‘Staffing challenges’ extend Hudson’s Hope Health Centre to 11 days
Northern Health has extended a closure at the Hudson's Hope Health Centre another week due to "staffing challenges."
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Fort Nelson General Hospital ER closed for 12 hours
Staffing challenges closes the Fort Nelson General Hospital's ER for 12 hours on April 19th.
Hike for Fort Nelson Hospice returns in May
The Hike for Hospice is a five-kilometre trek throughout Fort Nelson on May 21st.
Fort St. John Hospital Foundation receives Bluey Day donation
Probe Corrosion Services has donated $2,000 to the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation in support of Bluey Day.
Northern Health reports increase in fentanyl-related drug deaths in latest update
Northern Health has reported nine new fentanyl-related drug deaths in the month of February.
Northern Health hosts three-day program for prospective healthcare workers
From April 14th to April 16th 2026, Northern Health hosted a number of events and information sessions for high school students considering careers in health care.
Northern Health launches equity and inclusion survey
Northern Health has released a new survey to understand the experiences of underrepresented groups within health care.
‘It’s an honour’: Grande Prairie STARS members awarded for Tumbler Ridge response
Two Grande Prairie STARS members were recognized for their work during the Tumbler Ridge school shooting and were awarded on April 14th.
City council proclaims May Bluey Day Month
A delegation from the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation talking about the impact Bluey Day has had in the community since 1999.
Hudson’s Hope ER one-day closure extends to week-long
The unavailability of emergency department services in Hudson's Hope has been extended for the third time this week and will reopen on April 20th.
Hudson’s Hope’s ER closure continues
The Hudson's Hope emergency department closure is still ongoing and it is scheduled to reopen on April 15th at 8:30 a.m.
‘It’s important every senior has a dignified living environment’: New seniors housing coming to Fort St. John
Harlequin at City Centre, a new seniors housing project will be opening in Fort St. John this year.
Northern Health clocks in more than 100 hours of closures in March
Northern Health recorded more than 100 hours in closures of ERs and emergency services at health centres in northeastern B.C. in March 2026.
Northeast B.C. records new confirmed measles case for first time in month
In the BCCDC's April 9th update, northeast B.C. recorded a new confirmed case of measles for the first time since March 5th.
Northern Lights College offers new pharmacy technician program
Northern Lights College has announced a new pharmacy technician program, with the first intake of students in August 2026.
(Opinion) ‘Shovels to expand care home must hit ground this year’
A woman who lives in assisted living in Fort St. John, Mary Lou Beattie, has urged people to contact Josie Osborne, B.C. health minister, about delays to the expansion of the Peace Villa care home.
‘Wrapped up like broken promises’: Fort St. John applicant raises concerns about new vaccine injury compensation program
Michelle Worton, a Fort St. John local, fears the new Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) will be no change from the controversial Vaccines Injury Support Program (VISP).
‘Causing concern’: Hudson’s Hope mayor calls for full-time ambulance amid repeated health centre closures
Mayor Travous Quibell and BCRHN's Paul Adams are among those to talk about the repeated closures at the Hudson's Hope Health Centre.
Dawson Creek pharmacy to close doors after almost 50 years
A long-standing Dawson Creek pharmacy, Dawson Creek Clinic Drug Store, will be closing in May after almost half a century.
Chetwynd ER closes for 25 hours due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency department will be closed from 7 a.m. on April 7th until 8 a.m. on April 8th.
Fort Nelson General Hospital ER closed for 12 hours
Staffing challenges closes the Fort Nelson General Hospital's ER for 12 hours on April 19th.
Hike for Fort Nelson Hospice returns in May
The Hike for Hospice is a five-kilometre trek throughout Fort Nelson on May 21st.
Fort St. John Hospital Foundation receives Bluey Day donation
Probe Corrosion Services has donated $2,000 to the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation in support of Bluey Day.
Northern Health reports increase in fentanyl-related drug deaths in latest update
Northern Health has reported nine new fentanyl-related drug deaths in the month of February.
Northern Health hosts three-day program for prospective healthcare workers
From April 14th to April 16th 2026, Northern Health hosted a number of events and information sessions for high school students considering careers in health care.
Northern Health launches equity and inclusion survey
Northern Health has released a new survey to understand the experiences of underrepresented groups within health care.
‘It’s an honour’: Grande Prairie STARS members awarded for Tumbler Ridge response
Two Grande Prairie STARS members were recognized for their work during the Tumbler Ridge school shooting and were awarded on April 14th.
City council proclaims May Bluey Day Month
A delegation from the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation talking about the impact Bluey Day has had in the community since 1999.
Hudson’s Hope ER one-day closure extends to week-long
The unavailability of emergency department services in Hudson's Hope has been extended for the third time this week and will reopen on April 20th.
Hudson’s Hope’s ER closure continues
The Hudson's Hope emergency department closure is still ongoing and it is scheduled to reopen on April 15th at 8:30 a.m.
‘It’s important every senior has a dignified living environment’: New seniors housing coming to Fort St. John
Harlequin at City Centre, a new seniors housing project will be opening in Fort St. John this year.
Northern Health clocks in more than 100 hours of closures in March
Northern Health recorded more than 100 hours in closures of ERs and emergency services at health centres in northeastern B.C. in March 2026.
Northeast B.C. records new confirmed measles case for first time in month
In the BCCDC's April 9th update, northeast B.C. recorded a new confirmed case of measles for the first time since March 5th.
Northern Lights College offers new pharmacy technician program
Northern Lights College has announced a new pharmacy technician program, with the first intake of students in August 2026.
(Opinion) ‘Shovels to expand care home must hit ground this year’
A woman who lives in assisted living in Fort St. John, Mary Lou Beattie, has urged people to contact Josie Osborne, B.C. health minister, about delays to the expansion of the Peace Villa care home.
‘Wrapped up like broken promises’: Fort St. John applicant raises concerns about new vaccine injury compensation program
Michelle Worton, a Fort St. John local, fears the new Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) will be no change from the controversial Vaccines Injury Support Program (VISP).
‘Causing concern’: Hudson’s Hope mayor calls for full-time ambulance amid repeated health centre closures
Mayor Travous Quibell and BCRHN's Paul Adams are among those to talk about the repeated closures at the Hudson's Hope Health Centre.
Dawson Creek pharmacy to close doors after almost 50 years
A long-standing Dawson Creek pharmacy, Dawson Creek Clinic Drug Store, will be closing in May after almost half a century.
Chetwynd ER closes for 25 hours due to ‘staffing challenges’
The Chetwynd General Hospital's emergency department will be closed from 7 a.m. on April 7th until 8 a.m. on April 8th.
