspect who was driving a black dodge 1500 truck was taken into custody. The Tour de North rides is scheduled for September 12th to 18th consisting of an 850-kilometre journey from PG to Prince Rupert raising money for childhood cancer research.

Cops for Cancer Tour de North riders confirmed as victims of hit and run

RCMP Brendan Pawliw - July 8, 2025

The Canadian Cancer Society and the Prince George RCMP confirmed yesterday's (Monday) hit and run incident in Prince George did involve two of the Cops for Cancer Tour de North riders, who were out for a training ride together. It occurred just after 9am at the intersection of North Ospika Boulevard and McRae Avenue near Gordon Bryant Park.

Wildfire crews bracing for a change of conditions in the Peace Region

Wildfires Brendan Pawliw - July 7, 2025

56% of all wildfires have been lightning caused while the remainder are human-caused. Since April 1st, 510 blazes have been ignited in BC.

Update: power restored in PG after mid-afternoon outage

Community Brendan Pawliw - July 7, 2025

BC Hydro crews are dealing with a mid-day power outage in Prince George. 643 customers are in affected north of Midland Road and East of Aberdeen Road.

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Music at the Pavilion to kick off Thursday night

Community Brendan Pawliw - July 7, 2025

Lheidli T’enneh Memorial Park is the place for free live music this summer starting on Thursday. The City is hosting Music at the Pavilion every second Thursday until August 21st.

Helicopter crash in the South Cariboo under investigation

RCMP Brendan Pawliw - July 7, 2025

Four people were taken to hospital for treatment following a helicopter crash over the weekend in the South Cariboo. 100 Mile House RCMP responded to the incident that happened yesterday (July 6) in Lone Butte.