Friday, May 29, 2015

May 29 -- New Paramedicine program to launch in Hazeltons

A pilot project in providing health care will get underway this fall in the Hazeltons, with a paramedicine program launched in the area.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 29 -- River levels across the Northwest

A look at the various river watches across Northwest British Columbia.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


May 29 -- Stewart-Hyder Border access to return to 24 hour status

A telephone reporting system will be part of the new procedures in place to keep the Stewart-Hyder border open 24 hours a day.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 29 -- Smithers Arts Community benefits from new shop

A look at a new storefront space in the Smithers area to help promote the arts in the community.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Thursday, May 28, 2015

May 28 -- Open LNG Meeting in the Babine Lake area.

Discussions related to potential LNG issues in the Babine Lake area were examined at an open meeting.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 28 -- Bullkley Valley under severe Thunderstorm watch

The potential of severe weather in the Bulkley Valley has officials providing warnings for residents of the Smithers area.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 28 -- Another roadblock in negotiations in Kitimat

A rejection of a plan to take the Kitimat labour dispute to binding arbitration means that the long running dispute will continue on in the community.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Wednesday, May 27, 2015

May 27 -- KUTE Remains Open

Kitimat's Recycling depot will remain open after a new board takes its place in the community.

From the CFTK TV archives




May 27 -- Smithers Airport Cafe changes

A look at the status of cafe service at the Smithers Airport cafe.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 27 -- Danny Keehn prepares to release some new music in Terrace

A Terrace country singer is about to release his new recording.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Tuesday, May 26, 2015

May 26 -- NWCC mining program visits Kitsault Project

A look at a mining program at NWCC and the opportunities it is accessing in the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


May 26 -- Bulkley River Flood watch

An update on the status of the flood watch on the Bulkley River near Smithers.

From the CFTK TV Archives. 

May 26 -- Terrace man wins Body Building championship

Terrace has a new champion, with Ashley Whittington winning a provincial title in Body Building.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Monday, May 25, 2015

May 25 -- Bulkley River Flood Watch

The latest update on the potential for flooding on the Bulkley River.

From the CFTK TV archives


May 25 -- Smithers Bike Week

A look at how Smithers is approaching Bike to Work Week.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


May 25 -- Kitimat Civic Workers Labour Dispute update

The latest developments in the ongoing labour dispute between the District of Kitimat and Unifor.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Friday, May 22, 2015

May 22 -- Northwest Innovation Challenge

Twelve finalists shared in a range of prizes in a showcase of innovation for the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 22 -- Smithers Child Development Centre Opens

A look at the opening of a new facility for Child Development in the Smithers area.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Thursday, May 21, 2015

May 21 -- Aboriginal Housing proposal in Prince Rupert

A look at plans by the City of Prince Rupert and Makola Housing to address housing for the homeless in Prince Rupert.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


May 21 -- Stewart Border Resolution on the horizon

A plan to restore 24 access to the border crossing between Stewart and Hyder, Alaska is soon to be put in place.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 21 -- Smithers Walk IN clinic to shift focus to schedule patients


A change in the focus of a Smithers clinic will see the service delivery shift to an appointment based process.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 21 -- Is the Great Bear Rainforest at risk

Environmentalist's Call for a halt to logging in the Great Bear Rainforest.

From the Global TV archives.


Wednesday, May 20, 2015

May 20 -- Notes from the Last Spike at Ridley Island

More background on Tuesday's ceremony at Ridley Island that celebrated the completion of the Road, Rail and Utility Corridor.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 20 -- Drug Overdose in Prince Rupert

Background on the death of a Prince Rupert man from an overdose of heroin.

From the CFTK TV Archives..


May 20 -- Memorandum of Agreement between British Columbia and Petronas on LNG

The province of British Columbia and the Malaysian energy company Petronas signed a memorandum of agreement related to the proposed LNG project in the Port Edward area.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 20 -- New playground for the Kitimat region

The playground at Kidala School in Kitimat will soon get a makeover.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 20 -- What hurdles remain in Petronas LNG agreement?

With the announcement of an agreement between the province of British Columbia and Petronas announced on Wednesday, the focus turns to some of the hurdles that remain for the proposed development.

From the Global TV archives


May 20 -- Memorandum of Understanding on LNG between Province of BC and Petronas

The Province and Petronas sign an agreement related to LNG development in Northwest British Columbia.

From the Global TV archives


Tuesday, May 19, 2015

May 20 -- Petronas to sign Memorandum of Understanding with British Columbia government Wednesday

Global BC's Keith Baldrey outlines what is expected from an agreement between the Province of British Columbia and Petronas.

From Global TV archives


May 19 -- The Last Spike at Ridley Island

The Prince Rupert Port Authority hosted a ceremony on Tuesday to bring a conclusion to the Rail, Road and Utility Corridor project, with a range of officials and local residents in attendance.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 19 -- Terrace Homicide investigation

Terrace RCMP provided more background on a weekend incident in the community that left one man dead.

From the CFTK TV New Archives


Saturday, May 16, 2015

May 16 -- Small Town BC -- Metlakatla

Part of Global BC's weekend feature on small town British Columbia, the community of Metlakatla was featured on Saturday morning.

From the Global BC video archives ...


 

Friday, May 15, 2015

May 15 -- Prince Rupert Homecoming 2015 is underway

A look at the weekend ahead for Prince Rupert with Homecoming 2015 underway.

From the CFTK TV Archives



May 15 -- Bukley River Flood Watch update for Friday

The latest information on the nature of the rising Bulkley River and the flood watch in effect in the Smithers area.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


Thursday, May 14, 2015

May 14 -- Alaska Marine Highway Service cuts for Prince Rupert

A look at the reduction in service for the Alaska Marine Highway System in Prince Rupert for this summer, which will see the weekly service cut in half.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 14 -- SD52 Property Sale underway for Kanata School property

School District 52 has been given permission to sell the land that once hosted Kanata school, with the property now listed for sale.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 14-- Bulkley River Flood Watch

The latest update on the situation in the Bulkley Valley as the Bulkley River continues to rise through the area.

From the CFTK TV news archive


May 14 -- Lucrative spot prawn season begins in B. C.

The fishing season is underway in British Columbia, with the spot prawn season now underway on the coast of the province.

Global BC provided this report on impact of the nature on the province's fishing industry.


Wednesday, May 13, 2015

May 13 -- Lelu Island LNG future

A review of some of the fallout from the recent consultations held by Lax Kw'alaams on a proposed LNG development at Lelu Island.

From the CFTK TV News archive


May 13 -- School District 52 trustees have concerns related to Provincial Government Bill 11

School District chair Tina Last outlines the concern that School District 52 has related to Bill 11, legislation put forward by the Provincial Government on education standards and curriculum.

Prince Rupert's School District will be writing a letter to the province to outline its concerns on the issue.

From the CFTK TV news archive


May 13 -- Bulkley River flood watch continues

An update on the nature of a Flood Watch currently in place in the Smithers area and other locations along the Bulkley River.

From the CFTK TV news archive


May 13 -- Burns Lake LNG protest

Lake Babine First Nation members have some concerns over a recently completed deal between the Band and the province.

From the CFTK TV news archives.


May 13 -- BC First Nation rejects $1billion LNG deal


Global BC and Business in Vancouver review the announcement from Lax Kw'alaams of the rejection of the 1 billion dollar proposal from Petronas.

From the Global BC News archives.


Tuesday, May 12, 2015

May 12 -- BC Ferries issues raised by Nathan Cullen in Ottawa

The MP for Skeena-Bulkley Valley raised the issues of cost and service levels from BC Ferries on the North Coast and Haida Gwaii.

From the CFTK TV News Archives..

May 12 -- Lake Babine LNG protest

Some residents of the Lake Babine area have concerns over a recent agreement on LNG reached between the Band and the Provincial Government.

From the CFTK TV New Archives


May 12-- Bulkley River flood watch is underway

With warm weathers and increased snow melt the level of the Bulkley River is rising, a look at the watch that is currently underway in the Smithers area.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 12 -- Can Petronas overcome the opposition to its LNG project?


Globe and Mail reporter Brent Jang, who has been following LNG developments on the North coast from their very early days provided this report on the recent vote held by the community of Lax Kw'alaams.

In his review,  Jang examines what it may mean for the Petronas led plans to develop an LNG terminal at Lelu Island.



Monday, May 11, 2015

May 11, 2015 Regular Council Session

The broadcast of the City of Prince Rupert City Council session for May 11.

From the City of Prince Rupert You Tube archive.


May 11 -- Homecoming Preview

With Prince Rupert set to welcome back past residents later this week, a look at how the plans for Homecoming 2015 are coming along.

From the CFTK TV news archives


May 11 -- Local Government meeting in Prince George

A look at some of the views from Smithers related to the recently held Local Government meetings in Prince George.

From the CFTK TV News archives


May 11 -- Background on Terrace Homeless situation

A look one story related to the homeless situation in Terrace.

From the CFTK TV News Archives.


May 11-- Spring Conversation with Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain

A video presentation produced by the City of Prince Rupert providing the Mayor's points related to the Spring Update released on Monday.

From the City of Prince Rupert You Tube page.


Saturday, May 9, 2015

May 9 --

Part of Global BC's weekend feature on small town British Columbia, the community of Smithers was featured on Saturday morning.

From the Global BC video website.


Friday, May 8, 2015

May 8 -- Prince Rupert Lax Kw'alaams LNG Vote update

The second night of voting on a proposal from Petronas for Lax Kw'alaams members took place at the North Coast Convention Centre on Thursday evening.

From the CFTK TV archives.


May 8 -- Case of the Mysterious sounds in Terrace solved

The City of Terrace believes it has solved the source of some unusual sounds in the community.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 8 -- Homeless Experience in Terrace

A look at the homeless situation in the Terrace area

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 8 -- Smithers Business Awards Nominee

A profile of one a successful Smithers businesses nominated for a national award.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 8 -- B. C. First Nations group rejects $1 billion offer from LNG venture

The Globe and Mail and BNN combine to provide a review of the developments from Lax Kw'alaams when it comes to the voting on the proposal from Petronas.


Thursday, May 7, 2015

May 7 -- Prince Rupert LNG meeting

Members of the Lax Kw'alaams First nation hold a second vote in Prince Rupert at the North Coast Convention Centre at Chances Gaming Centre.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 7 -- Planting season for Prince Rupert

Some Gardening tips for Rupertites as the Growing season starts up.

From the CFTK TV archives


May 7 -- Bell Radiothon

The annual fundraiser put on by Bell Media in the Northwest was put on in Terrace today.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 7 -- Smithers Farmers Market Opens

The first outdoor market for the season is set for this Weekend in Smithers.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 7 -- First Nation rejects $1Billion in LNG vote

Vancouver's media outlets are quick to report on the Lax Kw'alaams vote on a proposed benefit package from Petronas and Prince Rupert Gas Transmission, Global BC made use of its arrangement with Business in Vancouver to provide a first review of developments.


Wednesday, May 6, 2015

May 6 -- North Pacific Cannery

The North Pacific Cannery Historical Site is open for another season and CFTK TV went for a short tour.

From the CFTK TV Archives...


May 6 -- Unifor has harsh words for departing Kitimat municipal official

As former CAO Ron Poole leaves Kitimat's City Hall, Unifor has some harsh words for his time with the District.

From the CFTK TV archives...


May 6 -- Terrace Community Foundation has money to distribute

The Terrace Community Foundation is looking for non profit organizations to apply for grants from the Foundation.

From the CFTK TV Archives


May 6 -- Smithers Secondary Sleeping mats

A unique project for Smithers Secondary Students has a group of students making sleeping mats for the homeless.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Tuesday, May 5, 2015

May 5 -- Lelu Island LNG Protest

Opponents to the proposed LNG plant at Lelu Island continue to put forward their case.

From the CFTK TV archives


May 5 -- Skate Park Expansion for Smithers

Smithers makes plans to expand the community Skate park

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 5 -- Kitimat Strike impact on residents

With the Kitimat Municipal Workers strike now into its tenth week, the impact on local residents is starting to take its toll.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 5 -- Ron Poole Leaves Kitimat position

The District of Kitimat will be looking for a new CAO with the announcement today of the departure of CAO Ron Poole.

From the CFTK TV News archives


May 5 -- Interference Charges laid related to missing Alberta man

Terrace RCMP have charged two men with Interference related to an investigation into the disappearance of an Alberta man near Terrace last November.

From the CFTK TV News archives...



May 5 -- Spooky Sounds heard in Terrace

It's a bit of a mystery as Terrace residents try to track down the source of some unusual sounds in the community.

From the CFTK TV News Archives..



Monday, May 4, 2015

May 4 -- Prince Rupert's BC Dance Competition

It's Dance competition time in Prince Rupert, with the annual event once again taking to the stage of the Lester Centre of the Arts.

From the CFTK TV News Archive


May 4 -- NWCC Budget

Northwest Community College delivered its budget last week with a number of cuts and layoffs delivered as part of the process. The provisional budget will be voted on in June.

From the CFTK TV News archive



May 4 -- Kitimat Olive Branch

A petition in Kitimat seeks to bring both sides of the Municipal Labour dispute back together to bring an end to the lengthy labour disruption.

From the CFTK TV News Archives


May 4 -- Smithers Book store victim of robbery

A popular bookstore in the Smithers area was the target of vandalism and robbery over the weekend, with the community coming out to lend a hand in the clean up.

From the CFTK TV Archives.