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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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Candidate list announced for 2024 BC Provincial General Election

The deadline for candidate nominations in the 2024 Provincial General Election has passed, and the official list of candidates has been announced.

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Mayor of Taylor criticizes delayed rail repairs on Alaska Highway

During the September 27th episode of This Week in the Peace, the mayor of the District of Taylor, Brent Taillefer, sat down with Steve Berard to speak about the state of railway infrastructure in Taylor. 

BC NDP unveils candidates for Peace River North and South

The BC NDP party has announced its full list of candidates for the 2024 Provincial General Election.

Hudson’s Hope residents demand accountability during water plant vote

Residents of the District of Hudson’s Hope continue to speak out as the voting period for the construction of a new water treatment plant opens. 

Candidate Interview: Peace River North Green Party Brennan Wauters

Peace River North MLA candidate Brennan Wauters, the Green candidate in the 2024 provincial general election, spoke with Enegeticcity.ca to answer questions submitted by residents of the Peace River region.

Hudson’s Hope residents protest drinking water during BC Hydro executives’ visit

In the early hours of the morning on September 25th, residents of Hudson’s Hope gathered to voice their concerns for the future of clean drinking water.

Green Party announces candidate in Peace River North

The Green Party of Canada has announced a candidate for the Peace River North riding during the 2024 Provincial General Election.

Dan Davies launches re-election campaign as independent for Peace River North

On the second day of the 2024 Provincial General Election, Peace River North MLA Dan Davies announced the start of his re-election campaign. 

Hudson’s Hope residents fight for clean drinking water

Residents continue to speak out about the future of clean drinking water in the District of Hudson’s Hope. 

Ongoing water funding dispute impacts Hudson’s Hope residents

Complications and frustrations continue between the District of Hudson’s Hope and BC Hydro as the two discuss money for a permanent water solution in the community. 

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Candidate Interviews: Peace River North Independent Dan Davies

Peace River North incumbent MLA Dan Davies, an Independent candidate in the 2024 provincial general election, sat down with Enegeticcity.ca to answer questions submitted by residents of the Peace River region. 

The Boundary Lake Water Station is managed by the PRRD, whose office is shown in this image.
Future climate projections suggest warmer, wetter Northeast B.C.

During the September 12th Committee of the Whole meeting, the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) reviewed an update on the Regional Climate Resiliency Plan, which is approaching the final stages of research. 

Diversion tunnels at the Site C hydroelectric dam.
BC Hydro committed to safe drinking water in Hudson’s Hope

Discourse continues as the District of Hudson’s Hope approaches the date of a vote to construct a new permanent water treatment plant.

Hudson’s Hope faces “disappointing” water future due to Site C project

As the day of voting approaches, the District of Hudson’s Hope continues to speak out about the ‘disappointing’ future of clean drinking water in the community. 

Candidate Interviews: Peace River South BC Conservative Larry Neufeld

Peace River South MLA candidate Larry Neufeld, the Conservative candidate in the 2024 provincial general election, sat down with Enegeticcity.ca to answer questions submitted by residents of the Peace River region. 

The Peace River Regional District building in Dawson Creek. (PRRD)
UPDATE: Northern Health delegation discusses staffing, hospital diversions with PRRD
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Criminal code offenses show mixed trends in Northern Rockies

Crime rates may be remaining steady in the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality; however, frustrations surrounding the lack of RCMP staffing remain. 

Aerial view of Fort Nelson. (Fort Nelson Chamber of Commerce)
Water restriction bylaw enacted in Northern Rockies for sustainable water management

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality has adopted a water use restriction bylaw intended to improve water conservation. 

Residents protest Hudson’s Hope water treatment plant loan at open house

Residents are expressing their frustrations about a notice of assent vote on a loan authorization for a water treatment plant in the District of Hudson’s Hope.

The Peace River Regional District building in Dawson Creek. (PRRD)
Northern Health delegation to discuss diversions with PRRD

Northern Health executives are set to appear as a delegation during the upcoming September Committee of the Whole meeting of the Peace River Regional District (PRRD) board. 

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