Analysis: Canada’s wettest province faces historic drought – and a precarious new future
By Arno Kopecky (This article first appeared in The Narwhal; republished with permission) From grasshopper infestations to water restrictions, B.C.’s drought is affecting all corners of the province in ways surprising and predictable. Is the government doing enough to lead? Near the end of July, I found myself discussing...
BC Wildfire Service responds to fire near Pass Creek
The BC Wildfire Service is responding to a fire in the Slocan Valley reported Tuesday afternoon. The BC Wildfire Service said fire, approximately 15 kilometers north of Castlegar near Pass Creek, is currently estimated to be 10 hectares in size. The BC Wildfire Service said ground crews, including initial attack firefighters...
Column: Life-filled, life-giving soil
As you walk outside, watching birds take flight or a squirrel run up a tree, take a moment to consider the activity beneath your feet. A new study shows more than half the world’s life is in soil — including 90 per cent of fungi, 85 per cent of plants and more than 50 per cent of bacteria. Just a teaspoon of healthy soil can...
Growing as Leaders -- while having a great time
Laughter, lively activities and moments of individual thought. At the 2023 Basin Youth Network Leadership Summit, these happened in abundance. The goal: to help youth absorb valuable life skills, plus express how they see the future of this region. Ninety youth from around the Basin attended the event, which took place in...
Columbia River Treaty talks move forward after constructive Seattle session
On Aug. 10 and 11, 2023, Canada and the United States held the 18th round of negotiations toward a modernized Columbia River Treaty. The U.S. delegation hosted the meeting in Seattle, welcoming the Canadian negotiating team, which included representatives of the governments of Canada and B.C., and the Ktunaxa, Secwepemc and...
Police Beat — Human remains discovered, a B&E, drunk driving, and Trail Pride Market
POLICE BEAT: Human remains discovered in Trail On Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 6:15 p.m. frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers received a report from a resident who had discovered human remains near Highway 3B and Lins Road, in Trail, BC. The resident was looking for her lost dog when she stumbled upon the...
Barbie: 5 ways to be more like Allan than Ken
By Jeff Halvorsen, Post-doctorate Associate, University of Calgary Barbie is this summer’s hit movie, breaking all kinds of records at the box office. Many, including myself and family — as well as Canada’s prime minister and son — dressed in pink to watch a team of live-action Barbies...
COUNCIL MATTERS: Rossland City Council meeting, August 14, 2023
Info on the new RDKB Green Bin Program; fences that appropriate City property; a timely tightening-up for Rossland’s burning bylaw; when homeowners have to pay for City workers; a first look at the next DRAFT five-year financial plan; and, fill out a provincial survey on racism. ...
Interior Health urges public to prepare for prolonged heat wave
Environment Canada has issued a Special Weather Statement for most of the Southern Interior as a prolonged heat wave begins Monday. Environment Canada said daytime temperatures are expected to reach 35-37 Celsius in the West Kootenay/Boundary regions as well as Okanagan North Fraser Canyon, Nicola and Similkameen. The heat ...
RCMP officers out on patrols on Christina Lake
The RCMP summer boat patrol program at Christina Lake is different then previous years, but still proving to be effective and popular. Grant Forks RCMP said that in the past, the local detachment was able to secure a Reserve Constable for the summer and have them work about 4 shifts a week, cruising around the lake and in the...
