Tag: Census

Immigrants make up 14.5% of Nelson’s population

News Greg Nesteroff -
Nelson is home to more immigrants than its neighbouring cities and immigrants also make up a higher percentage of...

Silverton perplexed over 2021 census figure

News Greg Nesteroff -
The mayor of Silverton says he can't understand the 2021 census results for his village, which showed a decline...

Chamber weighs in on Nelson’s 5.1% population growth

News Bill Kingston -
The head of the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce says the slow, sustainable growth of the city reflected...

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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Kootenay unemployment rate dips to 4.9% in September

Labour
The jobless rate in the Kootenays stood at 4.9 per cent in September, down from 5.8 per cent the previous month and six per cent a year earlier.

Blue eyed beauty ready for adoption at BC SPCA

Community
Meet Blue, our Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BC SPCA West Kootenay Branch, in Castlegar!

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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