Tag: BC Natural Resources Forum

City Council touts successful meetings with Premier, Ministers at BC Natural Resource Forum

City of Prince George Darin Bain -
Prince George City Council says they held several successful meetings with provincial and federal representatives last week. These took place during the BC Natural Resources Forum at the Civic Centre.

“Without a healthy north, we don’t have a healthy south,” : Resource Works President

Business Brendan Pawliw -
In October, the Province tabled legislation to expedite the construction of the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL) in partnership with local First Nations.

BC Natural Resources Forum talks about path forward for forestry sector

Business Zachary Barrowcliff -
The forestry sector's challenges and future were a highlight during the final day of the BC Natural Resources Forum in Prince George.

Centerra Gold eyeing possible re-opening of Kemess Mine

Business Brendan Pawliw -
The facility is located 430 kilometres northwest of Prince George and 250 kilometres north of Smithers.

BC Natural Resources Forum reinforces importance of critical minerals and mining beyond the north

Business Zachary Barrowcliff -
The BC Natural Resource Forum held a panel on the province's work in critical minerals and mining earlier today (Thursday).

Eby, Prince George Chamber hold constructive meeting on downtown issues

Municipal News Brendan Pawliw -
The BC Natural Resources Forum wraps up tomorrow (Thursday).

Mount Milligan mine expansion given green light after new permits issued

Business Brendan Pawliw -
Originally, the permits were expected to end in 2028. The new ones support mine expansion to the existing 574 jobs and includes a projected capital expenditure of as much as $400 million.

Forest sector facing several challenges, but also opportunities: Parmar

Business Darin Bain -
"The message that I hear loud and clear from British Columbians, people here in Prince George and all across this province, is what steps are we taking to ensure we're increasing the value of our product, getting as many jobs per cubic metre."

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Members of forestry industry launch Forestry is a Solution platform

Business Zachary Barrowcliff -
A broad coalition of Forestry workers, community leaders, and industry representatives launched a new province-wide platform called Forestry is a Solution.

North Coast Transmission Line will help unlock projects in the North: Dix

Business Darin Bain -
The North Coast Transmission Line will run 450 kilometres from Prince George to Terrace, more than doubling the electricity capacity in the region. 

PG Mayor, Forests Minister to hold media availability at City Hall

City of Prince George Brendan Pawliw -
Premier David Eby will be giving the Keynote Address at the Celebrating Natural Resources Banquet, which is a ticketed event at 7:30pm.

Three workshops to help open BC Natural Resources Forum

Business Darin Bain -
"It's so interesting right now in the time that we're in, especially with both the federal and provincial governments over in Asia last week, looking at diversification of markets," said Forum Advisory Chair Sarah Weber. 

BC Natural Resources Forum returning to Prince George next week

Community Zachary Barrowcliff -
Prince George will be hosts to over 1,600 Indigenous leaders, industry leaders, and government officials during the 23rd Annual BC Natural Resources Forum.

Downtown parking to be busier than normal with BC Natural Resources Forum

City of Prince George Zachary Barrowcliff -
Prince George will be a bit busier next week, as the BC Natural Resources Forum is set to take place at the Conference and Civic Centre. 

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Northern Pour invites community to raise a glass for cardiac care

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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

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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.

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

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