North Coast Community Notes 2020

Our items of note for the North Coast on community events, activities and other items of a newsworthy nature that don't fit into one of our specialized categories.

For items related to Municipal Government and development across the region, see our archive here. 


Community Notes for the North Coast 2020

December

December 31 -- ANBT Board to take a pass on 2021 All Native Basketball Tournament owing to COVID-19  NCR

December 30 -- Last call for Alcohol for 2020 comes at 8PM on Thursday, as new Public Health Order shutdown sales for thirteen hours NCR

December 30 -- Rupert light displays make for challenging decisions for Prince Rupert Special Events Society NCR

December 28 -- Full Day of Fishing delivers success for Blue Knuckle Derby organizers and participants NCR

December 23 -- Acropolis Manor Staffers salute the Prince Rupert area community for generosity NCR

December 23 -- No Polar Bears to be seen this year as Rotarians suspend plans for annual Polar Bear Swim NCR

December 23 -- Work commences on new location for Jehovah Witnesses Kingdom Hall  NCR

December 22 -- Blue Knuckles will highlight community spirit as annual Fishing Derby hits the water December 27th NCR

December 22 -- Prince Rupert's Holiday spirit shines through for North Coast Transition Society NCR

December 21 -- BC Achievement and Lt. Governor Janet Austin open nominations for the British Columbia Reconciliation Award NCR

December 21 -- Gitmaxmak'ay Nisga'a Society sets schedule for refills prior to Christmas NCR

December 21 -- More than Turkey will be roasting this Christmas, as Toastmasters introduce Christmas Talking in support of local organizations NCR

December 18 -- Prince Rupert Firefighters send some Christmas Cheer (and cash) to local organizations NCR

December 16 -- North Coast residents and businesses responding to Salvation Army Renovation campaign NCR

December 15 -- Lester Centre of the Arts looks to New Year to fill vacant General Manager's position NCR

December 11 -- Phone books aplenty this week NCR

December 9 -- City Hall entrance area makes for the guide to community efforts in Salvation Army renovation fundraising NCR

December 8 -- Royal Canadian Air Force's Snowbirds hope for Terrace visit for July of 2021  NCR

December 4 -- Salvation Army puts out call for Volunteers as Kettle Campaign moves through December  NCR

December 4 -- City of Prince Rupert outlines its operations plan for Holiday season  NCR

December 3 -- Prince Rupert Rotary to open the Gates to the Rotary Christmas Tree Forest this Saturday  NCR

December 3 -- Lights up around the city as Prince Rupert Special Events take to a pair of Winterfest themes  NCR

December 1 -- Prince Rupert educators and authors navigate pandemic with children's book 'The Lemon Tart'  NCR

December 1 -- Prince Rupert teachers continue to press for increased COVID safety in schools; announce plans for public rally December 10  NCR


November

November 26 -- Shop local the theme, Plaid the colour as Plaid Friday beckons Prince Rupert shoppers tomorrow NCR

November 26 -- North Coast Ecology Society seeks opinions towards new centre plans  NCR

November 26 -- Nomination Period now underway for Prince Rupert and District Chamber's Business Excellence Awards  NCR

November 25 -- Alert Received, now fill out the survey  NCR

November 25 -- Councillor Cunningham hails return of mammography services to Prince Rupert Hospital, outlines a new transportation initiative from Northern Health  NCR

November 20 -- Skeena Wild Film Festival offers some fascinating glimpses into the Northwest  NCR

November 20 -- Launch Day Scuttled ... new COVID restrictions means no In Store launch for Influenced: Stories from the Lockdown  NCR

November 18 -- Salvation Army's 2020 Kettle Campaign will be a bit different, including a virtual option  NCR

November 17 -- Passing of Gunther Golinia touches many in Prince Rupert; Go Fund Me page launched to help assist with operations  NCR
November 17 -- Launch Day beckons this Saturday, as Muskeg Press debuts Influenced  NCR

November 16 -- New Facebook page looks to engage community on discussion when it comes to affordable housing in Prince Rupert  NCR

November 13 -- City Council issues invitation to Ecotrust Canada for update on Community Garden plans NCR

November 13 -- Appy Birthday to the Sm'algyaxword App. popular local initiative continues to grow and spread the words of the Ts'msyen  NCR

November 12 -- Salvation Army joins Community Enhancement Grant listings, as Council outlines its distribution plans for 2021  NCR

November 11 -- Standing in Silent Tribute ... Cenotpah visited by Northwest residents through the afternoon  NCR

November 11 -- Remembrance Day 2020: A year for Observance from a distance  NCR

November 11 -- Lest we forget ... Stain on the flag

November 10 -- Remember them, but for 2020 do so from a safe social distance  NCR

November 9 -- Remembrance Day ceremonies affected by pandemic restrictions 

November 5 -- Thank you for your service ... now pay up will ya?  NCR

November 3 -- Prince Rupert RCMP and local youth look to willow weaving to build relationships  NCR

October

October 31 -- City of Prince Rupert/Northern Health issue Water Advisory, with a recommendation to BOIL WATER for a number of residents  NCR

October 31 -- Trifecta time ... Time Change, Halloween and a Full Moon bring October to an end  NCR

October 30 -- Some Nasty weather may be brewin' up for Prince Rupert's Trick or Treaters  NCR

October 29 -- Reflections from a Veteran

October 29 -- City of Prince Rupert issues Masks order for all Public Indoor Civic operated facilities  NCR

October 29 -- SD52 advises of confirmed case of COVID-19 at Prince Rupert elementary school NCR

October 29 -- BC CDC provides guide to new Social Gathering measures  NCR

October 29 -- October a busy month for volunteers of Oldfield Creek Hatchery  NCR

October 29 -- Lax Kw'alaams Band cautions its members over COVID reports in Prince Rupert  NCR

October 26 -- COVID presents challenges to Remembrance Day for Royal Canadian Legion this year  NCR

October 23 -- National poppy campaign restricted by COVID-19

October 23 -- Northern Savings Credit Union lends hand to regional Food Banks  NCR

October 23 -- Halloween Haunting with the Prince Rupert Library NCR

October 16 -- Local authors offer Sneak peek towards new Muskeg Press publication Influenced: Stories from the Lockdown  NCR

October 15 -- Prince Rupert Salvation Army sets Registration dates for annual Christmas Hamper program NCR

October 15 -- Advance polls open today, with a seven day window for early voting in Prince Rupert area NCR

October 14 -- British Columbians prepare for the 2020 Great Shake Out, with province wide earthquake drill set for Thursday  NCR

October 14 -- Prince George petition looks to honour Prince Rupert's Jim Terrion for his spectacular work in fundraising  NCR

October 13 -- Coast Mountain College seeks Elders and Knowledge Keepers in support of Indigenous students  NCR

October 9 -- Special School Deliveries planned in wake of cancellation of HalloweenFest for 2020  NCR

October 6 -- Thanksgiving advice from Doctor Bonnie Henry, Halloween Hints from the BC CDC  NCR

October 2 -- Back in Service for the community, Prince Rupert Library celebrates Library Month NCR

October 1 -- Prince Rupert Garden Club looking for helpful hands for Sunken Gardens winterizing this Saturday  NCR

October 1 -- COVID claims another community event, as Prince Rupert Rotary Cancel the 2020 Rotary Auction  NCR


September

September 30 -- Harbour Debris Society to host virtual AGM session on Friday  NCR

September 29 -- Return-It BC introduces new unified deposit for all refundable beverage containers  NCR

September 29 -- Rupert Lawn and Garden gains strong reaction for Pumpkin Patch plans  NCR

September 28 -- Saturday Food Drive hauls in over 5,300 pounds of goods  NCR

September 26 -- Sunshine greets Prince Rupert Harley Riders as 2020 Toy Run gets underway  NCR

September 24 -- Popular Toy Run ready to roar for Saturday, as Prince Rupert's Harley Riders take to the streets of the city  NCR

September 24 -- Demystifying Dementia the theme for upcoming online conversation NCR

September 18 -- Thursday was No Play Day at the Park, with Mariner's Playground closed for repairs  NCR

September 14 -- Civic Centre to reopen for user groups next week, Arena reopening set for October 3 NCR

September 14 -- Open Library means you can browse the shelves and borrow some books, as Prince Rupert Library reopens for patrons, but with special measures in place  NCR

September 14 -- Northern Savings is in step to help out Jim Terrion with Terry Fox Fundraising  NCR

September 10 -- With Earl Mah Aquatic Centre reservations now being taken, City of Prince Rupert Recreation Department takes note of Most Frequently Asked Questions  NCR

September 10 -- Chamber sings praises of Janet Song as new Interim Executive Director  NCR 

September 8 -- Food Security the topic for Thursday Zoom Session in Prince Rupert  NCR

September 4 -- New online journal looks to tell the stories of the Northwest  NCR

September 4 -- North Coast Innovation Lab shares update on recent projects and glimpses of what's ahead for ecotrust Canada in Prince Rupert  NCR

September 4 -- UNIFOR calls for reopening of casinos and gambling centres in British Columbia  NCR

September 2 -- Break free of isolation with"Quarantine Fest 2020"  NCR
September 2 -- Dancing Feet to land on your doorstep as CityWest makes Phonebook selection NCR
September 1 -- We Welcome September, even if it is starting off the same as a very, very wet August  NCR
 
August

August 31 -- Library resumes service to a fashion, with appointment only program in place  NCR

August 28 -- Strong competition marks the field for Muskeg Press Influence project  NCR

August 27 -- Racquet Sports enthusiasts enjoy new look at Racquets Centre thanks to $21,749 contribution from Port Community Investment fund  NCR

August 26 -- Whether on two fee or four, enjoy the Rushbrook Trail, just leave the bikes behind!  NCR

August 14 -- United Way of Northern BC distributes community supports to Prince Rupert Indigenous Housing Society  NCR

August 13 -- BC First Nations Justice Council opens Prince Rupert Indigenous Justice Centre  NCR

August 13 -- Retirement of Northern Health's Mary Wesley receives tribute from MLA Rice in Legislature  NCR

August 13 -- Vandalism of GLOW bench at Rushbrook brings disappointment and calls for affirmation of inclusivity from Councillor Mirau, Mayor Brain NCR

August 11 -- The Terrible Ten: ICBC data program identifies Prince Rupert's worst traffic intersections and other data  NCR

August 7 -- Province of British Columbia looks to honour outstanding British Columbians with Good Citizenship Award  NCR


July

July 27 -- CityWest to advise successful draw winners of their ticket to the movies this week  NCR
July 22 -- City of Prince Rupert pays tribute to community excellence with announcements of Civic Recognition Award recipients  NCR
July 15 -- Space running out for spots in Recreation Department Babysitting Course  NCR
July 13 -- Want to work on your Sm'algyax ... there's an app for that  NCR
July 3 -- Prince Rupert Library makeover continues  NCR
July 1 -- Happy Canada Day!  NCR

June

June 29 -- Virtual Seafest Parade brought some sunshine on a Rainy Rupert Day NCR
June 26 -- Prince Rupert's Virtual Seafest set for 11 AM broadcast tomorrow  NCR
June 26 -- Painting a pathway of inclusion in celebration of the month of Pride  NCR
June 22 -- City of Prince Rupert Summer Camps go ahead, registration now underway  NCR
June 20 -- An Online Celebration in 2020 for National Indigenous People's Day on Sunday  NCR
June 19 -- City issues annual call for new members for 75/50 Club  NCR
June 19 -- Gitmaxmak'ay Society issues call for drivers for today's Food Box program deliveries  NCR
June 18 -- North Coast Innovation Lab introduces Master's Students and program plans for summer of 2020  NCR
June 15 -- Skeena Valley Farmers Market hosts damp return to outdoor venue for 2020  NCR
June 13 -- Relay at Home Day in Prince Rupert  NCR
June 12 -- The Charles Hays Secondary Class of 2020 is ... virtually there!  NCR
June 11 -- Cow Bay Marina reopening plans revealed  NCR
June 9 -- One more summer festival goes on hiatus, as Terrace cancels Riverboat Days  NCR
June 2-- Book Bin reopening and Livestream make for part of Prince Rupert Library's restart plans  NCR


May 

May 26 -- City's Recreation Plans Ramp Up with a pair of Job Opportunities  NCR
May 25 -- Seafest to be a virtual event for 2020 NCR
May 22 -- Planting Party planned for Sunken Gardens this weekend  NCR
May 21 -- Show your support for Prince Rupert's Small Business ... get a chance to win the Sweepstakes  NCR
May 20 -- Chamber of Commerce Social Media making for the commercial services update listings  NCR
May 15 -- Prince Rupert's Kaien Road Recycling Depot returns to Regular Operations  NCR
May 14 -- As of Saturday, your Dogs can run free at their Park; Your Kids, not so much!  NCR
May 12 -- Diana Lake Provincial Park to open to public Friday  NCR
May 5 -- Chances COVID closure could roll some snake eyes for City of Prince Rupert and Community groups and organizations  NCR
May 4 -- With concerns of a rise in domestic violence during these times of COVID, reminders from North Coast Transition Society on the services available in Prince Rupert and area  NCR

April

April 30 -- Prince Rupert Gymnastics Association gains 250K through funding grant from NDIT  NCR
April 28 -- Festival cancellation list continues to grow in Northwest owing to COVID-19  NCR
April 28 -- SD52 delivers 'Bags of Goodness" as part of local food initiative  NCR
April 28 -- Two former Rupertites make the List! That as recipients of the BC Achievement Award are named  NCR
April 27 -- Recycling by Reservation ... New Regional District Policy continues on North Coast  NCR
April 24 -- Read A Good book lately? If not, the Prince Rupert Library may have a plan!  NCR
April 24 -- Northern BC Tourism set to launch Tourism Resiliency program across region NCR
April 23 -- Blue Ribbons in Prince Rupert for the RCMP and Blue Nose Province  NCR
April 23 -- After weekend shift, Prince Rupert's Homeless shelter now open at Fisherman's Hall NCR
April 22 -- Earth Day makes for a different kind of observance in these days of Physical Distancing  NCR
April 21-- Since you may have some time these days, take a trip back in time with the Prince Rupert Library NCR
April 20 -- Stay ashore the call from Royal Canadian marine Search and Rescue Station 64 in Prince Rupert  NCR
April 17 -- New initiative seeks to connect North Coast residents with reading during the times of COVID  NCR
April 17 -- Northern Health modifies the rules of engagement for their Prince Rupert Health Forum NCR
April 16 -- Showtime for BC today as Province showcases British Columbia talent  NCR
April 15 -- CityWest helps to stock the shelves of area food banks  NCR
April 15 -- Northern Health reinforces themes for Physical distancing  NCR
April 14 -- North Coast Transition Society shares concerns over public incidents at homeless shelter  NCR
April 14 -- Rainmakers Now expand their reach with new website access NCR
April 14 -- Easter Bunny Hops to it at the Prince Rupert Fire Hall NCR
April 14 -- Prince Rupert Performing Arts Centre Society launches search for New General Manager for the Lester Centre  NCR
April 9 -- Prince Rupert's Salmon Festival now among the list of the cancelled  NCR
April 9 -- Prince Rupert's Seafest and Canada Day celebrations the latest cancellations owing to COVID-19  NCR
April 9 -- Recent spike in criminal activity has CrimeStoppers reminding Prince Rupert residents of their reporting app  NCR
April 9 -- Prince Rupert Labour Council calls on City to take action on homelessness  NCR
April 8 -- Prince Rupert's Muskeg Press seeks contributors for Coronavirus Times Story Project  NCR
April 8 -- Province closes all Provincial Parks in latest COVID-19 response  NCR
April 7 -- Prince Rupert Ground Search and Rescue guidance for outdoor adventurers  NCR
April 6 -- Prince Rupert's popular Homecoming celebrations to be deferred for one year  NCR
April 6 -- Prince Rupert Labour Council to host Community Roundtable on People's Needs during COVID-19 health crisis  NCR
April 6 -- Prince Rupert Fire/Rescue sends full response ... for Sophia's Birthday!  NCR
April 3 -- Season Over for North Pacific Cannery Historical Site, as Port Edward Historical Society announces Closure for 2020  NCR
April 2 -- City of Prince Rupert asks that community offer up some support for local organizations; warns of online scammers seeking to take advantage of community fears  NCR

March

March 31 -- From the Coast Mountain College Collection to Northern Health  NCR
March 31 -- Prince Rupert Fire/Rescue to bring the party to the birthday boy/girl as part of contest  NCR
March 27 -- Coast Mountain College does inventory of materials for COVID-19  NCR
March 22 -- City of Prince Rupert closes playgrounds, Parks and SD52 play areas  NCR
March 20 -- British Columbia Court system set to suspend regular court operations NCR
March 20 -- Salvation Army to close Thrift Store, revises operations of Food Bank  NCR
March 11 -- Child Care Review points the way towards improving on options for Prince Rupert residents  NCR
March 10 -- Northern Health introduces new Social Media forum to explore Health related themes in Prince Rupert  NCR
March 9 -- Council to receive presentation on Child Care Survey findings tonight  NCR
March 6 -- 29th edition of Children's festival to launch tomorrow at Jim Ciccone Civic Centre  NCR
March 5 -- Prince Rupert Homecoming 2020 to feature art work and special guests  NCR


February

February 26 -- Pink Shirt Day across the city, province seeks to put an end to bullying  NCR
February 25 -- North Pacific Cannery Historical Site prepares for upcoming season with a call for employees  NCR
February 25 -- Author Rudy Kelly to bring book "All Native" to Library for reading on Thursday  NCR
February 21 -- Travel conditions remain good so far for those making trip for Hobiyee 2020  NCR
February 21 -- Rampage and River Kings ready to Rumble as CIHL playoffs continue tonight  NCR
February 20 -- City hosts Child care Action Plan Open House tonight at Lester Centre  NCR
February 20 -- Charles Hays set to host Senior Boys Basketball Zones this weekend  NCR
February 20 -- Prince Rupert's Chinese Community and their guests set for New Year's celebration Saturday  NCR
February 19 -- Gitlaxt'aamiks - New Aiyansh set to host 2020 Hobiyee celebrations NCR
February 18 -- Ocean Centre relocation for Cradles to Moccasins Family Centre  NCR
February 14 -- Books at hand, Rudy Kelly keeps the ink level topped up as "All Native" Book launch arrives  NCR
February 5 -- Plans continue to evolve for Prince Rupert Homecoming 2020  NCR

January

January 31 -- North Coast Health Improvement Society hits their Fundraising Mark  NCR
January 23 -- Literacy the focus for Library event on Saturday NCR
January 23 -- Prince Rupert's Online Crime Reporting program goes live NCR 
January 22 -- Prince Rupert's Sugar Shack set to celebrate 10th Anniversary  NCR
January 17 -- Curling Club meeting set to explore fundraising options for new ice plant for Seal Cove Curling facility  NCR
January 17 -- Muskeg Press prepares to launch new book from Rudy Kelly with the All Native Tournament as the setting  NCR
January 16 -- Information session for Commercial Fishermen on the North Coast to look at issue of lost and abandoned fishing gear  NCR
January 16 -- Deadline looming for 2020 nominations for BC Achievement Foundation Awards NCR
January 15 -- Prince Rupert's Third Avenue West Shelter revises hours in face of cold temperatures  NCR
January 15 -- Prince Rupert Golf Course to hold AGM this Sunday  NCR
January 15 -- City comes up with In House solution for Special Events Society relocation  NCR
January 15 -- Kraft Hockeyville 2020 applications now open across Canada NCR
January 14 -- Prince Rupert's rich labour history now featured as part of new Walking Tour App from BC Labour Heritage Centre NCR
January 14 -- Canadians ready to push for the Terry Fox Fiver  NCR
January 13 -- For the sledding fans of Prince Rupert ... Any Hill Will Do!  NCR
January 10 -- Everybody Salsa!  NCR
January 10 -- Terrace Travellers can take advantage of Winter Farmers Market  NCR
January 10 -- Ecotrust Canada and Coast Mountain College to introduce Community of Learning initiative on Saturday  NCR
January 8 -- By telling our stories, The Alzheimer Society looks to shake the stigma of dementia  NCR
January 7 -- The Wrassler's of the CWE are making their way to the Northwest this Spring  NCR
January 3 -- If you're a Lotto Max player, expect some lineups today as giant jackpot of 70 Million Dollars looms  NCR
January 3 -- Snowed in Comedy Tour opens Lester Centre year for 2020  NCR


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