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Statement by Bob Zimmer, MP regarding Government’s intention to sell Ridley Terminals

OTTAWA – Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, made the following statement regarding the announcement that the Harper Government intends to sell Ridley Terminals Inc.: “As a…

The Canadian banking system isn’t immune to pressures that face global banking

With widespread political uncertainty, especially the turmoil throughout the European Union, many investors wonder how well their money is protected in the event their bank or brokerage fails. The Canadian…

Conservative Government gives go ahead to sale of Nexen to CNOOC

Conservative Government gives go ahead to sale of Nexen to CNOOC

OTTAWA – The federal government approved Friday the takeovers of Calgary-based Nexen Inc.  and Progress Energy Resources Corporation  by Asian state-controlled firms. China’s CNOOC and Malaysia’s Petronas received the OK…

Reality check: centre of economic gravity tilting towards Asia Canadians better get on board

VANCOUVER – The rise of China and other emerging economies is having a profound impact on the international economic and political order established by a handful of Western countries at…

Fort St. John Residents Receive Education Awards

FORT ST. JOHN – Two Fort St. John residents are recipients of BC Housing education awards that will help them further their education, achieve their goals, and improve their lives.…

Three bids for Municipal Flower Contract

Three bids were received from the municipal flower contract. The bids were received from: Sun North Ventures $59,000.00  J&L Greenhouses $38,878.62, Springtime Gardens $28,500.00 Scott Barry, Director of Public Works…

Update on fatal rail accident at Gutah

FORT ST. JOHN. – A 30-year-old man from the Peace Country, B.C., is dead after being crushed by a derailed fuel tanker in a remote area north of here on…

New drivers reminded of passenger and alcohol limits

VICTORIA – As the holiday season begins, government is reminding B.C.’s newest drivers of safety-related licence restrictions that can put your travel plans in “park.” Under B.C.’s Graduated Licensing Program…

More free webinars to help business with return to PST

VICTORIA – If you have a business and you’re looking for help with the transition back to the Provincial Sales Tax (PST) on April 1, 2013, take advantage of the…

Fire in Villers Trailer Park!!!

Fire in Villers Trailer Park!!!

A fire broke out in Villers Trailer Park today around 2AM. The RCMP and Fire Fighters where on the scene and the Police are continuing their investigation. Follow…