Forests have long provided jobs, homes, and a good quality of life for our families and communities across British Columbia. But times have changed. Large corporations are profiting while local mills close, and the balance between a thriving forestry industry and healthy ecosystems is being lost. On Families for Forests Day, let’s come together to […]

A message in my inbox requests that I discuss what a volunteer firefighter plate signifies when displayed on a personal vehicle. The reader suggests letting them by if they seem in a rush. A volunteer firefighter is not permitted to drive in excess of the posted speed limit so this courtesy could make the difference […]

I’ve been in Ottawa the last two weeks as Parliament resumes sitting after its summer break.  It was a relaxing summer for most of us, but I want to acknowledge that for some it was full of anxiety and stress due to wildfires.  The Slocan Valley in particular was on fire for many weeks, forcing […]

By Randy Shore The government’s capacity to manage wildlife has declined steadily for decades. Its ability to conduct meaningful science is scraping along at rock bottom. Just last week we learned that government field staff are being asked to turn in their cell phones and have lost funding for travel, which will likely force the […]

I was honored to present the King Charles III Coronation Medal to four very special constituents: Darlene Schultz, Ann Godderis, Gerry Rempel, and Jan Morton were all recognized for their exemplary service. One hundred and fifty-five recipients throughout the province received this award, representing a diverse group of individuals who have made significant contributions to […]

Community Futures South Kootenay and the Downtown Trail Improvement Committee (DTIC) are excited to announce a new initiative to guide the revitalization of downtown Trail. Led by Community Futures and guided and supported by dedicated DTIC volunteers, the project focusses on how we can prevent crime and create a more vibrant and welcoming business hub. […]

This fall, we are planning to recover two pontoons from the floating guidewall at the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam that sunk to the bottom of the reservoir during an extreme weather event in 2020.  This work is necessary to restore the full functionality of the floating guidewall, which allows marine traffic to safely approach and […]

British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) hereby gives notice that a submission has been added to the Common Project Search online registry pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act described herein and its description. Pursuant to paragraph 4.1 and 9.1 of said Act, British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority has deposited with the […]

BC Hydro would like to notify the public that the discharge rates from Arrow Lakes Reservoir will decrease noticeably from Friday, September 20 to Sunday, September 22. Please make safety your top priority when planning activities near the Columbia River. For up-to-date reservoir elevation and river flow information, please call BC Hydro’s toll-free number at […]

On Sept. 6, 19 riders and support crew departed Kelowna on their annual 1000 km ride throughout South East British Columbia, and on September 8th, Castlegar welcomed the riders who had a stop over in Castlegar before heading on to Nelson, BC. The team again included local Castlegar RCMP officer Const. Ron George.  This is […]