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Locals lend support to Wet’suwet’en

March 13, 2020 The Goat

By Andru McCracken Progress appears to be being made on an indigenous rights and title dispute near Houston, BC that has paralyzed rail networks across the country. Wet’suwet’en Hereditary Chief Woos, Scott Fraser, B.C.’s Minister […]

Local Women in Business Sustainability

March 12, 2020 The Goat

By Jenn Meagher Women entrepreneurs are on the rise. As women are often the primary caregivers and do the majority of household shopping, there’s an excellent opportunity for sustainably-minded business models to emerge. Here in […]

Five arrested, Minister roasted for meeting with peaceful Wet’suwet’en protesters

March 11, 2020 The Goat

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter VICTORIA – Hours after five people were arrested and removed from the B.C. Legislature, Indigenous Relations Minister Scott Fraser was barbequed by Opposition members for allowing protesters into […]

McBride may get boost in search for wood waste

March 10, 2020 The Goat

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter McBride’s pursuit of a black pellet biofuels plant may get a boost from the B.C. government. Boreal Bioenergy has proposed to build a plant in McBride, said McBride […]

Just another day in British Columbia, says Premier

March 10, 2020 The Goat

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter VICTORIA – Premier John Horgan called for calm in the Legislature as Opposition members chastised the government for its handling of Indigenous Relations, including the protesters and blockades […]

Valemount woodstove exchange targets cleaner options

March 9, 2020 The Goat

By Laura Keil The Village of Valemount is running a wood stove exchange grant program this year, which means you could replace an old polluting heating system with a cleaner one for less money. The […]

Important to stay calm in light of COVID-19: BC Health Minister

March 8, 2020 The Goat

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The best approach to stay healthy in the face of COVID-19 is to be careful but calm, said B.C. Health Minister Adrian Dix. “I think we have to […]

Old-growth stakeholders vie for jobs; Donaldson awaits review

March 8, 2020 The Goat

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Amid calls to protect jobs and old-growth ecosystems, Forests Minister Doug Donaldson leaned away from any drastic harvesting changes that would negatively affect forestry jobs, reserving judgement until […]

Dunster’s Seedy Saturday topics include biochar, tree tapping

March 7, 2020 The Goat

By Jean Ann Berkenpas On Saturday February 29, the Open Gate Community Garden hosted their 7th annual Seedy Saturday at the Dunster School. The day was all about sharing knowledge about gardening and food, inspiring […]

Valemount Council: housing report, CAO covenant, zoning bylaw changes

March 7, 2020 The Goat

By Andru McCracken Valemount’s regular council meeting was a short one. Present were Mayor Owen Torgerson, councillors Hollie Blanchette, Sheri Gee and Pete Pearson. McBride Council invited Valemount’s council to dinner, and council accepted. “It’s […]

Goat Tracks from Victoria: Drop-in at the Wet’suwet’en protest

March 6, 2020 The Goat

By Fran Yanor, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Supporters of the Indigenous Youth for Wet’suwet’en protest at the B.C. Legislature last week cheered as speakers railed against what they termed colonial governments and systemic racism. The […]