Legislation has been introduced to strengthen B.C.’s ability to respond quickly to threats of tariffs imposed on Canada by the United States, to grow a more self-reliant economy, and to defend workers and businesses. “President Donald Trump doesn’t care about the devastating effect his chaotic actions are having on Canadian and American families alike,” said […]

Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) today announced an agreement with Bunker Hill Mining Corp. (“Bunker Hill”) for a US$40-million equity investment intended to enhance the North American critical minerals supply chain by securing high-quality, cost-competitive zinc and lead concentrate from Idaho’s Silver Valley to feed Teck’s Trail Operations (“Trail”). The investment is subject to various closing […]

A homeowner in Lantzville had a rude awakening recently when he literally came face-to-face with thieves in the process of robbing his home, according to RCMP R/Const. Gary O’Brien. The incident occurred sometime between 5:30 and 6 a.m. on March 8 in Lower Lantzville on the water side. “The homeowner, a man in his late […]

The impact of donor generosity ripples across the region’s post-secondary landscape with individual lives changed through the shared power of education. The Selkirk College Foundation held its annual Donor Tea at the Tenth Street Campus in Nelson, bringing together those dedicated to building a lasting impact with the students who are on a journey towards […]

Dear Editor I have been so proud to see how many of my fellow Canadians have responded to the threats of Trump’s tariffs by committing to support Canadian industry, farmers and retail outlets.  It has been a real awakening of pride in our identity, and an adventure to seek out authentic Canadian goods and services, […]

Premier David Eby has issued the following statement in response to the latest threats from the United States: “Today (March 10), we are ordering the removal of all American beer, wine, spirits and refreshment beverages from the shelves at BCLIQUOR stores. The stores carry hundreds of types of U.S. alcohol that the BC Liquor Distribution […]

La Cafamore performs at the Trail United Church at 1300 Pine Avenue, on Sunday March 23rd, 2:00 p.m.  Advance tickets may be purchased from the Bailey:  tickets.trail-arts.com.  Tickets may also be purchased at the door. Tickets are $20 – children under 12 attend for free. La Cafamore has been performing for Kootenay audiences since 2008, […]

At least 458 people experiencing homelessness died in British Columbia in 2023, according to data from the BC Coroners Service. This reflects an increase of 23% from 2022 (373) and is nearly three times the number of people who died while experiencing homelessness in the province in 2020 (155). “The data speaks to the tragic […]

The Skills Centre’s executive director, Morag Carter, has received the King’s Coronation Medal for her contributions to the community, province and nation. Under her leadership, the Skills Centre spent three years and $6.5 million, from 2021 through 2024, purchasing a pair of buildings in downtown Trail and completing a massive renovation project to make their […]

British Columbia’s 2025 budget tabled this week has British Columbians at its centre. Premier David Eby and our BC NDP Government are protecting the services people rely on, strengthening our economy, and standing together in the face of The US tariff threat. We know that the threat of tariffs and the potential effect on jobs and our economy […]