Fort St. John approves water and sewer rate increases for 2025
The Council of the City of Fort St. John has approved increases to water and sewer rates starting January 1st, 2025.Â
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Fort St. John wins award for workplace safety
The City of Fort St. John has received a provincial award for workplace safety and organization.
Fort St. John council approves letter of support for child care
The City of Fort St. John Council has voted to write a letter of support to School District 60 in its endeavours to expand child care services in the city.Â
Federal medals awarded to Fort St. John firefighters for service
The city of Fort St. John awarded four dedicated firefighters for their years of exemplary service with a federal medal.
Fort St. John declares November Cadet and Legion Month
The City of Fort St. John council has declared November to be Cadet and Legion Month in support of the Fort St. John Royal Canadian Legion.Â
Fort St. John recognizes firefighters for decades of service
Five Fort St. John firefighters were recognized for their years of service to the community during a meeting of council.
NDP provincial leadership confirmed pending judicial recount
Elections BC has finished the final count of the 2024 Provincial General Election, with David Eby being asked to form government for the New Democratic Party (NDP).
CRTC approves Google’s exemption from Online News Act
The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has begun to issue decisions regarding Google’s contributions to Canadian news organizations.
BCCLA challenges Oath of Allegiance in Alberta appeal case
The BC Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA) will be appearing at an appeal hearing for a court case in Alberta at the end of October.
PRRD seeks public input to improve Spencer Tuck Regional ParkÂ
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched a design study to improve Spencer Tuck Regional Park, and is seeking public input.Â
Final vote count nears completion in B.C. provincial election
Elections BC is nearing completion of the final count of votes cast in the 2024 Provincial General Election.Â
Northern Rockies Fire Rescue honored with Public Service award for community safetyÂ
The Fort Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce has given Northern Rockies Fire Rescue a Public Service Award for their contributions to community safety throughout the year.Â
RCMP narrow search for missing hiker, seeking public assistance
Northern Rockies RCMP have provided an update on the hiker who went missing near the Sikanni Chief area, and are asking for further information from the public. Â
Grande Prairie experiences moderate earthquake
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake was reported by Earthquakes Canada on October 24th shortly after 3 p.m. south of Grande Prairie.
NRRM deputy mayor to chair council meetings during mayor’s absence
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality council has appointed a deputy mayor for a one-year term to support Mayor Rob Fraser in his duties.Â
Northeast Foster Families highlight vital role of fostering
October is Foster Families Month in Fort St. John, and members of the Northeast Foster Families support network are raising awareness for their importance and impact on kids.
Missing hunter and dog search paused for further investigation
Ground searches for a hunter missing with his dog in the Ground Birch Road area have been halted temporarily.Â
Rhythm Auctions hosts fundraiser for community support
Rhythm Auctions is hosting a harvest supper and auction at the Cecil Lake Hall on November 2nd.
City council committee hosts open discussion with homeless individuals
The City of Fort St. John council’s Response Committee to Housing and Emergency Shelter hosted a free lunch event, with food provided by Pita Pit, to speak with homeless people in the city.Â
All final election counts to be completed by October 28th
Elections BC has announced that the final count process for the 2024 Provincial General Election will begin on October 26th, with results coming after October 28th.
