Author: SKEENA NEWS

KITIMAT, B.C. – LNG Canada has advised the community that flaring associated with the start-up of Train 2 will be extended beyond the originally anticipated date of November 10th to a new end date of November 20th. The company stated that this ten-day extension is necessary to safely complete crucial commissioning activities, including equipment testing, system tuning, and process stabilization at the facility. During this extended period, flaring will be intermittent, with flare heights expected to range significantly from 20 meters up to 90 meters. LNG Canada reminds the public that there may be intermittent visible emissions and increased noise associated with this work. Flaring…

TERRACE, B.C. – Terrace RCMP are issuing a warning to local businesses and the public to be highly vigilant after a man was arrested for allegedly possessing and attempting to use counterfeit cash in the community. The incident was first reported to police on October 29, when one local business accepted fraudulent bills from a man, only realizing later that they were fake. On the same day, a second business reported a man attempting to use the counterfeit money, though they did not accept the bills. Following an investigation, police identified the man and arrested him for possession of counterfeit…

TERRACE, B.C. – A vital new career pathway has officially opened for high school students in Northern B.C. as Northern Health (NH) launches the first official cohort of its Seek, Experience, Explore, Discover (SEED) program this November 2025. The SEED program is a collaborative effort designed to directly address the critical need for healthcare professionals in the North by exposing local students to career paths they might not otherwise consider. A Regional Partnership for Recruitment The program is a joint initiative that demonstrates a unified commitment to developing local talent. Key partners in the effort include: Following a successful pilot conducted in…

TERRACE, B.C. – Community infrastructure in the Northwest is receiving a significant boost through the Northern Healthy Communities Fund (NHCF), with over $150,000 in combined provincial funding allocated for projects in Kitimat and the Metlakatla First Nation near Prince Rupert. These Northwest initiatives are among 18 projects selected in 2025 to share $5.6 million through the NHCF, which supports communities experiencing pressures from large-scale industrial development, particularly near LNG Canada and Coastal GasLink sites. Focus on Youth and Emergency Services The funding addresses critical needs in two key areas: Provincial Commitment to Growth and Safety The NHCF, administered by the Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT), supports…

TERRACE, B.C. – Skeena News is updating its coverage of the November 1 incident at the Best Western Terrace Inn following the circulation of eyewitness video that appears to directly contradict the official account provided by the Terrace RCMP. The original report, based on the RCMP’s November 4 press release, described an escalation where a woman allegedly resisted arrest and “fell to the landing” during a struggle with officers. However, the widely shared public video has presented a significantly different sequence of events, supporting allegations of excessive force. What the Video Appears to Show Skeena News is publishing the widely…

TERRACE, B.C. – The B.C. government and coastal First Nation leaders have signed a powerful declaration, formally calling on the federal government to uphold the existing moratorium on oil tankers along the North Coast. The declaration was signed by Premier David Eby on Wednesday, November 5, at the First Nations Leaders’ Gathering in Vancouver. The move is a direct response to months of lobbying by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to resurrect plans for an oil pipeline that would terminate on B.C.’s North Coast. Such a project would require the federal government to end the ban on oil tankers carrying more than 12,500…

TERRACE, B.C. – A call for Terrace RCMP to assist an intoxicated woman early Saturday morning escalated into a broader altercation at a local Halloween fundraiser, leading to the arrest of six individuals. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on November 1. According to a press release from the Terrace RCMP, officers on patrol near the Best Western Terrace Inn on Greig Avenue were flagged down by a hotel employee. The employee requested assistance with a woman who was intoxicated, unable to care for herself, and refusing to leave the premises, where a fundraising event was taking place. Police entered the hotel…

BURNS LAKE, B.C. – A lengthy drug trafficking investigation culminated in a major coordinated operation in Burns Lake on October 30, resulting in the arrest of eight individuals and the seizure of a significant cache of illegal goods. Burns Lake RCMP, supported by specialized teams, executed search warrants on three properties, successfully disrupting local drug trafficking networks. “Yesterday, Burns Lake RCMP have successfully removed a significant amount of illicit drugs from circulation in a coordinated operation aimed at disrupting the local trafficking networks,” said Sergeant Anthony Brooks, Operations NCO for the Burns Lake RCMP. “The operation highlights the continued effort and…

SKEENA REGION – The Kitsumkalum First Nation has achieved a historic milestone, overwhelmingly voting to ratify its Treaty and Constitution with the federal and provincial governments, setting the stage for a new era of self-governance in Northwest B.C. The results of the vote, held on November 1, showed massive support from the membership: “By voting yes to our Treaty and Constitution, we honour the generations who fought for recognition and we open the door to a new era of self-government, accountability, and opportunity,” said elected Chief Councillor Troy Sam. “This is a proud day that secures a stronger future for our…

TERRACE, B.C. – A Terrace hotel has received national recognition for its dedication to service, with Choice Hotels Canada announcing that the Comfort Inn & Suites Terrace is the winner of the Highest Guest Satisfaction award among 350 hotels across the country. The award recognizes the hotel that achieves the highest Likelihood to Recommend (LTR) score in the Choice Hotels guest insight surveys over the last year. Co-operator Sharon Cho, who runs the hotel with her husband Andrew, reflected on the significant achievement, especially given the timing of the hotel’s launch. The brand-new property opened shortly before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2018, creating immediate operational…