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Fernie Chamber Covid-19 Update
The reality of this new way of life is gradually starting to settle in and I note BC Health Minister Adrian Dix’s comment yesterday that, “there’s zero chance BC’s orders (regarding physical distancing) will be varied in April.”
Your Guide to Essential Services
The B.C. government has released an detailed list of businesses that it has defined as “essential service” during COVID-19. In […]
Fernie Chamber Update on Business Relief
The COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed many of our realities that we were operating in only two weeks ago. It […]
BC provides Covid-19 Guidance to Mining
New rules for mines were released yesterday by the B.C. government and Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer (PHO), as challenges caused by novel coronavirus continue to shift
BC Covod-19 Action Plan
British Columbians affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will benefit from $5 billion in income supports, tax relief and direct funding […]
Columbia Basin Trust Community Engagement Postponed
In response to COVID-19, Columbia Basin Trust is postponing the public engagement process to renew its strategic plan, including community […]
RDEK Public Hearings, Community Meetings Postponed While Board Meeting Will Proceed with Teleconference
This is not just about protecting ourselves and our communities, it’s about protecting our health care system so it is available for those who need it most,” says RDEK Board Chair Rob Gay.
Fernie Chamber of Commerce COVID-19 Statement
The Fernie Chamber of Commerce statement addresses the economic impacts currently facing the local business community and what this crisis […]
Deadly Waters: Trout Population Collapse below Teck Mines
Everything has a breaking point. The trout population of the upper Fording River, who have long suffered toxic water pollution […]
We are lucky to live here
I took a stroll along the river this evening. After days of self-isolation (the natural state for a writer), I […]
RDEK Remains Open for Business as Offices, Facilities Close to Public Access
As the importance of social distancing continues to be stressed by Provincial and Federal health authorities, the Regional District of […]








