More than 250 dancers from nine northern B.C. studios compete May 5 - 11 The BC Annual Dance Competition got underway at the Lester Centre for the Arts in Prince Rupert Sunday, May 5, with solo categories in the morning and afternoon and group categories in the evening. The 2024 competition features nine studios from Prince Rupert, Fort St. John, Prince George, Quesnel, Hazelton, Terrace, Kitimat and Haida Gwaii. More than 250 dancers will perform more than 800 dances with a total purse of more than $75,000 in cash, scholarships and awards up for grabs. The top cash prizes are for...…More than 250 dancers from nine northern B.C. studios compete May 5 - 11 The BC Annual Dance Competition got underway at the Lester Centre for the Arts in Prince Rupert Sunday, May 5, with solo categories in the morning and afternoon and group categories in the evening. The 2024 competition features nine studios from Prince Rupert, Fort St. John, Prince George, Quesnel, Hazelton, Terrace, Kitimat and Haida Gwaii. More than 250 dancers will perform more than 800 dances with a total purse of more than $75,000 in cash, scholarships and awards up for grabs. The top cash prizes are for...WW…

Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...…Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...WW…

Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...… Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...WW…

Several members of the community cheered on as Fort St. James resident Brad Hoy released a rehabilitated female bald eagle back into the wild earlier this week. In January, Hoy received word about the injured bird from one of his drivers who spotted it along the roadside. Acting swiftly, Hoy’s wife located the eagle, braved through snowbanks, and managed to secure the bird in a dog crate. The next day, they transported it to OWL Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (OWL) in Delta. Hoy’s longstanding relationship with OWL and Conservation Services proved invaluable. Known...… Several members of the community cheered on as Fort St. James resident Brad Hoy released a rehabilitated female bald eagle back into the wild earlier this week. In January, Hoy received word about the injured bird from one of his drivers who spotted it along the roadside. Acting swiftly, Hoy’s wife located the eagle, braved through snowbanks, and managed to secure the bird in a dog crate. The next day, they transported it to OWL Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (OWL) in Delta. Hoy’s longstanding relationship with OWL and Conservation Services proved invaluable. Known...WW…

A prescribed burn took place along the west shore of Stuart Lake on May 2. The activity was conducted by Nak’azdli Whut’en with support from the BC Wildfire Service to enhance community protection and reduce wildfire risk. There were three primary burn locations targeted covering approximately 8.5 hectares. The burn areas and will be visible from the surrounding areas, and to motorists travelling along Highway 27. (Taylor Hansen photo/ Caledonia Courier) … A prescribed burn took place along the west shore of Stuart Lake on May 2. The activity was conducted by Nak’azdli Whut’en with support from the BC Wildfire Service to enhance community protection and reduce wildfire risk. There were three primary burn locations targeted covering approximately 8.5 hectares. The burn areas and will be visible from the surrounding areas, and to motorists travelling along Highway 27. (Taylor Hansen photo/ Caledonia Courier) WW…