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Annual Salvation Army Kettle Campaign well underway for another year

'Taking a paws' as the semester winds down at UNBC

Meet the Omineca Arts Centre's December Artist in Residence

CKPG Today for December 5, 2025

On today's show, we chat with the December Artist in Residence at Omineca Arts Centre, Ava Carrier. Plus, we stop by a stressbuster event at UNBC put on by the Jack.org club and Pawsitive Horizons. And we check in on the annual Salvation Army Kettle Campaign.

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CKPG Today for December 4, 2025

On today's show we check out the new parkade now open at UHNBC, and put it to the test timing how long it takes to drive from the entrance to the top. Plus we share all the details of Olde-fashioned Christmas happening at Barkerville on December 13 and 14.

Dec 04, 2025

CKPG Today for December 3, 2025

On today's show we chat with counsellor Christina Bianchini about Elevate 2026, a one-day workshop designed to boost personal connection and empowerment. Plus we visit the Coast Prince George Hotel for a taste of the new holiday drink menu at Winston's Resto-Bar. And we chat with one of the performers from Cirque Music...

Dec 03, 2025

CKPG Today Fun Stuff

More than just a big piece of concrete: UHNBC's new parkade is open

The new parkade at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia has been open to hospital staff and the public for a couple of weeks now, and it's already starting to ease the parking headaches at the hospital. In late November, Just before the parkade opened, we were invited to check out all seven floors and 4...

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Your guide to the 2025 Festival of Trees

The red carpet has been rolled out at the CN Centre for the 2025 Festival of Trees and a special Whoville theme this year on from November 26 until November 30. As you can see the move has allowed more space for displays, vendors, and the kids zone with plenty of bits in between. Take a walk around and find out where t...

CKPG Today Fun Stuff

Discover the science behind the northern lights and how experts predict when they'll appear

When you live in northern British Columbia, the odds are good you've had the chance to witness one of mother natures greatest spectacles, the iconic aurora borealis or as you may know them, the northern lights. Learn more about the science of this iconic display in the sky with Dr. Erik Jensen, the Chair of the Departm...

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Annual Salvation Army Kettle Campaign well underway for another year

The annual Salvation Army Kettle Campaign is underway once again! The century-old tradition's goal remains the same: to raise funds to support those in need in our community. In particular, this year, funds will support the creation of a new community kitchen. We caught up with Roy Law and the team from Sussex Insuranc...

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'Taking a paws' as the semester winds down at UNBC

December can be a stressful time of year for students with final exams looming. That's where the UNBC Jack.org club comes in with the Take a Paws event. The club's mandate is to raise awareness around mental health and put on events to get students talking about mental health and reduce stress on campus. The club broug...

Meet the Omineca Arts Centre's December Artist in Residence

Ava Carrier is the December Artist in Residence at the Omineca Arts Centre. Her oil paintings will be on display throughout the month. Ava stopped by our studio to chat more about what inspires her art.

CKPG Today Events

Celebrate Christmas the olde-fashioned way at Barkerville

The folks down at Barkerville are getting the town decked out and ready to celebrate Christmas and the holiday season the olde-fashioned way! Olde-fashioned Christmas takes place on December 13 and 14, 2025 between 9:30 am and 5:00 pm. Visitors can take in a variety of activities including a town tour, caroling, and Ch...

CKPG Today Events

Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland ready to wow the crowd

Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland stops at the CN Centre on December 4! The show is packed with acrobatics, aerial performances, and more, all with a good dose of holiday circus magic. Tickets are still available at Tickets North or the CN Centre box office.

CKPG Today Entertainment

Celebrate a 'Coming of Age' with the Prince George Symphony Orchestra

The Prince George Symphony is set to play three Romantic masterpieces, in three stages of life. Fauré's whimsical Dolly Suite (childhood), Mendelssohn's fiery Violin Concerto (youth, with our Young Artist winner), and Dvořák's lush Sixth Symphony (maturity). Music that grows with you. Check it out Novemb...

CKPG Today Baking

Kick off the holiday baking season with some cookie tips from Just Sugar Cookies

It's December 1st, and that means we can officially say it, Christmas is coming! With that comes an assortment of holiday baking, including a mountain of cookies. We enlisted the help of Mia, owner of Just Sugar Cookies, to give us some tips and tricks to baking and decorating sugar cookies. If you still need some help...

CKPG Today Food

Cooking up Cafe Europa theme at CNC's Kodiaks Restaurant

The Kodiaks Restaurant is back at the College of New Caledonia featuring dishes from pro cook students in a special 'Cafe Europa' theme! Step inside the kitchen, meet some of the city's future chefs, and find out how customers inside the restaurant were enjoying their meals!

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Preparing for the holiday season at the Coast Prince George Hotel by APA

The holidays are right around the corner and that may have you dreading cooking turkey yourself. Fear not, the Coast Prince George Hotel by APA has arrived with an opportunity for you, turkey on the go returns for 2025. Place your orders by calling the hotel direct at 250-563-0121.

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Check out the 2025 Spruce Kings Show Home

This years edition of the Prince George Spruce Kings Show Home Lottery is absolutely stunning featuring a giant garage, spacious bedrooms, detailed bathrooms, and a beautiful kitchen. Step inside the home located in the Aberdeen Glen Subdivision at 2922 Links Drive with Spruce Kings forward Marcus Lougheed. This fully ...

CKPG Today Home

Home Improvement: Learn all about windows with All-West Glass

There are hundreds of shapes and sizes when it comes to windows so there's a lot to learn but they are an important part of your home or business. Having efficient windows can heavily impact how much you pay to heat your home, meaning yes having good windows can in a way pay for themselves. We talk about all of the imp...

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Northern BC's winter home prep checklist you didn't know you needed

Have you cleaned your gutters yet? What about checked on your chimney and fireplace? There are plenty of easy things to forget that could lead to a bigger problem down the road when it comes to surviving a winter as a homeowner in Northern BC. We dive into the details on this edition of Welcome Home in partnership with...

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Discover personal fulfilment at Elevate 2026

Kick off the new year with a new perspective of yourself! Elevate 2026 is a one-day course designed to foster connection and empowerment that will leave you feeling energized and fulfilled. Registered professional counsellor Christina Bianchini will lead the workshop to unlock authentic connections within yourself, oth...

CKPG Today Relaxation

Find your inner zen at Isola Traditional Asian Spa

Today we're visiting Isola Traditional Asian Spa to check out how they are using various Asian massage techniques, from a variety of countries and practices, to bring a sense of calm and inner peace to Prince George residents. To learn more about their offerings and to book your session, check out their Facebook page.

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Step into a cardio drumming class at the Spruce Capital Seniors Centre

If you haven't heard, cardio drumming is how folks are staying in shape and having fun while they're doing it these days, at least that's what the group who calls themselves cupcakes will tell you! Step into a cardio drumming class at the Spruce Capital Seniors Centre, part of the offerings in the City of Prince George...

CKPG Today Baking

Kick off the holiday baking season with some cookie tips from Just Sugar Cookies

It's December 1st, and that means we can officially say it, Christmas is coming! With that comes an assortment of holiday baking, including a mountain of cookies. We enlisted the help of Mia, owner of Just Sugar Cookies, to give us some tips and tricks to baking and decorating sugar cookies. If you still need some help...

CKPG Today Lifestyle

Declutter your life with these simple organizing tips

Do you find yourself stuck in a cluttered mess? Look to these easy and simple tips to start your decluttering with Marilyn from Declutter Bug Co. on the show!

CKPG Today Health

Learn natural cold remedies with North Waters Wildcraft

It's that time of year when it seems everyone it coming down with a cold! We give you some natural remedies you can use to possibly help speed up your recovery, or even possibly prevent illness in the first place!

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Spring into fashion at Simply Beautiful Boutique and Walk Rite Shoes!

Spring is here and it's time to update your wardrobe! Step into Simply Beautiful Boutique for a look at some of their spring collection featuring flowy dresses and fun jumpsuits. Plus Walk Rite Shoes shows off some fun footwear to match your new outfit!

CKPG Today Beauty

Learn how to make your curls work for you with The Current Hair Salon & Academy

Embrace your curls in the latest trendy hairstyles this fall! It's definitely easier said than done, so find out what it takes to do that with The Current Hair Salon and Academy downtown Prince George on the show!

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Behind the scenes with Hometown Prints

There's a lot that goes into making a t-shirt including specific drawings and attention to detail. We go behind the scenes to show off a bit of the process with Hometown Prints located downtown Prince George.

CKPG Today Business

Calling all investors! The Northern Angel Summit is looking for you!

The Northern Angel Summit has recently been developed to gather a network of angel investors willing to support and develop local entrepreneurs and their business ideas. Mary Mytting stopped by to tell us more about this exciting opportunity! Learn more about the Northern Angel Summit here.

CKPG Today Business

Celebrating Chamber of Commerce Week

February 10-14, 2025 is Chamber of Commerce week in British Columbia! Neil from the Prince George Chamber stopped by to tell us more about the important work the chamber does for small business, and why shopping local matters.

CKPG Today Money Matters

Busting tax myths with Integris Credit Union

Tax season is upon us which comes with plenty of unique questions. We break it all down with David Gulko from Integris Credit Union on the show on this edition of Money Matters.