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Canfor ‘doesn’t see path forward’ for Taylor mill

There is some uncertainty clouding the future of the Taylor pulp mill as Canfor said it doesn't see a path forward for the facility and has started exploring alternative uses for the site.

Oil well cleanup program listed as ‘key objective’ in Alberta’s pre-election budget
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Tumbler Ridge YMCA expands childcare services

YMCA BC has announced it will be expanding childcare services in Tumbler Ridge for school-aged children.

Fort St. John Hospital front entrance in daylight.
24th Annual Bluey Day registration opens Wednesday

The first in-person Bluey Day since 2019 is opening its registration tomorrow to raise funds for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation.

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‘Peace in the North Peace’ opens this Friday

Around 40 local artists will have their work showcased at an upcoming exhibit, highlighting Peace in the North Peace.

Co-op Community Champion: Brent Morgan

Brent Morgan isn't just a firefighter, he is a Fort St. John resident doing whatever he can in the position he is in to give back to the community.

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Rising Above to host event on understanding addiction

Grand Prairie-based Rising Above Ministries will be hosting an event at the Pomeroy Sport Centre in March on understanding addiction

Oilpatch funds balloon for pro-Smith political group after she supports royalty break
Shuswap, Squamish, hit by weekend snow as dusting, or more, still due on south coast
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Energeticcity.ca Weekly Review: Engaging with the Youth

In this edition of the Weekly Review, we attended the Youth Changing Tomorrow event, plus the top stories of the week of February 19-25, 2023

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Polls open for Area C by-election
B.C. First Nation aims to reclaim narrative from shadows of residential school
Men walking away from the camera in high visible jackets and vests in the snow.
Workers, employers asked to take precautions in cold weather

Despite temperatures rising in the northeast, Worksafe BC is reminding employers and workers to take precautions when working in cold temperatures.

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Local professionals speak with students about future jobs

Students heard from local professionals on opportunities available in the north at this year’s youth conference. 

Lack of funds force April closure of Quest University in Squamish, B.C.
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Fort St. John SPCA finds new home

The Fort St. John branch of the BC SPCA has signed a three-year lease for a new building.

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Kids across Canada can name future RCMP dogs

The RCMP is asking kids in Canada to name thirteen puppies born in the RCMP Police Dog Service Training Centre (PDSTC) in Innisfail, Alberta.

Event organizers are on-site at Charlie Lake and have been working around the clock preparing for the Crystal Cup, which kicks off on Friday.
VIDEO: Crystal Cup crews at work on Charlie Lake

Event organizers are on-site at Charlie Lake and have been working around the clock preparing for the Crystal Cup, which kicks off on Friday.

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BC natural gas begins 3k mile journey

Canadian gas giant Tourmaline Oil Corporation has begun shipping liquid natural gas to international markets.

In late January, Canfor announced the permanent closure of its sawmill and pellet plant located in Chetwynd, causing widespread shock and concern throughout the community. 
Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce confident in community’s resilience

The Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce recently met with the Canfor transition team to lay out what the next steps are after the announcement of the mill closure.

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