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New program to train healthcare administrators for Northern B.C. launched
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (454+ words) Published 3:20 pm Thursday, September 10, 2026 A new free training program is helping people facing employment barriers prepare for healthcare administration careers in northern B.C. According to a press release by the B.C. government, the Helping Hands project combines occupational skills training, industry-recognized certifications…...
Former Prince George mayor named Northern Health board chair
1+ week, 4+ day ago (413+ words) Published 1:29 pm Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Lyn Hall has been appointed chair of Northern Health’s board of directors, succeeding Colleen Nyce after nine years in the role. According to a press release by Northern Health, Hall’s appointment was made by B.C....
Golf Fore the Cure raises $9K for Vanderhoof oncology unit
1+ week, 6+ day ago (245+ words) Published 5:00 am Monday, August 31, 2026 There was plenty of heart behind this year’s Golf Fore the Cure fundraiser, on July 29 at the Omineca Golf and Country Club. A total of 86 ladies came out for the annual event, helping raise $8,970 in just…...
A walk for J: Bringing Cowichan community together to remember loved ones lost to toxic drug crisis
2+ week, 1+ day ago (575+ words) Published 5:30 am Saturday, August 29, 2026 Nine years after losing his younger sister Jeni to the toxic drug crisis, Chadd Cawson is still finding ways to keep her memory alive. On Aug. 31, Cawson will once again gather with members of the community…...
Former Smithers athlete achieves Pro bodybuilding status
2+ week, 6+ day ago (339+ words) Published 12:00 pm Monday, August 24, 2026 Janelle Holm (VanDriel) has become the first International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) Bikini Pro athlete from Northwest B.C., capping a 24-year journey that began at a gym in Smithers. Holm first picked up weightlifting at 17, training at…...
Vancouver Island vet clinics warn about bat encounters due to rabies
3+ week, 2+ day ago (263+ words) Published 10:34 am Friday, August 21, 2026 Local veterinary hospitals are warning the public that a bat found in Campbell River’s Willow Point area on July 24 tested positive for rabies. This is according to a social media post made Wednesday by Coastline Veterinary…...
Fort St. James Community Foundation Society works to sustain local development
3+ week, 6+ day ago (166+ words) Published 5:30 am Monday, August 17, 2026 The Fort St. James Community Foundation Society, a dedicated non-profit organization, is working to foster long-term growth and social well-being of the community and its adjacent rural and First Nations communities. By managing a permanent endowment…...