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Toxic Shipbreaking Raises Alarm in Baynes Sound
British Columbia · British Columbia

Toxic Shipbreaking Raises Alarm in Baynes Sound

Baynes Sound, a biologically rich marine region off the east coast of Vancouver Island, is at the centre of an escalating environmental controversy. Deep Water Recovery (DWR), a shipbreaking and retrofitting facility operating in Union Bay, has been accused of repeatedly discharging high levels of toxic metals into the ocean without permits or proper waste containment. Residents and Indigenous leaders are demanding immediate intervention from go…Read Article
Bella Bella’s Beloved Cedar Trail to Get Much-Needed Upgrades
Bella Bella · Bella Bella

Bella Bella’s Beloved Cedar Trail to Get Much-Needed Upgrades

Radha Agarwal, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Prince Rupert Northern View With new funding in hand, the Heiltsuk Indian Band is preparing to revitalize its scenic community trail, a recent favourite for residents and tourists exploring Bella Bella. The $10,000 grant comes from the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC), which named the band one of its 2025 recipients. “I’m just so grateful for the funding to be coming through and helpin…Read Article
Selangor International tournament cements Pickleball’s rise in Southeast Asia
Pickleball · Prince Rupert

Selangor International tournament cements Pickleball’s rise in Southeast Asia

From 10–12 May, the courts of 91 Pickleball Club House became the epicentre of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing racquet sport, as the Selangor International Pickleball Tournament 2025 welcomed elite players from over 10 countries, including the USA, China, Vietnam, India, and the Philippines. Organised by the Subang Jaya Pickleball Club and MyPickleball, and proudly sponsored by JW Pacific Express, the event marked a significant step in cementin…See the Story

West Coast Groups to PM Carney: Next Fisheries Minister Must Be from BC

As Prime Minister Mark Carney prepares to unveil his first cabinet on May 12, three British Columbia organizations are calling on him to appoint a Fisheries Minister from BC. In an open letter sent this week, the Watershed Watch Salmon Society, Raincoast Conservation Foundation, and SkeenaWild Conservation Trust argue that the complex and urgent challenges facing the Pacific fisheries demand regional leadership with firsthand knowledge of the is…British Columbia · British ColumbiaRead Article

Rupert Director to Represent the North on BC Recreation and Parks Association Board

Radha Agarwal, Local Journalism Initiative, The Williams Lake Tribune Nicole Beauregard, Prince Rupert’s Recreation Director, has secured a seat on the BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) board, where she is committed to advocating for the North. Following a competitive election process involving 126 communities, Beauregard will serve a term with the non-profit from 2025 to 2027. Since 1958, BCRPA has played a key role in enhancing the q…Prince Rupert · Prince RupertRead Article

Lax Kw’alaams elected, hereditary leaders sign accord ahead of historic referendum

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Indicating a united front before the Lax Kw’alaams votes on its landmark constitution, the hereditary leaders of the Allied Ts’msyen Tribes and the Lax Kw’alaams elected council have officially signed a Governance Accord.Referendum · British ColumbiaSee the Story

Haida Carver Reveals Inspiration Behind Alaska’s Largest 360-Degree Totem

Radha Agarwal, Local Journalism Initiative, Yukon News With every chisel strike, Haida carver TJ Young brought history to life with the 360-degree totem pole standing at the Sealaska Heritage Square — a towering testament to culture, storytelling, and resilience in the heart of downtown Juneau. Named the Sealaska Cultural Values Totem Pole, this fully carved piece honours the rich traditions of southeast Alaska’s three tribes — Lingít, Haida, an…Juneau · JuneauRead Article

BC Energy Regulator Documented Thousands of Potential Infractions Without Taking Action, Raising Oversight Concerns

An in-depth investigation by The Narwhal and the Investigative Journalism Foundation has uncovered systemic failures in the oversight practices of the BC Energy Regulator (BCER), raising significant concerns about the agency’s ability to protect public safety and the environment. After analyzing more than 40,000 internal inspection records, journalists found over 1,100 instances where sites were documented by government inspectors as non-complia…Victoria, British Columbia · VictoriaRead Article

Upgrades Underway at Diana Lake Provinicial Park

Radha Agarwal, Local Journalism Initiative, Terrace Standard Diana Lake Park, a popular recreational spot located 16 km east of Prince Rupert and near Port Edward, has temporarily closed to the public for facility enhancements. “The goal of the upgrades that are currently underway is to improve the quality and inclusivity of the recreational experience at Diana Lake when the park reopens at the end of April 2025,” said BC’s Environment and Parks…Prince Rupert · Prince RupertRead Article

Regional Community Foundation in Prince Rupert Opens Annual Grant for Local Projects

Radha Agarwal, Local Journalism Initiative, The Northern View Once again, the Prince Rupert Regional Community Foundation (PRRCF) is opening its grant application period starting March 1, allowing local organizations to apply for funding and support. “The PRRCF Board of Directors annually appoints a grant-making committee to consider community priorities and action around emerging and existing community needs and how best to meet them through th…Prince Rupert · Prince RupertRead Article

Former Rotarian Receives a New Rolling Throne From the Club

Radha Agarwal, Local Journalism Initiative, The Northern View In a heartwarming show of community spirit, the Rotary Club of Prince Rupert gifted its retired president, now living at Acropolis Manor, a customized specialty wheelchair seating system, brightening his days by improving his comfort. Doug Moore, 75, is a celebrated figure in the community recognized for his passion as an art collector and his enthusiasm for concerts and performances.…Prince Rupert · Prince RupertRead Article

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