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Gigantic prefabricated LNG processing units, called trains, are to liquefy natural gas. Phase one of the project will see two of these trains go into operation. Production would double in phase 2 as two more trains go online. (Michael Bramadat-Wilcock photo)

LNG Canada, BC Hydro explore electrification options

Turbines in phase 1 will be gas-powered, but electric on the table for phase 2

Gigantic prefabricated LNG processing units, called trains, are to liquefy natural gas. Phase one of the project will see two of these trains go into operation. Production would double in phase 2 as two more trains go online. (Michael Bramadat-Wilcock photo)

LNG Canada, BC Hydro explore electrification options

Time frame to complete transmission infrastructure raises emission reduction concerns

Werner Karsten shows one of the two turtlepod prototypes he brought with him for display at the Walk With Me event in Courtenay, on Nov. 26. The insulated, mobile pods are intended to provide safe shelter for those experiencing homelessness. Photo by Terry Farrell

B.C. man designs ‘turtlepods’ – mobile personal shelter prototypes to assist the unhoused

‘I think of it as supporting urban nomadism.’

Before and after: The biggest visual change in Seabridge Gold’s reclamation of Johnny Mountain mine site was the demolition of the old mill building. (Contributed photos)

Seabridge Gold wins environmental award for Johnny Mountain reclamation

Jake McDonald Annual Mine Reclamation Award recognizes outstanding achievement in mine reclamation

Before and after: The biggest visual change in Seabridge Gold’s reclamation of Johnny Mountain mine site was the demolition of the old mill building. (Contributed photos)
Will George is enjoying stepping into his new role with the Town of Smithers as Economic Development Officer. (Deb Meissner photo)

Smithers hires new economic development officer

Economic development is council’s number one priority, CAO says

Will George is enjoying stepping into his new role with the Town of Smithers as Economic Development Officer. (Deb Meissner photo)
Pretivm has purchased seven electric haul trucks for its Brucejack Mine in northwest B.C. from Swedish mining supply company Sandvik Mining. (Sandvik Mining photo)

Brucejack mine ready to proceed with full transition to electric vehicle fleet

FY 2022 financial report notes successful pilot for three of seven commissioned Sandvik trucks

Pretivm has purchased seven electric haul trucks for its Brucejack Mine in northwest B.C. from Swedish mining supply company Sandvik Mining. (Sandvik Mining photo)
Members of the British Columbia General Employees’ Union picket outside a B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch facility, in Delta, B.C., on Monday, August 15, 2022. British Columbian cannabis stores say they’re shutting their doors and laying off staff after the strike stopped the province’s pot distribution centre from shipping out product early last week.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Nanaimo cannabis store lays off staff as BCGEU dispute snarls product delivery

Legal pot retailers say 70 per cent of them could close by month’s end

Members of the British Columbia General Employees’ Union picket outside a B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch facility, in Delta, B.C., on Monday, August 15, 2022. British Columbian cannabis stores say they’re shutting their doors and laying off staff after the strike stopped the province’s pot distribution centre from shipping out product early last week.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Bob Olsen, Pacific Inland Resources’ longest-serving employee (49 years) at the planer mill outfeed and trimmer, July 21, 2022. (Thom Barker photo)

Pacific Inland Resources Smithers mill celebrates 50th anniversary

West Fraser to hold party at Bovill Square August 5 plus mill tours

Bob Olsen, Pacific Inland Resources’ longest-serving employee (49 years) at the planer mill outfeed and trimmer, July 21, 2022. (Thom Barker photo)
The Kispiox First Nation has reached an agreement with the province of B.C. to pursue commercial cannabis opportunities. (file photo)

B.C.’s Kispiox First Nation strikes deal for commercial cannabis operation

Northwest-based First Nation have entered a new agreement with the province

The Kispiox First Nation has reached an agreement with the province of B.C. to pursue commercial cannabis opportunities. (file photo)
Workcamp at Seabridge Gold’s KSM project in northwest B.C. (Seabridge Gold photo)

Seabridge Gold completes new feasibility study for KSM project in northwest B.C.

The mining company expands operation and set up new office in Terrace

Workcamp at Seabridge Gold’s KSM project in northwest B.C. (Seabridge Gold photo)
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From left: Tahltans Harlan Inkster; Rick McLean; Hon. Jeanie McLean (Dendys), Yukon minister of education and minister responsible for the women and gender equity directorate; Erin Paul; Chad Thomas; and Jerry Asp accept the Indigenous Business of the Year for Northern B.C. Award on behalf of TNDC at the 5th Annual Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference in Whitehorse, presented by the Yukon First Nation Chamber of Commerce. (Contributed photo)

Tahltan business arm named business of the year

The Tahltan Nation Development Corporation honoured by Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference

From left: Tahltans Harlan Inkster; Rick McLean; Hon. Jeanie McLean (Dendys), Yukon minister of education and minister responsible for the women and gender equity directorate; Erin Paul; Chad Thomas; and Jerry Asp accept the Indigenous Business of the Year for Northern B.C. Award on behalf of TNDC at the 5th Annual Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference in Whitehorse, presented by the Yukon First Nation Chamber of Commerce. (Contributed photo)
Kendra Johnston, president of the Association for Mineral Exploration, speaks at the Mining Month Luncheon at Hudson Bay Lodge May 6. (Thom Barker photo)

Mining luncheon highlights optimistic outlook for Smithers

Smithers tops municipalities in exploration spending, which continues to grow year over year

Kendra Johnston, president of the Association for Mineral Exploration, speaks at the Mining Month Luncheon at Hudson Bay Lodge May 6. (Thom Barker photo)
Luke Smith said he was “thrilled but shocked” to receive recognition for his community works. (Deb Meissner photo)

Luke Smith wins a nation wide award from Sobey’s for his community engagement

Luke Smith recognized by Sobey’s corporation for his community engagement.

Luke Smith said he was “thrilled but shocked” to receive recognition for his community works. (Deb Meissner photo)
Workcamp at Seabridge Gold’s KSM project in northwest B.C. (Seabridge Gold photo)

Seabridge to spend $150 million to bring KSM project to “substantially started”

Spending made possible by investment by Sprott and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Fund

Workcamp at Seabridge Gold’s KSM project in northwest B.C. (Seabridge Gold photo)
Smithers District Chamber of Commerce manager Sheena Miller, left, and Susan Bundock, chamber office manager, model some of the swag they are giving away as part of the new Live Love Local campaign.

Support local campaign takes on regional focus

Chambers of commerce across the Northwest collaborate to build sustainable regional economy

Smithers District Chamber of Commerce manager Sheena Miller, left, and Susan Bundock, chamber office manager, model some of the swag they are giving away as part of the new Live Love Local campaign.
Festive decorations at the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce Awards night held at Glacier Toyota. (Deb Meissner photo)

Smithers District Chamber of Commerce Community and Business Awards handed out Dec. 3.

Yearly Awards for Smithers District Chamber of Commerce given Dec. 3

Festive decorations at the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce Awards night held at Glacier Toyota. (Deb Meissner photo)
The Hazelton RCMP detachment. Police seized a variety of guns, drugs and a large quantity of cash after a Nov. 22, 2021 arrest. (Black Press Media File photo)

New Hazelton RCMP recover drugs, guns and cash after 5-hour foot pursuit

‘Our members were under considerable risk,’ said Staff Sgt. Darren Durnin

The Hazelton RCMP detachment. Police seized a variety of guns, drugs and a large quantity of cash after a Nov. 22, 2021 arrest. (Black Press Media File photo)
Anita’s Organic Mill co-owner Taylor Gemmel outside the Chilliwack location. (Michelle Gemmel submitted file photo)

Nature’s Path acquires majority interest in Chilliwack organic food business

Largest organic cereal and snack maker buys into Anita’s Organic Mill

Anita’s Organic Mill co-owner Taylor Gemmel outside the Chilliwack location. (Michelle Gemmel submitted file photo)
Pretivm has purchased seven electric haul trucks for its Brucejack Mine in northwest B.C. from Swedish mining supply company Sandvik Mining. (Sandvik Mining photo)

Northwest B.C. mining briefs

Brucejack goes electric; Seabridge integrates Snowfield; Skeena Resources sells 60 per cent of Snip

Pretivm has purchased seven electric haul trucks for its Brucejack Mine in northwest B.C. from Swedish mining supply company Sandvik Mining. (Sandvik Mining photo)