PRINCE RUPERT – Local MLA Jennifer Rice is welcoming $1,178,500 from the province to communities and organizations in the North Coast as part of the New Democrat government’s rural development mandate. “For too many years, young people and families …
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Communities on the North Coast benefit from Rural Dividend
Provided to assist rural communities to reinvigorate and diversify their local economies, the BC Rural Dividend supported eight projects within our North Coast riding. Rural development activities support government’s commitment to building a strong, sustainable, and innovative economy that creates …
Grizzly Bear Trophy Hunting Ban Consultations Have Begun
British Columbians are being given the opportunity to provide input on new proposed grizzly bear regulations. On Aug. 14, 2017, the B.C. government announced that effective Nov. 30, 2017 it will end trophy hunting of grizzly bears and stop …
The Great British Columbia Shake Out!
On October 19 at 10:19 a.m., millions of people worldwide will practice how to “Drop, Cover and Hold On” during Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills. British Columbians can join by registering for the 2017 Great British Columbia ShakeOut. Participating is a great way for your …
Orange Shirt Day
September 30th is Orange Shirt Day! Stemming from Phyllis Webstad’s story of having a bright orange shirt taken aware from her when she was taken and sent to St Joseph residential school in Williams Lake, “Orange Shirt Day,” shirt …
Are You Prepared?
Living on the North Coast, residents are encouraged to prepare their homes for severe weather conditions and tsunamis. Residents should also be mindful of earthquakes, floods, hazardous spills, landslides, avalanches and the aftermath of such events like power outages. Does …
B.C. government committed to protecting reliable transportation in Northern communities
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Gearing up for a new school year?
Please check out the links below to learn more about some available resources for students and parents! New curriculum: The Ministry of Education is in the third year of the implementation of B.C.’s curriculum. See what students will be learning …
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 …