Species-at-risk defenders walk away from NAFTA review process
An international coalition of environmental groups, represented by Ecojustice, has withdrawn in protest a complaint against Canada, a first in the history of NAFTA’s environmental watchdog. The complaint, made to the Commission on Environmental Cooperation (CEC) in 2006, alleged that the Canadian government failed to enforce laws to protect at least 197 at-risk species in […]
The best guilt-free dessert of almost-ever
I know I said my next post was going to be some reviews, but I haven’t quite had time to pull that one together, with all my fitness classes up and on the go now, and my experimentation in the kitchen being semi-out of control. The review post will come up soon, hopefully in the […]
New avalanche signage increases backcountry safety
Backcountry enthusiasts will now have access to better information for evaluating snow conditions and assessing avalanche risks, thanks to new avalanche awareness signage around the province. Avalanche awareness signs targeting mountain snowmobilers have been posted at 23 key highway locations and most of the 85 managed snowmobile areas in the province. These signs advise sledders […]
Avoiding holiday sabotage
I took it upon myself to start a detox last week. Just a short one, three days. I know what you’re all thinking: A detox around Christmas? You’re nuts! But truthfully, I eat fairly healthy most of the time, and I’m not one to indulge on holiday treats regardless. I had high hopes. This would be easy! But as […]
Castlegar ultrasound safe for at least a year ... but other barriers remain
The looming February deadline for the removal of Castlegar’s ultrasound machine to Trail is no more …and, in fact, never existed at all, according to Interior Health’s Thalia Vesterback. “That wasn’t our intention at all,” Vesterback said. “I think we created some of that confusion by saying we were suspending the decision to move the […]
Cost of future hospitals needs to be dealt with now: report
By Timothy Schafer, The Nelson Daily Acute health care needs for people in the region will have to be addressed within the next three to six years as the requirement for a new regional hospital facility becomes imperative, warns a report from the regional district’s chief administrative officer. Regional District of Central Kootenay CAO Jim […]
Ministry’s refusal to disclose sea lice data threatens freedom of information, say environmentalists
The Ministry of Agriculture and Lands’ continued refusal to disclose sea lice infestation data could set a dangerous precedent for future public information requests, environmental groups argue in a submission filed today to B.C.’s information commissioner. In March 2010, after six years of drawn-out proceedings, the commissioner ruled that the ministry could not conceal 2002-03 fish […]
Mayor meets with protest committee to discuss IH concerns
Castlegar Mayor Lawrence Chernoff met this morning with Dean MacKinnon, a representative of the Citizens for Access to Better Health Care Committee. MacKinnon said the meeting was productive and positive, and not limited only to the current ultrasound issue creating tension between the Interior Health Authority (IH) and local...
Motivation: What's yours?
Since hitting a bit of a plateau in my workout regime, I’ve been putting together a new exercise program for myself. Harder, faster, and more blood, sweat, and tears. Ok not really with the blood and the tears, but definitely more sweat. Truthfully, I’ve been a bit lax on myself since starting my new business […]
Rally prompts unanimous vote to preserve Castlegar's ultrasound service
A public rally to oppose an Interior Health (IH) decision to move Castlegar's ultrasound machine to Trail drew more than 100 people to the Complex Wednesday night, and netted attendees an unanimous vote from the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital District. The district voted unanimously for a resolution supporting continued...
