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Province announces annual allowable cut reduction for area northeast of PG

The decision helps ensure forests remain healthy and productive over the long term, including protecting archeological and cultural heritage sites, recognizing areas that are not suitable or uneconomic for harvesting and considering the potential effects of climate change.

Provincial program to give financial boost to Northern B.C. tourism sector

Since 2022, the Province has invested more than $156 million, supporting 525 projects in B.C. and creating an estimated 7,500 jobs in rural communities.

CNC well prepared for updated provincial guidelines on drug overdoses

Students who do call first responders during an overdose event are protected by both the provincial and federal Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act. 

Province launches funding for northern community shuttle services

Funding decision's will be made in November, with groups receiving support for services delivered between April 1st of 2027 and March 31st of 2028.

BC Emergency Health Services unveil new 12th Avenue ambulance station in PG

The new station, approximately 2,365 square metres (25,450 square feet),  replaces two aging facilities with a modern space designed to support the growing needs of the community. The $14.7-million project was funded by the province.

Forest Enhancement Society of B.C. grants funding to Community Forest initiative north of PG

The community forest is a joint partnership between the McLeod Lake Indian Band and the District of Mackenzie.

Path Forward initative supports PG Native Friendship Centre project

The province is supporting the development of a Missing Indigenous Person Notification Pilot Project.

Thirty American-trained health care professionals have been hired by Northern Health

From March 2025 until this February, B.C. received over 2,900 job applications from U.S. Health Care professionals.

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Provincial pilot project lands in PG to assist First Nations people with diverse needs

Our province is investing $900,000 into the project. The pilot will run through 2027.

Remembering those who served: Province marks today as Search and Rescue Volunteer Memorial Day

Since 1967, while serving people in British Columbia, 17 search and rescue volunteers have lost their lives.

B.C. crafters in knots over addition of PST to yarn, fabric, other materials

The B.C. government tabled a budget last week that said, effective Oct. 1, the seven per cent PST will apply to clothing patterns, yarn, natural fibres, synthetic thread and fabric commonly used to make or repair clothing.

Community Workforce Response Grant to cover full tuition for CNC dental assistant students

The funds are jointly provided by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia — and was secured by the BC Dental Association, which selected CNC as a partner institution.

Contractors selected for construction, design of new acute care tower at UHNBC

The new tower is projected to open by winter 2031.

Affordable housing project in Valemount to open doors for seniors

This project is part of a $19-billion housing investment by the B.C. government. Monthly rents range from $445 to approximately $1,220, depending on unit size and the income of residents.

COFI calls for action after increased duties on Canadian softwood lumber

The BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) is condemning the U.S. Department of Commerce’s final determination to increase duties on Canadian softwood lumber imports.

Premier David Eby signs internal trade agreements to help remove trade barriers

A new internal trade agreement will give B.C shoppers more choice, with more freedom for workers and professionals to move between provinces.

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Northern Pour invites community to raise a glass for cardiac care

During the October 23-24 weekend, the Northern Pour Wine and Spirits will be taking place at the Roll-A-Dome, benefiting Spirit of the North.

Spruce Kings drop first game at BCHL Showcase

A pair of early goals helped the Trail Smoke Eaters to a 4-3 win over the Prince George Spruce Kings at the BCHL Showcase in Nisku, Alberta on Sunday.

Darin’s Sports Shorts; Monday, October 12th

Recap of local and national sports.

T-Wolves WSOC drop a pair of close shaves against UBCO, Wolfpack

UNBC drops to 0-10 on the campaign and will be in Victoria and Vancouver Friday and Saturday to play the Vikes and Thunderbirds. Kickoff each night is at 5pm.

UNBC MSOC complete weekend sweep of UBCO, Thompson Rivers

The Timberwolves improved to 2-4-6 while Thompson Rivers drops to 6-5-0. UNBC is back on the road this weekend taking on the Victoria Vikes on Friday followed by a Saturday matchup against UBC.
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