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Hebei gets third truss plant, wood-frame research centre

Pat Bell, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, said: "The Hebei government has shown a strong interest in stepping up to become one of the leaders in wood-frame construction in China

Harper Creek mine reveals study results

A preliminary economic assessment by an independent consulting company of its proposed Harper Creek copper mine has shown positive results, according to Yellowhead Mining Inc.
Louis Creek getting eco-depot site

Louis Creek getting eco-depot site

There will be several buildings erected on a proposed Louis Creek eco-depot site including one open-ended 70’x70’ building for the recycling station, and one closed 100’x100’ building for non-recyclable waste

Petroleum industry facing severe labor shortages

Canada’s oil and gas industry is headed towards severe and chronic labor shortages - regardless of future energy prices and industry activity.
A spring day at the falls

A spring day at the falls

A group from a Kamloops software company enjoys a day at Helmcken Falls in Wells Gray Park

BC Liquor Stores' Dry Grad fundraising campaign underway

Until March 31, BC Liquor Stores customers will be able to support dry grad celebrations in their communities by donating $1.00 or more at their local BC Liquor Stores

Building a stronger timber frame market

The log home and timber frame construction sector is building more than homes - it’s creating a stronger, more diversified economy

McLeod reports on forest industry in Parliament

"Mr. Speaker, there have been 24 sawmills reopen in BC in the last 24 months; along with new trade deals with Japan and the funding from Canada's Economic Action Plan, the forestry industry is solidly rebounding."
Walker reports on heating systems

Walker reports on heating systems

Clearwater councilor Bert Walker brought back several interesting options from a recent 10-day workshop on district heating in Austria he attended.
2011 Celebration of Arts June 25 – 26

2011 Celebration of Arts June 25 – 26

The dates are set - June 25 and 26, for the Barriere Celebration of The Arts. The venue will be similar to last year’s event and will once again be hosted at the Barr K Treats property on Highway 5 in Barriere