Spectra buys one-third stake in Express-Platte pipeline system
HOUSTON – Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P., Tuesday announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its one-third interest in the Express-Platte pipeline system to Spectra Energy…
Pimm believes northeast economy remains strong despite poor natural gas prices
Shawn Gill Alaska Highway News Falling natural gas prices have hit the region hard and are being blamed for the growing provincial deficit but Pat Pimm, MLA for Peace River…
McAfee reminds consumers of the “12 Scams of Christmas” as 58% of Canadians plan to shop online during the 2012 holiday season
MARKHAM – McAfee, the world’s largest dedicated security technology company, recently released findings from the company’s 2012 Holiday Shopping study. The research investigates the online habits, behaviours, interests and lifestyles…
Winning team at Tumbler Ridge
Fort Nelson Novice Hockey Team participated in a tournament in Chetwynd BC on December 2nd and 3rd, winning their final game on Sunday against Tumbler Ridge 7-5. The game was…
Forest industry remains committed to Boreal Forest Agreement
OTTAWA – Member companies of the Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) remain committed to the promises made to Canadians, rural communities, the environment and the marketplace under the Canadian…
Louisiana Pacific will be the sole owner of Peace Valley OSB
Vancouver – Canfor Corporation announced that it has entered into a Letter of Intent with Louisiana-Pacific Corporation to sell Canfor’s 50 percent share in the Peace Valley Oriented Strand Board…
Congratulations to James Gilbert
Congratulations to James Gilbert who was awarded the Augustana [UofA] Student Award for Library Research for 2011-12. The award is open to all students in all years of undergraduate study.…
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…
Are you ready to switch back to PST?
Vancouver– A recent survey by the BC Chamber of Commerce has revealed that 63% of businesses do not feel prepared for the transition back to the Provincial Sales Tax (PST)…
B. C.’s investment in job creation provides stability
VICTORIA – Despite the slight decline in employment, mainly in part-time positions, British Columbia’s economy remains stable. The province continues to attract investment in spite of continued volatility in global…
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