Webinars available to help spur economic development in BC communities
The BC government is rolling out three new webinars which will help residents learn about strategies, tools and resources available to help them to spur economic development in their communities. Building on the success of 15 previously offered ‘Economic Development Essentials for Local Leaders’ workshops, three free webinars are scheduled for September and October: Thursday, […]
Residents near Tulameen River dealing with spill
Rick Taylor, The Nelson Daily Residents of Coalmont, a small mining town northwest of Princeton, recently noticed there was something very wrong with the Tulameen River. The water had turned black as coal. Keith Meldrum, spokesman for the Coalmont Energy Corp later confirmed that a tailings pond spill occurred on (Saturday) August 24. Coalmont Energy […]
BC Education Minister speaks to back-to-school
This week more than half a million B.C. children are back in the classroom to continue their education journeys. While our youngest students are experiencing their very first day of school and Grade 12s are looking forward to the next phase in their lives, the first week back is a special time when everyone shares in the...
Decision costs Bountiful leader nearly $150,000
The leader of polygamy community Bountiful, Winston Blackmore, has lost an appeal federal Tax Court that will cost nearly $150,000. Blackmore had appealed a tax assessment that concluded he understated his income by $1.8 million dollars during a period of six years. The Bountiful leader argued in court that an obscure section of tax law […]
BC Chambers of Commerce join litigation to stop 'draconian' policy of US border officials
The BC Chamber of Commerce has joined litigation filed in a U.S. court to push back against border measures that pose a serious risk for B.C. businesses and tourists. Currently, British Columbians heading to the U.S. for business or tourism purposes face a border regime that empowers border guards, at their own discretion and...
Be safe on BC roads during the last long weekend of the summer
For many, the Labour Day long weekend is the last chance for a summer getaway before schedules get busier and school begins. During the Labour Day long weekend, on average, four people are killed and 560 injured in 1,900 crashes on B.C. roads every year – making it one of the most dangerous long weekends […]
Suspicious deaths of two female escorts in New Westminster
Two female escorts are dead and police are warning women to be wary in New Westminster, according to RCMP Sgt. Jennifer Pound. "The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) in conjunction with the New Westminster Police Department (NWPD) is asking the public to be vigilant following two separate suspicious deaths," Pound...
Greens have new party leader
After former leader Jane Sterk resigned, the B.C. Green Party has appointed a new interim leader. Former Central Saanich councillor Adam Olsen, a B.C. Green Party candidate in Saanich North, is taking over the role of leader. Sterk, who announced in June she would resign at the party’s annual AGM this weekend after leading the […]
Motorcycle speeds to 140km/hr and hits bear
A bear ran in front of a motorcycle on Hwy. 7 on June 30. The crash was recorded by a helmet camera and RCMP just release the video to show the public how important it is to slow down. “We hope this short video will help people realize the importance of slowing down, and concentrating on the complicated task of driving a motor...
BC Senior Games kick off in Kamloops
The Kamloops economy is getting a shot in the arm this week as nearly four thousand B.C. seniors with their families and supporters arrive for the BC Seniors Games. Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Coralee Oakes lit the torch today in Kamloops, officially opening the Games. The government of British Columbia is contributing […]
