Author: SKEENA NEWS

THORNHILL, B.C. – The community of Thornhill came together to honor its deep roots at the first-ever Thornhill Heritage Day on August 4, a new event that brought local history to life at the historic Thornhill Landing. The afternoon was filled with stories of Thornhill’s past, with a lively start thanks to a black powder cannon demonstration by Kitimat-Stikine regional district director Ted Ramsey, with Kitselas First Nation Chief Councillor Glenn Bennett doing the honors. The event, organized by community members Debbie Letawski and Kam Siemens, fulfilled the long-held dream of the late local historian Yvonne Moen to create a…

One of the most memorable moments of the 2025 Riverboat Days Opening Ceremonies came from the traditional dances performed by the Terrace Filipino‑Canadian Association. Their vibrant performance lit up the stage with colourful attire, graceful choreography, and infectious energy. As the dancers moved to the lively beats, the crowd responded with loud cheers and applause. What made the moment even more special was the way the performers invited the audience to join in. Laughter and smiles spread through George Little Park as community members stepped forward, dancing together with the group. The shared joy created an atmosphere of unity, fun, and…

TERRACE, B.C. — The 2025 Riverboat Days celebrations officially began Friday evening with an opening ceremony at George Little Park, bringing together community members, cultural performers, and dignitaries to mark the start of one of Terrace’s most cherished annual events. The ceremony was hosted by TheChad from CFNR Radio and featured performances from the Caledonia Kermode Choir, the Terrace Filipino‑Canadian Association, the Indo‑Canadian Cultural Group, and a powerful finale by the Gitxaała Nation Drum and Dance Group. The event also honoured renowned artist Stan Bevan, who was named the 2025 Riverboat Days Ambassador. MP, Ellis Ross, looked sharp in his attire and delivered a light‑hearted message focused on wishing residents a…

TERRACE, BC. A significant joint effort between local emergency services and concerned residents led to the successful rescue of a woman from the Skeena River on Monday, July 28, after she spent an estimated two hours in the cold water. The emergency response was triggered around 3:15 PM after Terrace RCMP received a call from a member of the public who reported hearing screams for help coming from the river area east of the Old Skeena Bridge. After RCMP officers located the woman clinging to a branch in the water, a full-scale, multi-agency operation was launched. Terrace Search and Rescue (SAR)…

SKEENA REGION, B.C. – Residents of the Skeena region with upcoming travel plans on Air Canada are advised to be aware of a potential labour disruption that could affect flights as early as mid-August. Air Canada’s flight attendants, represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), are holding a strike vote that will conclude on August 5. If a new collective agreement is not reached in the coming weeks, a strike could begin as soon as August 16, potentially causing flight delays and cancellations. For the Northwest, where air travel from the Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat (YXT) is a primary…

SKEENA REGION, B.C. – A wave of anger and anxiety is sweeping the Skeena region after U.S. President Donald Trump unilaterally launched a new trade assault against Canada, with our local industries caught directly in the crossfire. In a move widely condemned as politically motivated, President Trump signed an executive order Friday imposing a crippling 35% tariff on key Canadian goods, including the lumber and aluminum that form the very backbone of the Northwest’s economy. The administration’s official justification—that the tariffs are a response to fentanyl smuggling—is being dismissed by Canadian officials and local leaders as a baseless pretext for punishing…

TERRACE, B.C. – A new 35% tariff on Canadian goods, ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump and effective today, is sending shockwaves through the Northwest B.C. economy, with key local industries like forestry and aluminum bracing for significant disruption. The White House announced the tariff hike late Thursday, raising the rate from 25% and citing Canada’s alleged lack of cooperation in stopping illicit drug trafficking. The move comes after months of escalating trade rhetoric and threats from the U.S. administration. Prime Minister Mark Carney called the action disappointing and disputed the rationale, stating that Canada accounts for only 1% of U.S.…

HAZELTON, B.C. – The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is actively responding to a new, out-of-control wildfire burning near Hazelton Creek, just west of South Hazelton. As of Thursday afternoon, the fire is estimated to be approximately four hectares in size. Due to its “Out of Control” status, the fire is expected to continue growing. Airtankers have been deployed to the scene, establishing retardant lines to help “box in” the fire and slow its spread, while multiple ground crews work to establish control lines. According to the BCWS, the fire is burning through slash and debris, which is producing a significant amount…

TERRACE, B.C. – The Terrace Community Forest (TCF), a company owned by the City of Terrace, has made its annual contribution of $1 million to the City. The funds were generated from the TCF’s 2024 commercial thinning forest harvesting program. As per the TCF’s mandate, the City will direct the money towards outdoor recreation and art projects within the community. Recent projects that have been partly or fully funded by TCF contributions include an electric Zamboni, new pickleball courts on Halliwell Avenue, benches at Ferry Island, and a salmon sculpture and toad mural on Ferry Island. Currently, a project is in…

KITIMAT, B.C. – Premier David Eby was in Kitimat on Wednesday to celebrate what he called a “historic moment” for the newly operational LNG Canada facility, but offered no firm timeline on a much-anticipated final investment decision for the project’s second phase. Joined by Energy and Climate Solutions Minister Adrian Dix and LNG Canada CEO Chris Cooper, the Premier marked the facility’s first shipments of liquefied natural gas to Asia, framing the project as a cornerstone of the provincial and national economy. “Projects like LNG Canada are the reason that B.C. will be the economic engine of a more independent Canada,”…