If you care for a family member or friend who is 55 year of age or older, you are not alone – though caregivers can often feel very isolated and alone. That’s why Trail Hospice is so excited to announce their Caregiver Support Program, designed to meet the needs of caregivers. The program offers in-person […]

KC Recycling, the Pacific Northwest’s leading producer of recycled battery plastic and metal, is expanding its polypropylene plant with the support of $1.2 million from the CleanBC Plastics Action Fund. KC Recycling will use the investment in part to increase their ability to accept additional plastics, increasing the volume of high-quality plastic resin they produce […]

Whether driving for work or pleasure, crash risk increases as season changes. Even though we’re only a few days into fall, it’s not too early to start thinking about winter  — at least as far as your tires are concerned. B.C. law requires winter tires on many provincial highways starting on October 1. That’s the […]

The Institute of Movement (in.MVMNT) announces the addition of Dr. Phil and Dr. Danielle McCary, a husband-and-wife chiropractic team joining the clinic as new partners. Relocating from Portland, OR, the McCarys bring a wealth of experience and deep commitment to patient care, marking a significant development for the practice during a transitional time. The integration […]

A message in my inbox requests that I discuss what a volunteer firefighter plate signifies when displayed on a personal vehicle. The reader suggests letting them by if they seem in a rush. A volunteer firefighter is not permitted to drive in excess of the posted speed limit so this courtesy could make the difference […]

I’ve been in Ottawa the last two weeks as Parliament resumes sitting after its summer break.  It was a relaxing summer for most of us, but I want to acknowledge that for some it was full of anxiety and stress due to wildfires.  The Slocan Valley in particular was on fire for many weeks, forcing […]

By Randy Shore The government’s capacity to manage wildlife has declined steadily for decades. Its ability to conduct meaningful science is scraping along at rock bottom. Just last week we learned that government field staff are being asked to turn in their cell phones and have lost funding for travel, which will likely force the […]

I was honored to present the King Charles III Coronation Medal to four very special constituents: Darlene Schultz, Ann Godderis, Gerry Rempel, and Jan Morton were all recognized for their exemplary service. One hundred and fifty-five recipients throughout the province received this award, representing a diverse group of individuals who have made significant contributions to […]

Community Futures South Kootenay and the Downtown Trail Improvement Committee (DTIC) are excited to announce a new initiative to guide the revitalization of downtown Trail. Led by Community Futures and guided and supported by dedicated DTIC volunteers, the project focusses on how we can prevent crime and create a more vibrant and welcoming business hub. […]

New Ministry of Wildlife, Land and Resource Management is cannibalizing fish, wildlife and habitat funds, regional operations are in crisis Government cuts travel funding for fish and wildlife staff Field staff asked to turn in their government cell phones to cut costs Regional office decimated by frustrated staff quitting or on leave Provincial government fish and wildlife programs are in […]