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Caitlin Coombes

Caitlin Coombes

A newcomer to the Peace region, Caitlin flew from Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, to be the Civic Reporter at Energeticcity.

Wanting to make a career of writing, Caitlin graduated from Carleton University’s School of Journalism and moved to P.E.I. to begin writing for a local newspaper in Charlottetown.

Caitlin has been an avid outdoorswoman for most of her life, skiing, horseback riding and scuba diving around the world.

In her downtime, Caitlin enjoys reading, playing video games, gardening, and cuddling up with her cat by the window to birdwatch.

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Caitlin's Latest Articles

Wildfire service seeks applications for 2025 filmmaker

The BC Wildfire Service has announced the start of the application process for a documentary filmmaker for the 2025 wildfire season. 

Hudson’s Hope prepares for WinterFest 2025

WinterFest 2025 is coming to Hudson’s Hope, and the District is gearing up for six days of free winter festivities and fun. 

Taylor talks agricultural land use planning with ministry

A provincial land use planner spoke with the District of Taylor about the importance of planning, preparation and protecting agricultural sectors as housing and land costs continue to rise.

An aerial shot of a small town located in a valley.
Taylor plans maintenance to recreation infrastructure

The District of Taylor is moving forward with grant requests to support necessary infrastructure projects and upgrades to recreational facilities within the district. 

District looks to renew license for island

The District of Taylor has voted to renew a development licence for an island near Peace Island Park. 

Taylor begins process of replacing official District logo

The District of Taylor has begun the multi-year-long process of replacing the district’s official logo. 

Donation creates new bursary for Northern Lights College students

A new bursary has been created for students at Northern Lights College after a donation from Vermilion Energy. 

BC Family Doctors pushing for support for rural doctors

BC Family Doctors has launched a new campaign to bring awareness and support to rural doctors and communities.

The Peace River Regional District building in Dawson Creek. (PRRD)
Nominations for PRRD Electoral Area B by-election begin

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has received the first nomination candidate package for the ongoing Electoral Area B by-election.

A glass building with a wooden statue of a bird next to the door.
Committee appointments in 2025 approved by PRRD

In the first meeting of the new year, the regional board at the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) finalized and approved board appointments for various directors.

The Boundary Lake Water Station is managed by the PRRD, whose office is shown in this image.
PRRD approves and renews recreational grants in new year

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) approved funding for multiple recreational projects throughout the Peace region during the board’s first meeting of the year. 

A glass building with a wooden statue of a bird next to the door.
PRRD pushes for updates from Northern Health

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has voted to continue advocating for accountability from Northern Health from Peace region residents. 

The B.C. legislative building.
Opposition calls for support for workers in Chetwynd

The Official Opposition of the Government of British Columbia are advocating for the Ministry of Labour to approve a request related to a workers camp in Chetwynd.

Housing Needs Report updated for the City of Fort St. John

An update to the City of Fort St. John’s Interim Housing Needs Report is being considered by Council in relation to the future of housing in the city. 

Parking and road safety under review in Fort St. John

The City of Fort St. John is working to learn more about and address any parking challenges residents experience when traveling and parking.

City Council considers changes to snow and ice clearing policies

The City of Fort St. John Council is considering changes to the City’s Snow and Ice Control Policy following a presentation update during the January 6th Committee of the Whole.

New Gentle Pet Clinic set to open in new year

A new veterinarian clinic has announced its upcoming opening in Fort St. John at the same location as a formerly restricted, controversial clinic with a very similar name. 

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PRRD grant for rural non-profits opens for new year

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has announced the opening and closing dates of a grant designed to support rural non-profits in 2025.

Fort Nelson First Nation sign. Reads A nation
NRRM closes Municipal services early for mourning

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality has announced an early closure of its Municipal facilities starting December 24th due to the passing of a loved community member and firefighter.

Steelhead LNG announces legal action against three companies

A Vancouver-based liquefied natural gas developer has announced new legal action regarding the Cedar LNG Project.

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