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New flight approach to Trail airport to be tested

Airport My Kootenay Now - October 1, 2026

A consultant has finished designing a new straight-in approach at the Trail Regional Airport. It comes after a previous approach was no longer authorized due to new Transport Canada rules.

Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on Kootenay highways

Transit My Kootenay Now - September 30, 2026

Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on designated Kootenay highways as colder overnight temperatures return to the region.

Pacific Coastal airlines launches partnership with Air Canada

Airport My Kootenay Now - September 23, 2026

Pacific Coastal Airlines says customers will be able to book itineraries combining Pacific Coastal and Air Canada flights on a single ticket.

Harbour Air to acquire Pacific Coastal Airlines

Airport My Kootenay Now - September 15, 2026

The airline that serves the Trail Regional Airport is set to be acquired by another company.

Unions estimate BC Ferries’ China deal cost Canadian economy $1.5B

Transit Emily Joveski - September 11, 2026

A new report estimates building four BC Ferries vessels in China could cost Canada $1.5 billion in lost economic activity.

Construction poised to start on downtown Trail transit exchange

Transit My Kootenay Now - September 11, 2026

A local company, Simm Excavating, has been awarded the contract and is planning to mobilize between Sept. 14 and 21, depending on co-ordination with BC Transit operations.

Kootenay drivers urged to plan ahead for busy long weekend

Transit My Kootenay Now - September 4, 2026

Kootenay drivers are being urged to plan ahead before hitting the highway for the final long weekend of summer.

B.C. unions renew call to bring ferry construction home amid Canada-U.S. trade war

Transit Emily Joveski - August 31, 2026

A coalition of marine industry unions is calling on B.C. Ferries to ensure future ferries are built in the province following the recent breakdown in trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S.

Castlegar extends airport maintenance contract

Airport Greg Nesteroff - August 15, 2026

Dexterra Integrated Facilities Management has held the contract since 2021, which is due to expire on Oct. 31. The 18-month extension is worth $1 million.