Thursday, June 30, 2016

June 30 -- Nathan Cullen applauds Highway of Tears Transportation initiatives

Nathan Cullen, the MP for Skeena-Bulkley Valley is expressing his support for the latest developments in providing transportation on the Highway of 16 corridor, but notes that there is much work yet to be done on the Highway of Tears.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 30 -- Rainbow Crosswalk for Terrace now in place

Terrace city workers got an early start on the day to put a new Rainbow Crosswalk in the community.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Wednesday, June 29, 2016

June 30 -- Northern Gateway Court decision

A court decision from the Supreme Court of Canada overturning the federal government's approval  of the controversial Northern Enbridge pipeline is being hailed by environmentalists as the final nail in the coffin for the proposed project.

Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen also expressed his support of the Supreme Court decision.

From the CFTK TV archives.

June 29 -- Nathan Cullen on Pacific Northwest LNG Deadline

With the CEAA process back underway for the proposed Pacific NorthWest LNG project at Lelu Island, MP Nathan Cullen continues to express his concerns related to the development.

From the CFTK TV archives


June 29 -- Hazardous roads in Prince Rupert

A look at a new book from Prince Rupert Brian Denton who examines driving issues across the province. CFTK looks at some of the troublesome areas in Prince Rupert as part of the report.

From the CFTK TV Archives

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

June 28 -- Renaming Westview Parkland for Odd Eidsvik

Prince Rupert City Council has voted to approve the renaming of parkland behind the old Westview School in honour of Odd Eidsvik.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 28 -- Judge sentences Damian Taylor to minimum twelve year sentence in 2012 murder case

Damian Taylor, the convicted killer of a former Terrace resident has been sentenced to a minimum of twelve years of a life sentence in prison for the 2012 murder in Kamloops.

From the CFTK TV Archives


June 28 -- City of Terrace to take housing issues to Minister Rich Coleman

Terrace City Council is preparing to take its concerns over housing in the community the provincial government, with plans to address the topic at September's UBCM meetings.

From the CFTK TV archive

Monday, June 27, 2016

June 27 -- Port Edward's 50th Birthday celebrations

The District of Port Edward turned the Big 50 over the weekend and CFTK took in part of the party.

From the CFTK TV archives


June 27 -- Leclerc on the Lecky appointment reaction

The appointment of a new Inspector to the Terrace Detachment of the RCMP has provided relief to the community which had expressed fears that their police service was going to be downgraded by the Federal policing agency.

From the CFTK TV Arvhives


June 27 -- Terrace's Annual Salmon Run for Kitsumkalum School

Participation levels were up for the annual Salmon Run at Kitsumkalum.

From the CFTK TV Arvhives


June 27 -- Kitimat Flag Day

The District of Kitimat hosted its annual Multicultural Flag Day in the community.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


Friday, June 24, 2016

June 24 -- New Commander for Terrace Detachment of the RCMP

The City of Terrace's RCMP detachment has a new Commander in Charge with the appointment of Inspector Syd Leckie to the position.

From the CFTK Archives.


Thursday, June 23, 2016

June 23 -- Prince Rupert Motor Vehcile accident closes McBride Street

A three vehicle crash late Wednesday afternoon sent several people to hospital and left a section of McBride Street at Eight Avenue closed for a period of time.

From the CFTK TV Archives

 

June 23 -- Terrace Seniors Survey

Northern Health and the City of Terrace are joining forces to conduct a community health survey for residents over the age of fifty.

From the CFTK TV archives.

 

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

June 21 -- Haida Gwaii Hospital progress

A look at the progress of the Haida Gwaii hospital project.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Monday, June 20, 2016

June 20 -- Bulkley Valley Refugee Group

A look how Bulkley Valley residents are seeking to bring a young Syrian male to the region and the support they hope to provide.

From the CFTK Archives.


June 20 -- Terrace Block Party

A look at a weekend event celebrating Terrace's mulicultural make up.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Friday, June 17, 2016

June 17 -- Terrace hosts National Aboriginal Day events

Terrace gets a head start on next week's National Aboriginal Day, observing events in that community today.

From the CFTK TV archives


June 17 -- Terrace updates community on recent China visit

The Mayor of Terrace provided an update for the community on a recent visit by Terrace officials to China.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 17 -- Terrace Mayor offers thoughts on shuttle bus proposal

Terrace Mayor Carol Leclerc is calling an announcement to provide a Highway 16 shuttle bus in the region "good News", offering up some more thoughts on the proposal announced by Transportation Minister Todd Stone this week. 

From the CFTK TV archives


June 17 -- BC Cancer agency mobile mammography mobile unit arrives in Northwest

A travelling mammography vehicle has made its way to the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Thursday, June 16, 2016

June 16 -- Smithers reaches agreement on sign dispute

A long running dispute between a Smithers business and the Town of Smithers has been settled.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 16 -- Smithers Mayor hails Shuttle Bus announcement

Taylor Bacharach the Mayor of Smithers welcomed an announcement by the Provincial government of the introduction of a shuttle bus for Highway 16.

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, June 15, 2016

June 15 -- Syrian Family arrives in Terrace

A family of five refugees has arrived in Terrace to restart their lives in Canada.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 15 -- Heart and Stroke Big Bike Ride in Terrace

The rain did not deter a group of fundraisers in Terrace as they rode the Heart and Stroke Fund's Big Bike through the streets of Terrace.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, June 14, 2016

June 14 -- Fundraising basketball game for Smithers student

Smithers residents are looking to raise money for Smithers Student MacKinley Unruh who is battling lymphoma  and faces medical procedures in Vancouver.

 From the CFTK TV archives.


Monday, June 13, 2016

June 13 -- Seafest Wrap Up

A look at Seafest Weekend.

From the CFTK TV archives


June 13 -- Terrace to receive Syrian Family

Plans are in motion to welcome a Syrian refugee family to the community.

From the CFTK TV archives.




Friday, June 10, 2016

June 10 -- Cullen calls on Federal Liberals to act on North Coast fishery issues

NDP MP Nathan Cullen is calling for the Federal Government to act on a number of issues raised by North Coast fishery representatives this week.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 10-- Terrace resident victim of lottery scam

Terrace RCMP are reminding residents to be aware of an ongoing lottery scam that has already claimed one victim in the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 10 -- Terrace Taxi assault

Terrace RCMP have made an arrest in what they describe as a two day crime spree in the community.
From the CFTK TV Archives.


June 10 -- Terrace Soccer Tournament preview

A look at this weekends Terrace soccer tournament.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Thursday, June 9, 2016

June 9 -- Prince Rupert infrastructure reception

Mayor Lee Brain says that the city has received a positive response to its recent video presentation on the work required for the first phase of the City's water supply project.

From the CFTK TV archives


June 9 -- Prince Rupert prepares for Seafest

Seafest organizers are on the hunt for a few more helping hands for this years celebration.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 8 -- Draft Cullen movement takes off

An online petition is calling for Nathan Cullen to reconsider his decision not to pursue the NDP leadership.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Wednesday, June 8, 2016

June 8 -- North Coast fishery reps attend Parliamentary Committee meeting

Three representatives from the North Coast were in Ottawa to make the case for attention to fishing issues in the region from federal officials.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 8 -- Terrace set for soccer tournament

Nine out of towns teams and four from Terrace will be taking to the pitch this weekend in a major Northern BC soccer tournament.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 8 -- Nathan Cullen speaks to Assisted Dying bill process

Nathan Cullen outlined some of his concerns related to the Liberal government's handling of the Assisted Dying bill in the House of Commons.

From the CFTK TV archives


June 8 -- BC Minister Rustad outlines makeover plans for Treaty process

John Rustand, BC's Aboriginal Relations Minister outlines some changes are coming to the process in delivering the treaty process in British Columbia.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Tuesday, June 7, 2016

June 7 -- City of Prince Rupert video outlines water supply project

A look at a video presentation from the City of Prince Rupert related to its water supply infrastructure.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


June 7 -- Shell announcement raises doubts on Kitimat plans

Royal Dutch Shell outlined its growth plans for the year ahead, with some observers noting a lack of discussion on the proposed Kitimat LNG terminal project.

From the CFTK TV Archives


Monday, June 6, 2016

June 6 -- Kitimat Cancer Relay for Life

A look back at the Kitimat Cancer Relay for Life held over the weekend.

From the CFTK TV archives.



June 6 -- KIspiox Valley Rodeo wraps up 69th year

A look at this years Kispiox rodeo.,

From the CFTK TV Archives.

Friday, June 3, 2016

June 3 -- Cullen says No to NDP leadership

Nathan Cullen has announced that he will not be entering the race to seek the leadership of the NDP party.

From the CFTK TV Archives.


June 3 -- Nathan Cullen to consult Northwest residents on electoral reform

The NDP MP for Skeena-Bulkley has plans for a telephone town hall, with Nathan Cullen looking to seek the feedback of residents on aspects of electoral reform.


June 3 -- Premier Clark at Nation to Nation forum in Kitamaat

Premier Clark provided a key note address to the Nation to Nation summit in Kitamaat.

From the CFTK TV archives.





Thursday, June 2, 2016

June 2-- CJFW/Easy Rock Have A heart radio-thon in Terrace

A look at events in Terrace during the annual radio-thon in support of the REM Lee foundation in that community.

From the CFTK TV archive


June 2 -- Nathan Cullen on electoral reform

Nathan Cullen, the MP for Skeena-Bulkley Valley outlines the process in motion on Parliament Hill towards electoral reform.

From the CFTK TV archives.


June 2-- Nation to Nation summit in Kitamaat

The Haisla First Nation hosted a Nation to Nation summit in Kitamaat this week

From the CFTK TV Archives


Wednesday, June 1, 2016

June 1 -- Highway of Tears Walk

A look at the journey of Brenda Wilson as she takes part in the Cleansing the Highway walk between Prince Rupert and Prince George.

From the CFTK TV archives.




June 1 -- Drinking PSA's from Terrace High School students

High School students in Terrace provided some creative ways to start a conversation on responsible drinking.