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Fossil fuels to decline but remain big player in Canada's energy use by 2050: report

Fossil fuels to decline but remain big player in Canada's energy use by 2050: report

OTTAWA — The Canada Energy Regulator says reaching net-zero emissions over the next 30 years will to require a much more aggressive transition away from oil and gas.
Future NCAA hockey player joining Prince George Spruce Kings from Ontario

Future NCAA hockey player joining Prince George Spruce Kings from Ontario

Simon Labelle acquired for upcoming shortened 2020-21 season
Letter: Would you rather wear a mask or be on a breathing tube?

Letter: Would you rather wear a mask or be on a breathing tube?

Editor: "There's a time for everything." I guess it was time. At her Nov. 19 briefing, Dr.
Next two weeks 'critical' in pandemic fight, says Dr. Henry

Next two weeks 'critical' in pandemic fight, says Dr. Henry

After announcing 17 new COVID-19 deaths over the weekend, provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry urged B.C. to follow public health orders and avoid looking for loopholes and workarounds.
B.C. man makes a pit stop, wins $50K lottery jackpot

B.C. man makes a pit stop, wins $50K lottery jackpot

People have lots of stories about when, where and how they purchased winning lottery tickets. For one Burnaby man, it was sudden decision during his daily commute. Ahmet Aktas’s decision to make a pit stop to play Keno on Oct.
Exclusion of mental health as grounds for assisted death is likely temporary: Canada's justice minister

Exclusion of mental health as grounds for assisted death is likely temporary: Canada's justice minister

OTTAWA — The federal government's bill to expand eligibility for medical assistance in dying appears to be in for a rough ride in the Senate.
Rise and shine, Prince George!

Rise and shine, Prince George!

Wet snow, wet rain, wet roads... need we say more?
City council tightens grip on capital project spending

City council tightens grip on capital project spending

Starting on Jan. 1, city council will have greater control over cost overruns on the city's capital projects.
Prince George city council amends finance guidelines to curb multi-million dollar project overruns

Prince George city council amends finance guidelines to curb multi-million dollar project overruns

Council ends city managers’ ability to approve massive project overages with no oversight
Virtual open house showcases College of New Caledonia

Virtual open house showcases College of New Caledonia

The College of New Caledonia will host a virtual open house on Thursday. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and consist of a series of online workshops covering a range of topics and providing opportunities to talk with program instructors.