FROM THE HILL: NDP MP Richard Cannings introduces a beer bill that makes sense
As the cost of gas, groceries and housing continues to rise, NDP MP Richard Cannings wants to make it a bit easier at the end of the day to enjoy a cold beer. Cannings’ new Bill C--- is proposing to eliminate the federal excise tax on low-alcoholic beer. “An error was made and the result is that Canada doesn’t treat all...
Rossland City Council Meetings, April 4, 2022
Rossland City Council Meetings, April 4, 2022 CIP grant allocations; the civic election is coming in October; Third Avenue project awarded; Curling Club angst; more tax talk; TransRockies race coming to town; Affordable Housing Society seeks treasurer; and – apply for a $500 grant for your community project! Present: ...
Seven Summits: Aspire to Inspire
“Learning is not a race for information; it’s a walk of discovery”-Anonymous. Discovery learning is an educational model that engages students’ interest in learning an objective through the route of exploration. Students who use this model to reach a learning objective may attain a greater depth of understanding as they have...
MLA Conroy announces significant support for West Kootenay arts
New Democrat MLA Katrine Conroy says strengthened support from the BC NDP government will help local artists and art organizations in the West Kootenays recover from the impacts of the pandemic. “We are so fortunate to have arts organizations in our communities that do the incredible work they do,” said MLA Conroy. “COVID-19...
Paid On-Call Firefighter positions open up across the KBRFR
The Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue (KBRFR) service is launching a major new recruitment drive urging people who live and work in Fruitvale, Montrose, Genelle, Warfield and Rossland to join its team. Community minded people of all ages and from all walks of life are being encouraged to apply as Paid On-Call (POC)...
Let’s talk about ticks
Spring is here and the warmer weather means more people will be out hiking in tall grass or wooded areas which can also mean an increased chance of getting tick bites. Ticks are small bugs that bite and feed on the blood of humans and animals and can sometimes transmit disease. Fortunately, there are precautions people can ...
Selkirk College Community Remembers ‘Doc’ Jack Colbert
Committed to his community and adored by patients, Dr. Jack Colbert was the epitome of a rural doctor. A passionate supporter of Selkirk College and empowering future health care professionals, the new Dr. Jack Colbert Memorial Awards Fund is a legacy that will assist students in the Rural Pre-Medicine (RPM) Program aiming ...
Seven Summits: Mountains to Climb
“Being physically healthy is not expensive! Being injured is!”-Joerg Teichmann. Living in the mountains provides for regular participation in outdoor activities. Doing sports like mountain biking, golfing, trail running in the summer and skiing, snowboarding, skating in the winter are the tip of the iceberg. However, with...
Upcoming Seniors events at the Rossland Museum
Seniors' Workshop: Preserving Family Photos. Wednesday, April 6th from 3 to 5 pm at the Rossland Seniors' Centre - 1916 First Avenue. This workshop will focus on how best to care for, handle, store, and preserve your family's photographs for future generations. We'll discuss storage methods, documentation, repair, and what...
Rapid tests for people 18+ available at pharmacies
Starting Wednesday, March 23, 2022, rapid antigen test kits will be available to people aged 18 years and older through community pharmacies. Eligible individuals can pick up one kit of five tests every 28 days from participating pharmacies at no cost. Individuals must present their personal health number when picking up the...
