UPDATE: Authorities have found the body of Greg Gritchin, no foul play suspected
The 55-year-old man reported missing on June 14, 2023, has been located. Unfortunately, on June 15, 2023, he was found deceased as a result of non-suspicious circumstance in Castlegar, BC. RCMP wish to thank the media and public for their assistance. Previous coverage: On Wednesday, June 14 at 10 a.m., a frontline Trail ...
Province expands access to opioid agonist treatment medications
British Columbia is taking action on the toxic drug crisis by being the first province in Canada to provide universal coverage for eligible medications used for the treatment of opioid-use disorder. “Improving access to medication is an important part of strengthening the public health-care system,” said Adrian Dix, Minister...
Phased reopening planned for Highway 4
Highway 4 is expected to open to limited travel as early as the weekend of June 24-25, 2023, after a wildfire closed the route on June 6. Safety for people driving the highway is the top priority. The roadway will reopen only when it is safe for drivers. Assessment of dangerous trees and slope stability is ongoing with work...
Agreements address Columbia River Treaty impacts on Indigenous Nations
The Ktunaxa, Secwépemc and Syilx Okanagan Nations and their members will benefit from new interim agreements that share revenue generated from the Columbia River Treaty. Through the three separate interim agreements, the Ktunaxa Nation, Secwépemc Nation and Syilx Okanagan Nation will each receive 5% of the revenue generated...
Op/Ed:Outdated forest practices the blame for high-intensity wildfires
A long, destructive summer is coming to B.C. forests British Columbia is poised to suffer a historically ruinous fire season and we have only ourselves to blame. Warm, dry weather early in the season is part of the problem, to be sure. Climate change is likely making things worse. But B.C.’s history of fire suppression and...
SCRAP-IT® Launches New Income Qualified E-Bike Rebate Program
Starting today, BC residents have the opportunity for a rebate when they purchase a new electric bike – and because the rebate amount is based on income, the program will make e-bikes a clean transportation choice that is more affordable and accessible for everyone. There are four easy steps associated with accessing the ...
SCRAP-IT® Launches New Income Qualified E-Bike Rebate Program
Starting today, BC residents have the opportunity for a rebate when they purchase a new electric bike – and because the rebate amount is based on income, the program will make e-bikes a clean transportation choice that is more affordable and accessible for everyone. There are four easy steps associated with accessing the ...
You’re Invited: Columbia operations update virtual meeting
BC Hydro is hosting a virtual meeting to provide information about Columbia facility operations. Topics to be discussed include information about forecast inflows and our expected operation of our facilities including Mica Dam and Kinbasket Reservoir, Revelstoke Dam and Revelstoke Reservoir, Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam and Arrow...
No one injured but much damage done during Sunday morning house fire
CFD responded to a residential structure fire the morning of May 21 in the 600 block of 9 Avenue, According to Fire Chief Sam Lattanzio. He said the call came in at 8:00 a.m., and R1, E1, L1, E2 and C1 attended along with 12 members. Upon arrival, Incident Command determined that all occupants and pets were out and accounted...
Op/Ed: WHY Resources Open-pit Mine Proposal for Record Ridge
West High Yield (WHY) continues its efforts to further its application for a permit to go ahead with the next phase of its proposed magnesium mine on Record Ridge. The Ministry has accepted the WHY application for a permit, but has not approved it. The review process has just begun. Local residents should be aware that...
