By Sam Bennison

PG Citizen

Former City Councillor turns a new page on local newspaper

Feb 1, 2024 | 11:32 AM

PRINCE GEORGE—Former City Councillor (2008-2014) and owner of Great White Toys, Comics, and Games, Cameron Stolz announced today his purchase of the Prince George Citizen newspaper from Glacier Media.

“The Prince George Citizen has been an institution in our community since 1916,” said Stolz. “It’s an incredible honour to continue forward the tradition of ensuring the stories of our city and region are being told.”

Amid recent closures of local newspaper in Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, and Kamloops, Stolz, looks to safeguard the 108 year old newspaper against the same risk.

“The role of a local newspaper extends far beyond reporting news. It’s about building community, holding power to account, and telling the important stories,” continued Stolz. “I’m proud of Prince George’s history as a place built by business and industry – going forward, the Citizen’s editorial perspective will reflect that legacy and those values.”

Stolz says he is committed to investing in the long term future of the Citizen, noting that the paper is almost as old as the city itself and that it’s important that its future is in the hands of those who understand and value the community.

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“This is about ensuring that local media continues, and stays local,” concluded Stolz. “The staff and writers at the Citizen have done incredible work in a challenging media environment. I want to make sure that work is able to continue.”

Stolz has indicated that all current staff will have the opportunity to continue forward in their roles at the paper.

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Email: sam.bennison@pattisonmedia.com