Hudson’s Hope Health Centre temporarily closed again
The health centre in Hudson's Hope is closed and is set to reopen on March 16th at 8.30 a.m. It was previously closed for a week from February 24th to March 2nd and on March 6th and 10th.
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Video This Week in the Peace – BC Nurses’ Union & Northern Angel Summit
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, hear from the BC Nurses' Union and learn more about the Northern Angel Summit
Measles cases remain static across B.C. in latest report
The BC Centre for Disease Control has reported no increases in measles cases in its second weekly report of March 2026 on the 12th.
Fort St. John family praises life-saving treatment at B.C. Children’s Hospital for baby Bensyn
A Fort St. John family has returned home after an extended stay at B.C. Children's Hospital in Vancouver for baby Bensyn Buck, who received life-saving care. They have told their story as the hospital launches its Choices Lottery to fundraise for healthcare research.
Hudson’s Hope Health Centre temporarily closes again amid short staffing
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has been 'temporarily closed,' with services set to resume from 8.30 a.m. on March 11th.
PRRD offers $250,000 towards new Foundry in Fort St. John
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has tentatively agreed to offer Foundry Fort St. John $250,000 in funding.
Deadline extended for applications to design sculpture outside new Dawson Creek hospital
The deadline for expression of interests in designing a sculpture outside the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital has been extended from March 6th to March 27th. Artists who wish to apply must submit a resume and portfolio of past work.
Confirmed measles cases in northeast B.C. exceeds 320 in latest update
Two new confirmed measles cases have been reported by Northern Health in the week leading up to March 5th, both in the northeast region.
Warning issued of new measles exposure in Montney area
Northern Health warned of the exposure on Thursday, January 22nd at the Montney Mennonite Church at 12537 256 Road between the hours of 10 a.m and 2 p.m.
‘Staffing shortage’ closes Dawson Creek maternity ward overnight
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital's maternity ward has reopened after a "staffing shortage" closed the facility overnight for 19 hours from March 4th to 5th.
British Columbians can now access surgery in Alberta after cross-border partnership
The provincial governments of B.C. and neighbour Alberta reinstated an arrangement on cross-border surgeries in March 2026.
Northern Health reports at least 82 hours of northeast ER closures in February
Northern Health has reported at least 82 hours of ER closures across northeast B.C. in February 2026.
Fort St. John family fears autism support funding cut under eligibility changes
A parent in Fort St. John is concerned for her daughter's future after the province made changes to autism funding.
Fort St. John council pens open letter requesting return of seniors housing funding
Fort St. John council has voted to pen a letter demanding the return of funding for a senior housing project in the city.
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope Health Centre reopens after closure due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has reopened after "staffing challenges" closed the facility from February 24th.
Social media image of new Dawson Creek hospital vandalism is not real, health authority confirms
Northern Health has confirmed a picture claiming to be of graffiti sprayed onto the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital is misinformation, possibly created by AI.
Registration opens for Bluey Day 2026
Registration is open for The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation's Bluey Day 2026, which has been scheduled for May 23rd at Centennial Park.
‘Staffing challenges’ close Chetwynd General Hospital ER overnight
The Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency department has closed overnight due to "staffing challenges."
Nurse-to-patient ratios and overcrowding patient rooms in FSJ Hospital
Jordan Kealy, Peace River North MLA, is raising concerns about the nurse-to-patient ratio and overcrowding of patient rooms in the Fort St. John Hospital.
Tentative agreement reached for community health workers in Peace Region and across B.C.
Community health workers in the Peace region are among 26,000 across B.C. covered by a new deal reached between the province and CBA.
Video This Week in the Peace – BC Nurses’ Union & Northern Angel Summit
On this episode of This Week in the Peace, hear from the BC Nurses' Union and learn more about the Northern Angel Summit
Measles cases remain static across B.C. in latest report
The BC Centre for Disease Control has reported no increases in measles cases in its second weekly report of March 2026 on the 12th.
Fort St. John family praises life-saving treatment at B.C. Children’s Hospital for baby Bensyn
A Fort St. John family has returned home after an extended stay at B.C. Children's Hospital in Vancouver for baby Bensyn Buck, who received life-saving care. They have told their story as the hospital launches its Choices Lottery to fundraise for healthcare research.
Hudson’s Hope Health Centre temporarily closes again amid short staffing
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has been 'temporarily closed,' with services set to resume from 8.30 a.m. on March 11th.
PRRD offers $250,000 towards new Foundry in Fort St. John
The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has tentatively agreed to offer Foundry Fort St. John $250,000 in funding.
Deadline extended for applications to design sculpture outside new Dawson Creek hospital
The deadline for expression of interests in designing a sculpture outside the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital has been extended from March 6th to March 27th. Artists who wish to apply must submit a resume and portfolio of past work.
Confirmed measles cases in northeast B.C. exceeds 320 in latest update
Two new confirmed measles cases have been reported by Northern Health in the week leading up to March 5th, both in the northeast region.
Warning issued of new measles exposure in Montney area
Northern Health warned of the exposure on Thursday, January 22nd at the Montney Mennonite Church at 12537 256 Road between the hours of 10 a.m and 2 p.m.
‘Staffing shortage’ closes Dawson Creek maternity ward overnight
The Dawson Creek and District Hospital's maternity ward has reopened after a "staffing shortage" closed the facility overnight for 19 hours from March 4th to 5th.
British Columbians can now access surgery in Alberta after cross-border partnership
The provincial governments of B.C. and neighbour Alberta reinstated an arrangement on cross-border surgeries in March 2026.
Northern Health reports at least 82 hours of northeast ER closures in February
Northern Health has reported at least 82 hours of ER closures across northeast B.C. in February 2026.
Fort St. John family fears autism support funding cut under eligibility changes
A parent in Fort St. John is concerned for her daughter's future after the province made changes to autism funding.
Fort St. John council pens open letter requesting return of seniors housing funding
Fort St. John council has voted to pen a letter demanding the return of funding for a senior housing project in the city.
(UPDATE) Hudson’s Hope Health Centre reopens after closure due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Hudson's Hope Health Centre has reopened after "staffing challenges" closed the facility from February 24th.
Social media image of new Dawson Creek hospital vandalism is not real, health authority confirms
Northern Health has confirmed a picture claiming to be of graffiti sprayed onto the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital is misinformation, possibly created by AI.
Registration opens for Bluey Day 2026
Registration is open for The Fort St. John Hospital Foundation's Bluey Day 2026, which has been scheduled for May 23rd at Centennial Park.
‘Staffing challenges’ close Chetwynd General Hospital ER overnight
The Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency department has closed overnight due to "staffing challenges."
Nurse-to-patient ratios and overcrowding patient rooms in FSJ Hospital
Jordan Kealy, Peace River North MLA, is raising concerns about the nurse-to-patient ratio and overcrowding of patient rooms in the Fort St. John Hospital.
Tentative agreement reached for community health workers in Peace Region and across B.C.
Community health workers in the Peace region are among 26,000 across B.C. covered by a new deal reached between the province and CBA.
