The Ktunaxa Nation Council (KNC) is giving notice that harvesting ʔayut (Canby’s Lovage) by non-Ktunaxanin̓tik is still not permitted in ɁamakɁis Ktunaxa (Ktunaxa homelands). The following statement (issued…
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A busy and rewarding start
Acting Mayors Monthly Editorial, May 2026 By Amy Cardozo As I wrap up my first month serving as Acting Mayor, I can say it’s been…
Summer safety reminders from BC Coroners Service
The summer months are near and the BC Coroners Service is reminding people throughout the province to put safety first when planning warm-weather activities. The…
Mining tenure freeze a broken promise: local MLAs
The East Kootenay’s two B.C. Conservative Party MLAs are criticizing the NDP government’s decision to quietly extend the mineral tenure freeze across parts of northwestern…
Whooping cough reported in the region
Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a highly contagious infection that spreads through coughing and sneezing. Cases have increased recently across Interior Health and are…
By-election set for July 30
The Council of ʔaq̓am wishes to inform membership that one Councillor position has become vacant. In accordance with the ʔaq̓am Custom Election Regulations (Revised 2024),…
Work beginning June 8 may reduce water pressure
A complete rebuild and upsizing of the internal components of the City of Cranbrook’s pressure reduction station (PRV) number 4 is set to start on…
Wednesday Socials to feature wide range of talent
Free family friendly outdoor concerts are returning to downtown Fernie’s Station Square every Wednesday evening this summer. Wednesday Socials begin on July 8 with headliner…
JCI Kootenay excellence continues
What a weekend for JCI Kootenay! JCI Kootenay members spent May 29-31 at the JCI BC/Yukon Regional Conference at Blue Lake Camp, connecting with members…
Pipe Band’s 100th anniversary celebration changing venues
After much planning and anticipation, the Kimberley Pipe Band is excited to announce that its 100th Anniversary Celebration and Tattoo will move to a new…