Monday, September 30, 2019

September 30 -- Prince Rupert Orange Shirt March

Prince Rupert students observed Orange Shirt Day coming from schools across the city with a march at Prince Rupert Middle School

From the CFTK TV archives


September 30 -- Climate Strikes

It was a strong turnout in Terrace for a Climate Strike gathering at Terrace City Hall, part of a regional group of gatherings across the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archives.


Friday, September 27, 2019

September 27 -- Rupert Harley Toy Run

The roar of the Harley's will echo across Prince Rupert and Port Edward as the Harley Riders launch the 38th edition of their annual Toy Run.

From the CFTK archives


September 27 -- Terrace Search and Rescue Building

Work is underway towards construction of the new Terrace Search and Rescue Building

From the CFTK TV archives


September 27 -- Bulkley Nass Highways

There is a new contractor in place to handle highways maintenance in the Bulkley and Nass Valleys with Dawson Road Maintenance to take up their duties on October 1st.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 27 -- RCMP Northern murders update

The RCMP have provided for their much anticipated review of the string of murders in Northern British Columbia from the summer.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, September 26, 2019

September 26 -- Bitumen exports

With the announcement of the first shipment of bitumen by container out of Prince Rupert, Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen is calling for community input towards any plans to advance the new shipping concept.

From the CFTK TV Archives


September 26 -- Roundabout progress

The pace of construction for the Terrace-Thornhill Roundabout project has reached just past the 50 percent mark, with hopes of a completion later this fall.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 26 -- Logging Truck Convoy

Northwest residents in forest dependent communities watched with interest on Thursday as truckers from across the province descended on Vancouver to stage a protest at the UBCM convention.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 26 -- Grizzly shot on Skeena

Conservation officers in the Northwest are investigating after the carcass of a shot grizzly bear was discovered along the Skeena River shoreline near Terrace.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, September 24, 2019

September 24 00 Bell Hydro mischief

RCMP in the Northwest are investigating shooting incidents related to hydro infrastructure along the Stewart-Cassiar corridor.

From the CFTK TV archives


Monday, September 23, 2019

September 23 -- Climate Change impact on the fishery

A look at how the fishing industry is raising the alarm over climate change and the impact on the fishery.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 23 -- Fining Donation

Coast Mountain College has benefited from some financial assistance from Finning Canada, which has provided for funding for scholarships and other opportunities for the Terrace campus.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 23 -- Terrace Community Forest

The City of Terrace has received some benefits from the Community Forest initiative.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 23 -- Strimbold Sentencing Delay

The sentencing of former Burns Lake Mayor Luke Strimbold has been delayed.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 23 -- Grizzlies fighting

A Grizzly Bear show down on the Stewart-Meziadin Highway became an internet sensation from the Northwest this weekend.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, September 20, 2019

September 20 -- Thailand Corner

The Coast Mountain College in Terrace was the host venue for a sample of Thai culture this week.

From the CFTK TV archives

September 20 -- Global Climate Strike

Students from across the Northwest took part in the Global Climate Strike today.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 20 -- Coast Mountain College Fitness Centre

The Terrace campus of Coast Mountain College has opened their new fitness cetnre.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 20 -- HMCS Calgary's farewell video to Prince Rupert

The crew members o HMCS Calgary have provided a short video presentation of their departure from Prince Rupert harbour.





Thursday, September 19, 2019

September 19 -- Ellis Ross LNG Tour

Skeena MLA Ellis Ross conducted a tour LNG sites today highlighting the work of First Nations in giving the Douglas Channel the foothold on the industry that it has now.

From the CFTK TV Archives


September 19 -- Kitimat Home Business help

Kitimat Council is looking to help out Home Businesses with temporary zoning bylaws.

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, September 18, 2019

September 18 -- Prince Rupert Mayor in Alaska for Ferry talks

Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain is in Alaska this week, with part of his time to be put towards further discussions towards keeping the Alaska Ferry service to Prince Rupert intact.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 18 -- Rec Centre Amonia Leak in Hazelton

The New Upper Skeena Recreation Centre suffered an ammonia leak incident on Monday.

From the CFTK TV Archives


Tuesday, September 17, 2019

September 17 -- Forest Worker Supports

The British Columbia government has unveiled a number of supports to assist workers in the beleaguered forestry industry.

From the CFTK TV archives


Monday, September 16, 2019

September 16 -- Justice for Jessica March in Smithers

Family and friends as well as other residents of Smithers took to the streets to remember Jessica Patrick, her body was discovered by family members one year ago on the outskirts of the city.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 16 -- Hazelton Rec Centre Opens

The much anticipated Grand Opening of the Upper Skeena Recreation Centre took place this weekend in Hazelton.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, September 13, 2019

September 13 -- Lt Governor's visit to Prince Rupert

The Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia is on a tour of the North Coast and Haida Gwaii.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 13 -- BC Hydro's planned outage for the Nass Valley and points north of Terrace

Two days after the massive power blackout in the Northwest, the Nass and other ares North of Terrace will be without it again this weekend, as BC Hydro conducts a planned outage for maintenance work.

From the CFTK TV Archives


September 13 -- Metis Education Funding

The Skeena River Metis Association is looking to access funding for cultural education in the Terrace area.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, September 12, 2019

September 12 -- Conrad Elementary Playground Opening

Conrad Elementary School hosted the Grand Opening for their new playground which was finished just prior to the summer vacation season.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 12 -- Patrick Anniversary

With the one year anniversary of the discovery of the body of Jessica Patrick near Smithers, family and friends will hold a memorial march  on Sunday to keep her memory alive.


From the CFTK TV archives


September 12 -- Massive Northern BC power outage

Terrace was just one of a number of communities in Northern BC to suffer a power interruption on Wednesday evening, with only the North Coast holding its power owing to the use of a back up generator.

From the CFTK TV archives

 

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

September 11 -- Prince Rupert Child care

Prince Rupert City Council heard of the range of Child Care options available through the province of British Columbia,  in the city the Berry Patch is the office in town for learning more about the options.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 11 -- Prince Rupert Suicide Prevention

Residents of the city gathered at City Hall on Tuesday as part of a Suicide Prevention event in Prince Rupert.

From the CFTK TV Archives


September 11 -- Hazelton Rec Centre

The Upper Skeena Recreation Centre is about to get its Grand Opening this weekend in Hazelton

From the CFTK TV archives


September 11 -- Pot shop denied for Terrace

Terrace City Council has denied an application  for the operation of a proposed Cannabis store, citing location and concerns from neighbouring businesses.


From the CFTK TV Archives


Tuesday, September 10, 2019

September 10 -- Rupert Lawn and Garden plans

Prince Rupert City Council has approved the building permit for the new structure for Rupert Lawn and Garden in the Seal Cove area, which will include a new coffee shop.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 10 -- Moresby Park Tank removal

City Council has moved forward with plans to remove one of three WW2 era fuel tanks located in the Moresby Park area

From the CFTK TV archives


September 10 -- Jack Family mystery

It's been thirty years since a Burns Lake family disappeared and the Prince George RCMP are exploring some new leads in the disappearance near Vanderhoof.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 10 -- Salmon crisis

Labour leaders and First Nations in British Columbia are raising their concerns and seeking help from the Federal government over the current crisis in the salmon fishery.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, September 6, 2019

September 6 -- Marine Debris

The Provincial Government is reviewing options and solutions to address abandoned boats along the BC coastlines.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 6 -- Mayor on Alaska Ferry issues

Prince Rupert Mayor Lee Brain will be travelling to Alaska shortly to discuss the announcement of the end of the AMHS service to the city.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 6 --Missing Belgian tourist possible subject of Nass Search

A Belgian tourist has been identified as the possible subject of a search in the Nass Valley.


From the CFTK TV Archives


September 6 -- College Housing for Terrace campus of Coast Mountain College

The NDP government has announced plans for new housing for students of the Terrace campus of Coast Mountain College.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, September 5, 2019

September 5 -- Jobs and Automation

A recent report for the ILWU has outlined the potential for significant job losses at BC Shipping terminals as automation increases.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 5 -- Federal Port Millions

The Federal government announced funding for a number of Port related projects in Prince Rupert today.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 5 -- RCMP issue Update on Missing file for Lawrence Maitland

The Prince Rupert RCMP have updated their file on a missing Lax Kw'alaams man

From the CFTK TV archives


September 5 -- Alaska Ferry Ending

The State of Alaska is ending its Marine transportation link with Prince Rupert at the end of September.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 5 -- Kitimat LNG Update

Kitimat LNG has outlined its latest developments towards its proposed LNG terminal at Kitimat.


From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, September 4, 2019

September 4 -- Kitimat on Dog shooting in Prince Rupert

Kitimat's SPCA has weighed in on a recent dog shooting in Prince Rupert and outlined how they handle similar incidents in their community.


From the CFTK TV archives


September 4 -- Terrace Homeless forum

Terrace City Council hosted a homeless forum in the community on Tuesday.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 4 -- Stray bullet in Terrace

Terrace RCMP investigated a recent incident of a stray bullet in the community.

From the CFTK TV Archives


September 4 -- Nass Rescue

Search and Rescue responders have found a missing mushroom picker in the Nass Valley.

From the CFTK TV archives


September 4 -- School Safety

It's back to School time in the Northwest and safety is a message from the RCMP.

From the CFTK TV archives


Tuesday, September 3, 2019

September 3 -- Rupert Dog Shot

The Prince Rupert RCMP were called to assist the city's Bylaw Department on Friday, resulting in a member of the detachment shooting what has been described as a dangerous and aggressive dog.



September 3 -- Terrace Homeless meeting

Terrace City Council is set to host a forum on the homeless situation in the community.


From the CFTK TV archives