Selkirk College’s New Practical Nursing Program Begins in January
Addressing frontline health care needs and providing opportunities for learners to enter a rewarding career will coalesce at Selkirk College’s Trail Campus when the new Practical Nursing Diploma Program welcomes its first cohort in January 2023. Spurred by staff shortages across the health care sector, the Provincial Government...
The Climate Crisis is a Water Crisis: Monitoring for Adaptation in the Columbia Basin
It took until 2022, but water finally made it onto the official agenda of a UN Climate Change Conference. ‘Water Day’ was designated for November 14 at the recent COP27 climate change conference in Egypt where 190 countries had assembled to discuss climate action. Water Day discussions covered water scarcity, drought, early...
KIJHL gets upper hand on Pacific Junior Hockey
When Ryan Larsen was added to the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League Top Prospects team late due to an injury/illness to another player, that gave the Kamloops Storm three players in the B.C. Hockey Conference Prospects Game, which started with Owen Aura and Jake Phillips-Watts. Larsen ended up with a goal and two assists, including helping set up the winning goal in […]
RDCK Board Highlights, Nov. 2022
New Board of Directors officially sworn in The RDCK Board of Directors officially took office at the inaugural Board meeting on November 17 marking the beginning of the 2022-2026 electoral term. Electoral Area Directors Electoral Area A – Garry Jackman Electoral Area B – Roger Tierney Electoral Area C – Kelly Vandenberghe...
Selkirk College Honours Role Models for Commitment to Learners
A successful post-secondary journey requires an inspiring beginning. Two women who have assisted learners through early steps at Selkirk College are being recognized with Board of Governors awards for their efforts to help build remarkable futures. Ktunaxa Nation Elder Anne Jimmie and retired Nursing Program instructor Joanne...
Navigational Lock at the Hugh Keenleyside Dam will be closed Dec. 7 - 8
The navigational lock at the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam will be closed starting at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6 until 8 a.m. on Friday, December 9. This closure is necessary for gate inspections and maintenance. Regular hours of operation for the navigational lock are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to 4...
Biomass energy facility slated for Fruitvale
REN Energy International Corp (REN Energy) has received approval from the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary for the development of its Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) facility in Fruitvale. “We are grateful for the incredible support of Ali Grieve at the Regional District, Steve Morissette, Mayor of Fruitvale and MLA, Katrine Conroy,” said Phil Viggiani, CEO of REN […]
Emergency Exercise Planned for West Kootenay Regional Airport
The City of Castlegar is conducting an emergency exercise at the West Kootenay Regional Airport on Wednesday, November 23, 2022. The West Kootenay Regional Airport is regulated by Transport Canada and is required to conduct a full-scale emergency exercise every four years. The exercise allows airport staff and first responders...
Major increase in the living wage across BC
The living wage has gone up across the province, and West Kootenay and Boundary communities are no exception. They have all seen a significant increase over the 2021 rate, this year’s Living Wage Update report shows. The increase is driven by two essentials that every family needs: food and shelter. · In Trail, the ...
Santa Claus and Winter Activities Coming to Castlegar
Get ready, Santa Claus is coming to town. Castlegar’s Winterfest celebrations will see new activities for children and families this year. They include a selection of activities: Saturday, December 3 Breakfast with Santa at 9 a.m. at the Castlegar & District Community Complex. This is hosted by the Castlegar & District...
