Tag: K’ómoks First Nation

K’ómoks treaty reaches key milestone as B.C. introduces implementation bill

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British Columbia has tabled legislation to implement a treaty with K’ómoks First Nation, marking a major milestone in a process that began more than 30 years ago.

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CAF provides update on recovery of injured Wainwright personnel

National
Fourteen Canadian Armed Forces members injured in the Oct. 17 fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright have been released from hospital, while 25 remain hospitalized.

Kootenay unemployment rate hit 18-month low in October

Labour
Statistics Canada says the rate stood at 4.1 per cent in October, down from 4.9 per cent the previous month, and down from 6.3 cent in October 2025.

Castlegar mayor relieved Mercer Celgar to keep operating

Business
Castlegar's mayor says he's relieved the local pulp mill will continue to operate as normal, despite the company that owns the business filing for US bankruptcy protection.

Federal budget proposes grocery benefit top-up, projects $62.3-billion deficit

National
Millions of Canadians could receive another one-time grocery benefit payment early next year under a federal budget that projects a $62.3-billion deficit in 2026-27.

Fruitvale pharmacy warns of phone scam

Crime
Fruitvale Pharmacy IDA says it has had several reports of man named Barry calling from IDA and claiming to have medications ready for delivery.
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