Cameron Orr

Mary John presented a petition to get Kitimat Council to extend the Lahakas Boulevard walkway to Quatsino and towards the soccer fields.

Petition shows support for a new walkway in Kitimat to the soccer fields

Residents say Quatsino Boulevard needs a walkway to address safety concerns along that stretch.

Mary John presented a petition to get Kitimat Council to extend the Lahakas Boulevard walkway to Quatsino and towards the soccer fields.
A vessel at MK Bay Marina presses against and damages the walkway, following a snow storm which sunk a number of boats at the facility.

Kitimat snow storm results in sunk boats at marina

A number of boats and boathouses were sunk at MK Bay Marina near Kitimat following a recent snow storm.

A vessel at MK Bay Marina presses against and damages the walkway, following a snow storm which sunk a number of boats at the facility.
The Citywest broadcast camera for Kitimat council meetings, covered with a bag during the February 2 council meeting.

Kitimat seeks to improve television broadcast of council meetings

Improving the broadcast and upgrading the District's telecommunications systems in general part of budget plan.

The Citywest broadcast camera for Kitimat council meetings, covered with a bag during the February 2 council meeting.

Councillor wants to see Kitimat get a dog park

One of Kitimat's new councillors is hopeful the town will get a dedicated dog park in the future.

The fire department pick-up in question which will be replaced following a budget approval on January 26.

Petals and the metals: Kitimat Council debates spending for pick-up in light of flower spending

A councillor questions why colleagues eager to spend money on hanging baskets but not so quick to approve fire department vehicle.

The fire department pick-up in question which will be replaced following a budget approval on January 26.

Building the Haisla-Kitimat relationship a big takeaway from resources forum

Learning how to move forward on relationship building between the District and the Haisla a big takeaway from resources forum.

No budget pre-approvals for District of Kitimat properties assessments

Just over half a million dollars was waiting to be spent on a building assessment, but a split council couldn't decide if it was worth it.

More spare time gives Kitimat officers chance to crack down on drugs

Drug files rose in 2014 over 2013, but officer time to dedicate to those files reason for rise, says detachment, not more drug.

Al Martin with the BC Wildlife Federation speaks to Kitimat-area hunters at the Riverlodge on January 17.

Kitimat area hunters encouraged to push back on hunting allocation changes

The BCWF held an information meeting in Kitimat January 17 to talk about hunting allocation policy changes.

Al Martin with the BC Wildlife Federation speaks to Kitimat-area hunters at the Riverlodge on January 17.
Ellis Ross speaking on the importance of the Haisla's acquisition of MK Bay Marina.

Haisla mark purchase of MK Bay Marina with ceremony

Song, dance and gift giving was part of the ceremony in Kitamaat Village marking the purchase of the marina by the Haisla.

Ellis Ross speaking on the importance of the Haisla's acquisition of MK Bay Marina.

UNBC professor takes more cautious approach to LNG prospects in 2015

Responding to comments by Rich Coleman, UNBC professor Paul Bowles suggests caution, not optimism, defines 2015 LNG.

Riverbrook Estates gets approval on their slimmed down rezoning request

Months-long process to get a plot of land rezoned in Kitimat concludes with approval for a potential townhouse complex.

Property values in Kitimat spike nearly 35 per cent

BC Assessment released the new property value roll, and shows Kitimat with a substantial increase over last year.

Kitimat still affordable but costs are rising

A realtor's report shows Kitimat still affordable, despite sharp increases in home ownership costs.

Black seeks government support now that he has feasibility plan in hand

David Black wants debt guarantees from the government which will help him get lenders on board for his proposed oil refinery.

Council sets rates for ski bus service

The District of Kitimat is set to offer a Saturday shuttle to Shames Mountain and Onion Lake Ski Trails.

Cause of Cranberry Street fire undetermined

It is unknown what caused a fire on Cranberry Street which resulted in minor injuries to an occupant.

Crossroads project moves forward under new ownership

Horizons North and Pomeroy Lodging planning for hotel and work camp near Kitimat's Chamber of Commerce.

Phil Germuth

Kitimat’s next mayor sees relationship with Haisla crucial for next term

Phil Germuth sees a lot of issues to work on in Kitimat's future, but topping them is relationship building with the Haisla.

Phil Germuth

LNG Canada takes Kitimat-area stakeholders to operating plant in Oman

LNG Canada invited a delegation from the northwest to see an operating LNG plant up close in Oman.