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The College of New Caledonia is a significant contributor to the regional economy, according to a recent report commissioned by B.C. Colleges. BC Colleges is a consortium of B.C.'s 11 public, post-secondary colleges.

There were starts on 15 single family homes in Prince George and surrounding area in June, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. The total matches the amount reached in the same month last year.

The Tsilhqot'in decision on aboriginal title brings the certainty the resource sector has been wanting for the last 20 years, said the NDP's leader. "Well, we have it now," John Horgan said. "I'm confident, with my discussions with industry.

Since 2004, Dorrie Sharcott has made the city an oasis for hundreds of young people on a grueling bike trip to raise money for cancer research.

TUMBLER RIDGE, B.C. - A fast-moving wildfire in northeastern British Columbia is expected to double in size and is keeping about 200 oil-and-gas workers out of evacuated camps.

In an effort to reduce the barriers that come with HIV testing, the procedure will be part of regular patient care for all northern communities. HIV testing is now offered as part of regular patient care at St.

Teachers at a rally in front of MLA Shirley Bond's office called out for the government to enter mediated negotiations with the B.C. Teachers' Federation - but they cried out for more resources in the classroom.

The city's first commercial winery cleared another hurdle this week following city council's approval of a development variance permit.

Four-time Olympic speedskating medalist Denny Morrison is a hometown hero in northern B.C. where he grew up. He is a proud son of Fort St.

While area teachers aren't on the picket lines, they are still on strike - and will be seen rallying in front of MLA Shirley Bond's office today at noon.