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Over 280 million trees planted in BC this year

Provincial My Kootenay Now Staff - December 30, 2024

This year has been big for the trees, as over 280 million were planted in BC. The BC Government says...

10-billionth tree for BC

Provincial My Kootenay Now Staff - April 16, 2024

British Columbia achieved a major landmark yesterday (Monday), with the planting of the ten-billionth tree since provincial reforestation efforts...

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Gym at Castlegar rec complex to close for a month

Regional District of Central Kootenay RDCK August 8, 2025

Roofing work on the Castlegar and District Recreation Complex will mean the closure of the gym for a month as well as some possible smelliness beforehand.

B.C. Greens say primary care report ‘a step forward’ but note rural gaps

Provincial August 8, 2025

The B.C. Greens say a new government report on the state of the primary care system is “a step forward,” but it highlights some gaps.

Kootenay unemployment rate 5.9 per cent in July

Business August 8, 2025

Statistics Canada says the unemployment rate in the Kootenays last month was the same as the provincial rate and lower than the national rate.

Kalesnikoff recognized for role in federal housing strategy

Business August 7, 2025

Kalesnikoff Mass Timber has been recognized by the federal government for its role in advancing Canada’s housing goals.

B.C. reports smaller-than-expected deficit for 2024, while taxpayer-supported debt nears $100B

Provincial August 7, 2025

British Columbia reported a smaller deficit than expected for the 2024-25 year, at $7.3 billion.

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