CKPG News for October 27, 2026

PRINCE GEORGE — Here’s what made the news in Prince George and Northern B.C. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

• One day after leading the B.C. Conservatives to election victory, Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson says British Columbians have delivered a clear mandate for change and his incoming government is ready to get to work.
• Prince George RCMP are warning residents about an increase in fraudulent phone calls that appear to come from the detachment’s non-emergency phone number.
• According to UNBC Professor Peter Jackson, Prince George residents have seen a long-term drop in fine-particle pollution. However, he warns that more frequent wildfire smoke could reverse the progress made in reducing local pollution.
• MLA-Elect Rosalyn Bird says an inland port will be her number-one priority, with a Canadian Forces logistics base forming one part of her vision for Prince George.
• The Prince George Cougars are confident better days are ahead despite a slower-than-expected start to the Western Hockey League season.

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