In a local candidate race that included four experienced nominees, Linda Sankey of Penticton, BC  has been chosen by party members that cast their votes this past weekend. “I am honoured that our longtime members have placed their trust in me to carry the amazing work on our MP Richard Cannings forward,” shared Sankey. “Our […]

Once again, tariffs are top of mind for many people across BC. Our government is committed to responding and defending B.C.’s jobs and services. We’re working with a broad coalition of industry experts to strengthen and diversify our economy. This includes our new task force on agriculture and food economy, which is working to create and […]

To ensure B.C.’s food supply and food economy continues to grow in the face of U.S. tariff uncertainty, and to help farmers find new markets, a new Premier’s task force on agriculture and food economy has been formed. “All British Columbians want reliable access to healthy and affordable food,” said Premier David Eby. “We must protect […]

With a federal election just around the corner, the local NDP riding association has announced it has four candidates vying for the seat to replace incumbent, Richard Cannings who announced his retirement last year. “It is encouraging to see such high caliber candidates put their names forward” said Cannings, “We will need an experienced and […]

Black History Month is an opportunity to learn about and celebrate and lift up the diverse contributions of Black people to our province. I would like to highlight this collage that was compiled by Beth Cruise for BC Black History Awareness. It is part of an exhibit that reveals how about 800 Black immigrants helped […]

The City of Castlegar is looking for input as it develops a Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) to guide the management of wastewater and stormwater infrastructure for the next 20 years. The LWMP addresses critical challenges such as aging infrastructure, environmental protection, and sustainable growth. The plan is a formal document approved by the BC […]

While many Canadians continue to struggle to pay for groceries and find a place to live, the federal parliament has been paralyzed for months with filibusters and scandals.  Then, just as the new year began, work in Ottawa came to an official grinding halt as Justin Trudeau prorogued parliament until late March. Many constituents have […]

In response to the imposition of tariffs by the United States on Canadian goods, Fiona Famulak, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “Despite knowing tariffs were coming, today’s news is incredibly disappointing and deeply concerning. These unnecessary and unreasonable tariffs will have significant consequences on BC businesses and […]

Premier David Eby is announcing immediate counter-measures to stand up for B.C.’s workers and businesses after the United States announced incoming 25% tariffs on Canadian goods and 10% tariffs on energy. “President Trump’s 25% tariffs are a complete betrayal of the historic bond between our countries and a declaration of economic war against a trusted […]

Following two days of deliberations, City of Castlegar Council has released the proposed 2025 – 2029 Financial Plan and is now seeking feedback from residents. The proposed 2025 budget includes a 7.27 per cent tax increase for residential properties and a 7.54 per cent increase for business and light industrial properties. This equates to $98.88 […]