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Canada Day celebrations set for the Bulkley Valley and Lakes District

Canada's 159th Birthday is being celebrated on Wednesday across the Bulkley Valley and Lakes District.

First Nations leaders setbacks in reconciliation should spur reflection this Canada Day

Canada Day this year comes amid a surge in national pride among Canadians, however, First Nations leaders across the province say Canada Day should also be an opportunity to reflect on the country’s colonial history.

Majority of British Columbians optimistic about Canada’s future: poll

A new poll finds Canadian pride is surging as the country prepares to mark its 158th birthday on Tuesday.

Northern Lights Celebrating 25 Years

A local animal shelter will be celebrating a major milestone this week. What started from humble beginnings in 1989, Northern...

BV Museum gearing up for Canada Day

The Bulkley Valley Museum is getting in on the Canada Day Celebrations. A few events include the guided Culture Crawl...

Noise Bylaw Waived for Canada Day

For one night only, Smithereens will be able to stay up past their bedtimes. Smithers Council decided they will wave...
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Smithers seeks $150K grant for emergency support equipment

The Town of Smithers is applying for funding to help purchase various pieces of new equipment for Bulkley Emergency Support Services (ESS).

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