Darin Bain

Darin is a news reporter for Vista Radio's Prince George stations. His career started in the Cariboo in 2020, working as a News Reporter in both 100 Mile House and Williams Lake before making the move to Prince George in late 2021.

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Kodiaks opening season at home Saturday

Prince George Kodiaks Darin Bain - July 17, 2025

The Prince George Kodiaks will be taking the field at Masich Place Stadium for their home opener Saturday as the Westshore Rebels come to town. The Kodiaks are looking to take the next step this season, after a 3-7 finish to the 2024 campaign.

Cabinet shuffle “an opportunity for Eby to change the channel”: Bond

Politics Darin Bain - July 17, 2025

Longtime MLA and Political Analyst Shirley Bond was a bit surprised by Premier David Eby's cabinet shuffle today. (Thursday) The shuffle comes just eight months after Eby's cabinet was revealed following the NDP's win in the 2024 provincial election.

City seeking volunteers to sit on two committees

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 17, 2025

The City of Prince George is putting out the call for volunteers to sit on a pair of committees. The City is accepting applicants to sit on the Prince George Heritage Commission, with one position available for a term ending February 28th, 2027.

City hosting social services connector event to promote collaboration between non-profits

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 17, 2025

The City of Prince George will be hosting an event to help social service providers in the community get together and better coordinate their efforts. Prince George City Council discussed the event at this week's meeting.

Fifth generating unit comes online at Site C

Business Darin Bain - July 16, 2025

The Site C Project has reached another major milestone with the dam's fifth generating unit coming online today. "Commissioning the fifth generating unit at Site C is a significant step towards securing more clean and affordable electricity for communities, homes and businesses," said Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions Adrian Dix.

City providing funding support for Nordic Olympic Qualifiers

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 16, 2025

Prince George City Council has approved funding to support the Caledonia Nordic Ski Club in hosting the 2026 Olympic Winter Games Trials in December. At this week's meeting, City Council approved $40,000 from the Major Events Reserve to support the event, which is set to take place December 10th to 16th.

Advisory Committee to help determine City Council pay

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 16, 2025

Prince George City Council voted to establish a committee to determine Council pay. At this week's meeting, Council voted to establish the committee, which will conduct an independent review of Council remuneration with any adjustments that Council may approve, to be effective January 1st, 2027.

PG Mounties looking for man wanted for theft

Wanted Person Darin Bain - July 16, 2025

The Prince George RCMP are on the lookout for 41-year-old Christopher Ronald Erickson. According to police, he is wanted on two unendorsed warrants for theft under $5,000, and failing to comply with order.

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More members, but not more meetings for Heritage Commission, City Council decides

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 15, 2025

Prince George City Council voted on a number of recommendations from the City's Heritage Commission at last night's (Monday) meeting. During a regular council meeting in March, Prince George Heritage Commission Chair Dr. George Davison outlined many of the issues the Commission has been facing, such as a reduced number of meetings, and a reduction in City staff support.

City Council approves budget to replace damaged garbage truck

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 15, 2025

Prince George City Council has voted to replace a garbage truck in the city. At last night's (Monday) meeting, City Council approved a budget of $750,000 for the purchase. According to Director of Civic Operations Blake McIntosh, this will replace a garbage truck damaged in a motor vehicle incident in May last year.

City Council votes on proposed OCP amendments

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 15, 2025

Prince George City Council went through 33 resolutions relating to the Official Community Plan (OCP) at tonight's (Monday) meeting. These came back to the Council table with staff reports on resolutions presented during meetings held on April 9th and 16th.

Downtown Summerfest set for Saturday

Community Darin Bain - July 14, 2025

Downtown Prince George is bringing back a summer favourite event this weekend. On Saturday, Downtown Prince George is hosting the annual Downtown Summerfest, bringing food, entertainment, shopping, and other activities to Veterans Plaza at City Hall. "I think I'm most excited just to see the community come together and be downtown, and really just have a great time at this event," said Downtown Prince George Executive Director Chrisie Berry.

Organizers “extremely pleased” with Special Olympics BC Games

Community Darin Bain - July 13, 2025

After two days of competition, the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games have come to a close. The games brought around 900 athletes to the Prince George area to compete in ten different sports on Friday and Saturday. "With any large, large tournament like this, you're always running with your hair straight back just to get everything ready, and we certainly managed to put everything together," said Co-Chair of the Organizing Committee Lyn Hall.

American Doctor finding warm reception on bike ride from Prince George to Alaska

Community Darin Bain - July 13, 2025

An American doctor making a journey between two countries is finding friends along the way. Dr. Craig Davis set out from Prince George in June, riding his bike to Juneau, Alaska on his Riding for Peace campaign. His goal is to spread a message of peace, and to ask "how can we do better."

Garbage truck replacement coming before City Council

City of Prince George Darin Bain - July 13, 2025

Prince George City Council will consider replacing a garbage truck at tomorrow's (Monday) meeting. According to a staff report, one of the City's garbage trucks was in a serious motor vehicle accident on Foothills Boulevard on May 13, 2024, resulting in the unit being written off by ICBC.