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Fed money goes to water upgrades at Kitimat fish hatchery

The Kitimat hatchery has accessed some funding which will improve their water aeration, among other projects.

Smaller family sizes means new planning needs for Kitimat housing

Kitimat's planning department outlines some of the projected changes for Kitimat over the next decade.

Rick Belmont leading a rally against Rio Tinto in Kitimat.

Day of Action against Rio Tinto includes rally against Kitimat smelter management

Unifor 2301 rallied against Rio Tinto Alcan, part of an action against Rio Tinto globally.

Rick Belmont leading a rally against Rio Tinto in Kitimat.

Kitimat politicians worry over prospect of LNG tax cap from province

A tax cap would hinder infrastructure development which would directly serve local industries, says Kitimat's mayor.

Cullen pushes bill to ban crude tanker traffic; says country needs energy debate

MP Nathan Cullen has introduced his bill that would amend the Canada Shipping Act.

MP proposes bill to ban oil tankers on the North Coast, encourage refineries

Skeena — Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen is putting forward a bill in Parliament that would ban crude oil tankers on the North Coast.

Justin, second from right, with the Hockey Now representatives after receiving his award for Hockey Now’s Minor Hockey Player of the year.

Kitimat’s Justin Almeida rising in the hockey ranks

Kitimat's Justin Almeida earned a Player of the Year award in July.

Justin, second from right, with the Hockey Now representatives after receiving his award for Hockey Now’s Minor Hockey Player of the year.

MP Cullen plans for new bill to ban crude tankers

A bill would ban crude tankers and give greater weight to public opinion during regulatory processes.

The pride of Haisla. Three local youths, (l-r) Josh Grant, Megan Metz and James Harry Jr., came away with medals from the North American Indigenous Games in Regina.

Haisla youth come away with medals from NAIG

The North American Indigenous Games in Regina proved fruitful for three Haisla youth from Kitamaat Village.

The pride of Haisla. Three local youths, (l-r) Josh Grant, Megan Metz and James Harry Jr., came away with medals from the North American Indigenous Games in Regina.

Haisla-owned LNG project seeking export licence from National Energy Board

Cedar LNG will use floating liquefaction facilities on the Douglas Channel.

Kitimat District Teachers Association president not holding breath for classes next week

Kim Meyers has her fingers crossed but doesn't see an immediate end to the teacher's strike and lockout.

Townhouse plan for Blueberry Street not met positively by neighbours

A pair of developers are planning a Blueberry Street townhouse complex which would be designed to be more affordable.

A site overview how how Terminal A will be expanded.

Hospital Beach not going anywhere yet as Rio Tinto Alcan plans wharf expansion

An expansion of RTA's Terminal A is planned to begin next year following the earlier sale of Terminal B to LNG Canada.

A site overview how how Terminal A will be expanded.

Council turns down offer of park lands from townhouse proponent

Accepting the park land could increase District of Kitimat liability.

Riverbrook proposal keeps housing density at forefront of discussions

Some councillors are not keen to see high density developments, while others point out how quickly we run out of space.

Many residents still opposed to Kingfisher townhouse rezoning plan

A plan to increase density on a townhouse proposal on Kingfisher has many residents concerned and speaking out.

Secondary suite incentives approved in Kitimat

Layers of grants to homeowners to develop secondary suites are now available to add stock to Kitimat's rental market.

Kitimat councillor questions community need high density development

Kitimat is considering a zoning amendment for a Kildala-area housing complex that could allow for 217 units.

Kitimat knocks down wildfire, likely caused by campfire

Water tankers and helicopters were called in to handle a wildfire near Kitimat's downtown.

Process re-starts on zoning amendment of Kingfisher town houses in Kitimat

Kitimat Council has allowed the process to begin again to allow a zoning amendment for a town house construction proposal.