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Medical association urges federal government to prioritize U.S. medical recruitment to improve Canadian healthcare access

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) said the federal government needs to modernize immigration policies to support hospitals, health authorities, provinces and territories amid mass lay-offs in the U.S.

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Fall Fair Society will continue to run North Peace Regional Park

The Fall Fair Society will continue to run the North Peace Fall Fair park as a 'community park', it has been decided by the PRRD.

More fact-finding needed on future of resource road important for cultural, lake access

A group has been formed to explore the possibility of keeping Clearwater Callazon Resource Road, which provides important access to the south side of Williston Lake, open now it is set to be decommissioned. 

Smile Cookie campaign to return to Fort St. John

The Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign, fundraising for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation, is returning to Fort St. John on April 28th.

BC Hydro GO fund closes following $80,000 contribution to Peace region nonprofits

BC Hydro has closed its GO fund after a final allocation of $80,000 to nine Peace region nonprofits on April 11th.

Blueberry River Offices in early spring 2024
Judge rules BRFN counsel in ‘conflict of interest’ amid ousted Chief’s judicial review

The federal judge overseeing the judicial review of the ousting of Blueberry River First Nations' (BRFN) Chief Judy Desjarlais has said BRFN's counsel was in a "conflict of interest."

Construction set to close 89th Avenue until ‘late summer’

The City of Fort St. John announced 89th Avenue will be closed between 81a Street and 86th Street due to construction from April 14th to "late summer."

Vaping revealed as biggest cause of suspensions at Fort St. John school

Vaping is the biggest cause of suspensions at a North Peace Secondary School due to strict policies.

Girls’ Northern Strikers soccer squad wins at March’s Tier II provincials

The Tier II Alberta Soccer Association's Youth Provincial Championship took place March 14th to 16th in Edmonton, Alberta.

All-candidates forum
MP election forum set to host four of five candidates

Four candidates of five in the MP race have confirmed their attendance for the Lido Theatre's April 15th all-candidates forum in Fort St. John.

Fort St. John Métis Society releases Red Dress Day 2025 schedule

Métis Society and Fort St. John Friendship Society will host several events at Festival Plaza on May 5th for Red Dress Day 2025, starting at noon.

Input sought on future of former Golata Creek Community Hall

The Peace River Regional District is seeking input for the future of the former Golata Creek Community Hall property.

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Fort St. John booth to gather feedback for Official Community Plan

Fort St. John is collecting feedback from residents for its Official Community Plan, including with a booth this weekend.

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Province extends rural recruitment, retention incentives for healthcare workers

The B.C. Ministry of Health is extending its Provincial Rural Retention Incentive (PRRI) until June 30th.

City of Fort St. John launches new website

The City of Fort St. John's new website offers streamlined navigation and content, featuring simplified menus and concise information.

Photographer’s calendar raises $9,000 for pet-related charities

Tiffany Wilson's pet calendar 2025 has raised more than $9,000 for BC SPCA and On our Way Home Animal Rescue.

‘Practice is key’: Strongman competitor wins regional event three years in a row

Alex Lorincz is basking in glory after taking the title of 2025 Grande Prairie’s Strongest event on April 5th for a third consecutive year.

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Survey reveals North Peace Secondary School students feel ‘welcome’ but ‘unprepared’

Student survey data from North Peace Secondary School presented to the School District 60 board shows students feel "welcome" and "safe" but "unprepared" for future prospects.

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Toxic local drug supply warning following suspected overdose deaths

Police officers are warning North Peace drug users about an increase in suspected opioid overdoses since the start of April.

Hunt for 24-year-old reported missing by her family

The Fort St. John RCMP are reporting Emily Lillian Ogden missing on April 10th and are concerned for her safety.

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