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China marketing opens way for Vavenby mill

Canfor recently announced it plans to reopen its Vavenby sawmill operation. Most of the mill’s production is scheduled to go to the United States, but that doesn’t mean the provincial government’s efforts to increase lumber exports to China had nothing to do with the reopening, according to Pat Bell, B.C.’s minister of forests, mines and lands
Golden sunset

Golden sunset

The setting sun turns the sky to gold during survival training on Trophy Mountain for RCMP radio techs
Professor speaks about digital literacy at CSS

Professor speaks about digital literacy at CSS

Former University of Alaska professor Jason Ohler spoke to a workshop on digital literacy last Wednesday evening. Close to 100 local residents attended the event, which was held at Clearwater Secondary School.

Interest flows with ice climbing at Wells Gray Park waterfalls

Climbing the ice spray cave behind Helmcken Falls has generated reactions in two people with different perspectives: Wells Gray area supervisor Mike Rowden and mountain guide Ross Cloutier
Earthquake drill at Raft

Earthquake drill at Raft

Students at Raft River Elementary get ready for earthquakes

BC budget brings no relief to students

Something fishy on Highway 24

An enthusiastic group of local business people and community-minded citizens are in the process of revitalizing the Highway 24 Tourism Association.
HST protesters crash B.C. Liberal party

HST protesters crash B.C. Liberal party

Fight HST brought its message to the snowy courtyard outside the Vancouver convention centre Saturday afternoon, as voting to select a new B.C. Liberal leader continued.

HST panel requests submissions on referendum options

The independent panel reviewing and reporting publicly on the pros and cons of the HST and returning the PST/GST system wants to review relevant research from interested parties.
Clark plans transition to premier's office

Clark plans transition to premier's office