Tag: Kitimat

Smithers council votes against endorsing an LNG health impact assessment

Town of Smithers Logan Flint -
A request for the Town of Smithers to endorse a Health Impact Assessment of the LNG industry in B.C. was returned to council during Tuesday's meeting.

U.S. air quality expert calls LNG Canada “a huge polluter”

Environment Emily Joveski -
Several climate and health advocacy groups are renewing concerns about LNG Canada’s Kitimat export facility following the release of new imaging showing emissions from the site.

Several runners relay to raise awareness for Tears to Hope society

Community Logan Flint -
Several people ran from Smithers, Prince Rupert, Nass Valley, and Kitimat to Terrace for the Tears to Hope Society's annual relay.

16 northwest B.C. residents named Sport BC Community Sport Hero Award recipients

Sports Logan Flint -
According to the non-profit, the award celebrates individuals who demonstrate an exceptional dedication, leadership, and commitment to strengthening their communities through sport.

Northwest B.C. sees dip in unregulated drug deaths to end 2025

Health Logan Flint -
Northwest B.C. saw 32 deaths due to unregulated drugs in 2025, four of those happening in November and December.

Police seeking information about missing Houston man

Missing Person Logan Flint -
The BC North District Major Crime Unit and Houston RCMP are looking for information about a man who has been missing for over a year.

LNG Canada, Red Chris Mine make list of major new projects Ottawa wants to fast-track

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Two northwest British Columbia projects are on the initial list of major projects the federal government is considering for fast-tracking. 

Houston RCMP seeking public help in finding missing man

Missing Person Darin Bain -
The Houston RCMP are turning to the public for help in finding Michael Randolf Kowalchuk. According to police, he hasn't been seen in several months.

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