Friday, December 31, 2021

December 31 -- Airport Technicians from Vancouver to service Northwest airports

NAV Canada has announced the technicians will be flying in from Vancouver to serve the three regional airports, filling in for two employees on a ninety day leave owing to COVID vaccination  related issues.

From the CFTK TV archives

 

Thursday, December 30, 2021

December 30 -- Gemma's Closing after 42 years of business

Gemma's An iconic shopping destination in Terrace is closing its doors after 42 years of business.

From the CFTK TV archives



December 30 -- Smithers lifts evacuation alerts for near Bulkley River

 The dangers of ice jams on the Bulkley River having passed for the moment has seen an evacuation alert for parts of Smithers lifted.

From the CFTK TV archives


Wednesday, December 29, 2021

December 29 -- Ice Jam related flooding in the Bulkley Valley

 Residents of the Bulkley Valley near Smithers are being asked to report flooding should they have some in their area of the District.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 29 --Smithers water levels

An update on the flooding potential for the Smithers area

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

December 28 -- Charges dropped for two journalists from covering CGL protest

The two journalists who were arrested during a protest near the Coastal Gas Link camp in the Wet'suwet'en area have seen their charges dropped.

From the CFTK TV archives 

December 28 -- Terrace/Kitimat airport left without engineers over vaccination status

 Reports of non compliance with Nav Canada's vaccination mandate have resulted in staffing issues for the Terrace airport

From the CFTK TV archives


December 28 -- Smithers Ice update

The latest notes on the ice jam concerns on the Bulkley River near Smithers

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December 28 -- Weather Warnings issued for the Northwest

2021 is going to go out with a wintry blast as Environment Canada warns of an approaching storm for the New Year's weekend 

 From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, December 23, 2021

December 23 -- Rio Tinto assistance for the Terrace Homeless

Rio Tinto donation for homeless assistance in Terrace 

 From the CFTK TV archives


December 23 -- Booster Shot availability for COVID

Where residents of the Northwest can book their COVID booster shots.

From the CFTK TV archives



December 23 -- Northwest COVID numbers

A look at the latest COVID results in the Northwest

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

December 22 -- New Landfill cell means Prince Rupert Demolition plans can move forward

The opening of the new land fill cell in Prince Rupert sets the course forward from some demolition working in the city's downtown core.

From the CFTK TV archives 



December 21 -- COVID Update

The latest notes on COVID in the Northern Health region.

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December 22 -- Volunteer Terrace Christmas activities

Volunteer Terrace has been busy this month collecting good for Seniors for Christmas.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 22 -- School Lunch Program in Terrace

 A look at the ongoing School lunch program in Terrace and those who have partnered with it.

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

December 21 -- Arnold Nagy helps North Coast residents on Indian Day School Compensation

Working out of the Prince Rupert Unemployment Action Centre, Arnie Nagy has helped over 500 residents of there region fill out their applications or compensation from the Indian Day School compensation program.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 21 -- New BC COVID restrictions

The Province has put some new COVID restrictions in place as OMICRON numbers increase

From the CFTK TV archives



December 21 -- Skeena Diversity Clothing market

Skeena Diversity is hosting a free clothing market in Terrace this week.

From the CFTK TV archives


Monday, December 20, 2021

December 20 -- Provincial funding for Clean Energy for Haida Gwaii First Nations

First Nations Members on Haida Gwaii will receive some provincial funding for Clean Energy initiatives in their communities.

From the CFTK TV archives  


December 20 -- Coastal GasLink protesters re-occupy coyote Camp

Protesters move out of a camp named Coyote have returned and issued an eviction notice to Coastal GasLink.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 20 -- Kitimat School District to review school policy and expand on Indigenous training

After an incident in the fall involving a student who was allegedly mocked for his traditional attire, the Kitimat School District will be reviewing is school policies and increase training on Indigenous themes. 


From the CFTK TV archives


December 20 -- CIHL Update

A look at weekend action in the CIHL

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Friday, December 17, 2021

December 17 -- North Coast Regional District to request review of BC Ferries

 With a series of delays and cancellations in recent months, North Coast Regional District will be asking for a review of service by BC Ferries.

From the CFTK TV archives



December 17 -- Frost Bite Warnings

 The ongoing blast of winter has officials reminding residents of the Northwest of the dangers of frostbite.

From the CFTK TV archives


Thursday, December 16, 2021

December 16 -- Smithers crematorium update

A proposed site for a crematorium in the Bulkley Valley town will now be moved to a new location, one yet to be designated.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 16 --- CityWest has Thank you deals for customers

 After three weeks of internet service at levels below the CityWest standards, the Northwest communication company is offering a range of service deals for customers this month.

From the CFTK TV archives



Wednesday, December 15, 2021

December 15 -- Retired CFL champion on North Coast to speak on violence against women

 JR La Rose, a retired CFL player and a former Grey Cup Champion was in Prince Rupert this week to speak out against violence women.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 15 -- Rogers Communication plans for full service to Highway of Tears

Rogers Communications has outlined its plans towards providing for full cell service to Highway 16, noting of the company push to deliver improves service along the Highway of Tears.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 15 -- New Indigenous Awareness Training planned for City of Terrace

 City officials in Terrace have outlined their plans for improved Indigenous awareness training for council and staff members.

From the CFTK TV archives 


Tuesday, December 14, 2021

December 14 -- Taylor Bachrach pushing to lower voting age to 16

 Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Taylor Bachrach has introduced a private members bill at Parliament to seek the lowering of the voting age to 16.

From the CFTK TV archives 


December 14 -- South Side Terrace Tim Hort's being rebuilt

City of Terrace Officials have outlined that Tim Horton's in Terrace will go ahead with plans to rebuild the popular south side location which was damaged by fire this past year.

From the CFTK TV archives


Monday, December 13, 2021

December 13 -- Local 505 and Salvation Army team up for Food Donation in Prince Rupert

 Members of Local 505 of the ILWU have added their assistance to the ongoing Food Distribution campaign of the Salvation Amy in Prince Rupert.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 13 -- North West Airport reflect on the past year

Two of the airports of the Northwest outlined some thoughts on air travel  in 2021.

From the CFTK TV archives


Friday, December 10, 2021

December 10 -- The Olympics could be hosted in BC again

 A number of partners are putting together a plan to host the Wintvxcer x/Olympics once again in British Columbia. 

From the CFTK TV archives 

December 10 -- Churches reopen for public mass at 50% capacity

 Northern Health has relaxed and revised their COVID measures on Worship services.


From the CFTK TV archives 


Thursday, December 9, 2021

December 9 -- North Coast Transition Society Holiday needs

Prince Rupert's North Coast Transition Society notes of the list of ideas towards their Christmas Stocking program.

From the CFTK TV archives

 

December 9 -- Delays on the highway between Terrace and Prince Rupert tonight

Ministry of Transportation and Highways officials are advising of delays on Highway 16 tonight owing to the transport of heavy equipment to the Peace Country.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 9 -- Staffing shortage at Terrace Hospital

Staffing issues related to the diagnostic and imaging department has left Mills Memorial Hospital short staffed.

From the CFTK TB Archives


Wednesday, December 8, 2021

December 8 -- Smithers Crematorium Town Hall

Residents of Smithers logged on to weigh in on a proposed Crematorium in the community at a Town Hall hosted by Town Council.

From the CFTK TV Archive



December 8 -- BC Liberals Northern All Candidates Forum

Members of the BC Liberal party had chance to hear from the candidates in the BC Liberal leadership race on issues related to Northern BC.


From the CFTK TV archives


December 8 -- High alert for Kitimat RCMP on reports of a school threat

Kitimat RCMP were investigating reports of the potential for a suspected school shooter in the community.

From the CFTK Archives


Tuesday, December 7, 2021

December 7 -- Third times the charm for the Terrace Air Show

Organizers of the 2022 Terrace Air Show are enthusiastic for some of their attractions for the event next year.

From the CFTK TV archives. 



December 7 -- Terrace RCMP investigating incident of look alike taxi and elementary school boy

Terrace Mounties are investigating a disturbing case of a driver of a look alike taxi attempting to have an elementary school boy enter the vehicle.

From the CFTK TV archives



December 7 -- Gold in them that hills, gold mine approved near Stewart

The mining industry will soon be operating another gold min in the Stewart region

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Monday, December 6, 2021

December 6 -- Erratic Driver in Prince Rupert

Prince Rupert RCMP had a busy weekend attending to an erratic driver report at the Rupert Square Mall.

From the CFTK TV archives 



December 6 -- Nisga'a Lisims Government gift payment

The Nisga'a Lisims Government have outlined the program to distribute a promise payment to members of the Nation.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 6 -- Thornhill Christmas Parade

 A look at the holiday event from Thornhill.

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December 6 -- Terrace RCMP Road Checks

Members of the Terrace detachment were taking part in weekend road checks.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 6 -- Cram the Cruiser

Terrace RCMP crammed a detachment. cruiser with goods for Christmas.

From the CFTK TV archives

December 6 -- CIHL update

 A look at the weekend of play in the CIHL.

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Saturday, December 4, 2021

December 3 -- Nathan Cullen Eviction Update

 The latest developments in the eviction of Stikine MLA Nathan Cullen from his office in New Hazelton requested by some members of the Gitxsan Nation.

From the CFTK TV archive


Friday, December 3, 2021

December 3 -- Smithers Childcare problems

Childcare options in Smithers are becoming limited and residents have taken to a petition to raise awareness of the need for action in the community.

From the CFTK TV archives

December 3 -- Hudson Bay Mountain Opening

 A look at the plans for Smithers Hudson Bay Mountain Ski Area

From the CFTK TV archive


December 3 -- Shames Mountain Opening

 A look at the opening plans for the Shames Mountain Ski area west of Terrace


From the CFTK TV Archive


Thursday, December 2, 2021

December 2 -- Nathan Cullen on anti-Semitic vandalism of Highway Billboard

Vandals have defaced a highway billboard from Stikine MLA Nathan Cullen, leaving anti-Semitic messaging on the highway item.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 2 -- President of Nisga'a Lisims Government to undergo surgery

Eva, Clayton The President of the Nisga'a Lisims Government will undergo surgery to remove a cancerous tumour.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 2 -- Northern Health COVID update

The latest notes on COVID from the BC CDC reflecting new cases over the last week in communities across the Northwest.

From the CFTK TV archive 

Wednesday, December 1, 2021

December 1 -- Matilda makes its Opening December 2nd

 The 2021 Theatre prevention from Charles Hays Secondary School is set for opening night, with Alison O'Toole's cast, crew and musicians set to present Matilda.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 1 -- Terrace Chamber of Commerce reacts to new health restrictions

 With the Terrace area one of a number across the Northwest to now face additional health restrictions, the Chamber of Commerce is speaking for the community's business sector.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 1 -- Kitimat Bus Service reductions

A shortage of transit workers is making for challenges for the Kitimat Transit System.

From the CFTK TV archives


December 1 --Terrace Budget Consultation

The City of Terrace has outlined the feedback that they received from a recent budget consultation with residents.

From the CFTK TV archives