On this International Overdose Awareness Day, I’d like to share the following statements by the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Judy Darcy and BC Chief Coroner, Lisa Lapointe. While the rates of overdose related deaths are lower for the …
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Prince Rupert terminal expansion leads to job growth
By Kristy Schiewe Global News – August 29, 2017 A massive expansion of the Fairview Terminal’s expanded container facility at the Port of Prince Rupert officially opened for business on Tuesday. The two-year, $200-million investment project financed by Dubai’s major …
Attending the grand opening of Phase 2 of the Fairview Container Terminal
Port operations are a good example of how communities, First Nations, labour and business can come together and share success. The growth of the Port of Prince Rupert has enabled a network of jobs across BC. From working at …
Charlotte Views: Return of free adult high school and English classes a good start
Friday August 25, By Tom Kertes Haida Gwaii Observer There are many of kinds education, the most important being the informal education we receive from our families and communities. Both my parents were professionals, so a lot of what I …
Parliamentary calendar is now online
The parliamentary calendar for the rest of 2017 has been released. Click here for more information
Small businesses affected by wildfires may be eligible for emergency grant
Prince Rupert – North Coast MLA, Jennifer Rice wants Bella Coola residents to know that small businesses can immediately access emergency financial support. “I’m happy to know that businesses along Highway 20 have been included for eligibility for the grant,” …
Jennifer Rice reacts to New Democrat government decision to end grizzly bear trophy hunt
Prince Rupert -North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice is commending the New Democrat government for announcing that the grizzly bear trophy hunt in BC is coming to an end. “This is a promise our government made to the citizens of …
Jennifer Rice reacts to restoration of Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning funding
Jennifer Rice reacts to restoration of Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning funding Prince Rupert -North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice is pleased with Premier John Horgan’s announcement that tuition fees for Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English Language …
Our future is bright even with LNG pullout: Rice letter to the editor
August 3, 2017 | Jennifer Rice | The Northern View Editor: Reaction to Pacific Northwest LNG pulling out in Prince Rupert has been as diverse as the people who reside here – many are not surprised considering global market conditions, …
Rice named parliamentary secretary for emergency preparedness
July 18, 2017 | Shannon Lough | The Northern View Newly minted Premier John Horgan announced his cabinet appointments, and North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice was named parliamentary secretary for emergency preparedness. “I’m really honoured that John Horgan has entrusted …