Poll

A “closed’ sign hangs in a store window in Ottawa, Thursday April 16, 2020. An intensifying labour shortage is rippling through Canada’s economy, forcing businesses to curtail operations, reduce hours and in some cases, euthanize livestock. (CP/Adrian Wyld)

Worker shortage Poll

How has the worker shortage affected you?

  • Aug 10, 2022
British Columbia Health Minister Adrian Dix looks on as Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry addresses the media during a news conference at the BC Centre of Disease Control in Vancouver B.C. (File photo)

COVID-19 concerns web poll

What concerns do you have about another potential wave of COVID-19?

  • Aug 4, 2022
Matt Herzog, director of Emergency Support Services (ESS) for the Town of Smithers checks out the vandalism done at the fire department’s training area. (Contributed photo)

Vandalism poll

How concerned are you about vandalism and thefts in the Bulkley Valley?

  • Jul 27, 2022
(Roy Corbett photo)

Transportation poll

What is your primary mode of transportation?

  • Jul 21, 2022
(Roy Corbett photo)
Black Press file photo

Barbecue poll

At a barbecue, what is your favourite food to grill?

  • Jul 13, 2022
Black Press file photo
A cool treat to beat the heat. (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire photo)

Webpoll: Summer heat

How do you keep cool in this summer heat?

  • Jul 7, 2022
A cool treat to beat the heat. (Michael S. Lockett / Juneau Empire photo)
The Supreme Court in Washington D.C. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Roe v. Wade Poll

What is your opinion on the US Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade?

  • Jul 3, 2022
The Supreme Court in Washington D.C. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Gas prices are displayed and expectations are for it to climb even higher. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick)

Travel plans Poll

Has the high gas prices changed your summer travel plans?

  • Jun 23, 2022
Gas prices are displayed and expectations are for it to climb even higher. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick)
Safeway will end AirMiles program. (File photo)

AirMiles Poll

Does Safeway dropping AirMiles change where you will grocery shop?

Safeway will end AirMiles program. (File photo)
Smithers Fall Fairgrounds flooding. (Chris Gareau photo)

Evacuation Preparedness Poll

What preparations have you made in case of an evacuation order?

  • Jun 8, 2022
Smithers Fall Fairgrounds flooding. (Chris Gareau photo)
Doctor shortage affects one in five B.C. residents. (Stock photo)

Accessing health care poll

Are you concerned about accessing primary care in the Bulkley Valley?

  • May 31, 2022
Doctor shortage affects one in five B.C. residents. (Stock photo)
Bulkley Valley District Hospital. (File photo)

Primary care web poll

How do you access primary care in Smithers?

  • May 27, 2022
Bulkley Valley District Hospital. (File photo)
Taylor Bachrach stands up to speak in the Chamber during Question Period on 11 February, 2022. (Photo: Bernard Thibodeau, House of Commons Photo Services)

House of Commons daily prayer poll

Should the House of Commons start its day with a prayer?

Taylor Bachrach stands up to speak in the Chamber during Question Period on 11 February, 2022. (Photo: Bernard Thibodeau, House of Commons Photo Services)
Mining activities (File photo)

Mining and exploration Poll

How important is mining and exploration to the Smithers economy?

  • May 12, 2022
Mining activities (File photo)
RCMP detachment (Black press file photo)

Provincial police force web poll

Do you agree with the Province replacing the RCMP with a provincial police force?

  • May 6, 2022
RCMP detachment (Black press file photo)
Red Deer gas pumps were busy on Friday as drivers took advantage of falling prices. The Alberta government stopped collecting a 13-cents-per-litre gas tax on Friday. (Photo by Paul Cowley/Advocate staff)

Inflation lifestyle web poll

How has record inflation affected your lifestyle?

  • Apr 29, 2022
Red Deer gas pumps were busy on Friday as drivers took advantage of falling prices. The Alberta government stopped collecting a 13-cents-per-litre gas tax on Friday. (Photo by Paul Cowley/Advocate staff)
The Town of Smithers will be re-landscaping Main Street this summer. (Town of Smithers graphic)

Main Street landscaping poll

What do you think of the Town of Smithers plan to re-landscape Main Street?

  • Apr 14, 2022
The Town of Smithers will be re-landscaping Main Street this summer. (Town of Smithers graphic)
People sunbathe on the beach in Barcelona, Spain. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)

Spring Break travel poll

Did you travel during Spring Break?

People sunbathe on the beach in Barcelona, Spain. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)
Vegetable seedlings and citrus plants appear in pots, jars and cans on a ledge inside a home. Even in winter the garden can provide comfort and perspective. (AP Photo/Julia Rubin)

Gardening poll

Have you started planning for your gardens?

  • Mar 31, 2022
Vegetable seedlings and citrus plants appear in pots, jars and cans on a ledge inside a home. Even in winter the garden can provide comfort and perspective. (AP Photo/Julia Rubin)
Jaymz Alaniemi, an Enderby resident and retired member of the Canadian military, will arrive in Europe to fight on the front lines of the war between Russia and Ukraine on April 4, 2022. (Submitted photo)

War in Ukraine Poll

Do you think the situation with Russia and Ukraine will lead to a larger conflict?

  • Mar 23, 2022
Jaymz Alaniemi, an Enderby resident and retired member of the Canadian military, will arrive in Europe to fight on the front lines of the war between Russia and Ukraine on April 4, 2022. (Submitted photo)