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Book Review – They Call Me Fred…The Landlord by Fred Miller

An unlikely landlord reveals the good, the bad and the funny Veteran landlord Fred Miller releases book, “They Call Me Fred… The Landlord” VICTORIA  – In his book “They Call…

Why the bear had the last laugh

How much vitamin A are you taking? Not sure? If so, it’s prudent to know more about this important vitamin. A report from Tuft’s University shows that those who take…

Nexen received $821 million for shale gas venture with INPEX

CALGARY – Nexen Inc. reported third quarter operating and financial results and provided an update on strategic priorities. Cash flow from operations decreased to $560 million from $707 million in…

Is the shale gas “miracle” over-hyped?

“Shale gas will only last 10 years, and not the 100 years that many predict,” Powers says.   In his upcoming book “Cold, Hungry and in the Dark: Exploding the…

Job Fair held in Fort St John

FORT ST. JOHN – On Friday, November 9th, as part of the BC Jobs Plan, a Job Fair took place in Fort St. John at the North Peace Cultural Centre.…

Rig contractors highlight national face of the industry

One active drilling rig draws support from 135 jobs. 75 of these jobs are in oil and gas occupations, but the remaining 40 are in hospitality services. In October, Members…

Fort Nelson First Nation opposes long-term water licences for shale gas

  Vancouver – Fort Nelson First Nation of northeast BC has worked with the natural gas industry and government to provide economic opportunities for it members and the entire province…

Remembrance Day Special Section.

Remembrance Day Special Section.

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Jeff makes his mark

Jeff makes his mark

  Jeff Rodriguez decided to do something to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer research.  November is Prostate Cancer Awareness month. According to Stats Canada the incidence of prostate…

‘Tis the season for holiday scams

VICTORIA – As the holiday season approaches, a time when people are typically feeling more generous, you may find that you’re getting more requests to donate to charities. And while…