In 2023, a United Nations Report documented that, around the world, 9 out of 10 people still hold biases against women. The undervaluing of women's work and capabilities continues to hold back society's progress towards gender equity. Inspiring Women Among Us (IWAU) works to change that perception by showcasing amazing...

More than a place to find your next great read, public libraries promote cultural awareness, engage the community, provide educational programs, support freedom of expression, and much more. The Prince George Public Library (PGPL) is a vibrant space where the community comes together to read, connect, and share. If you...

PRINCE GEORGE- This weekend Cosplayers and fans from all over Northern B.C. are attending Northern FanCon 2021 at the CN Centre.The famous event that was canceled back in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic is back up and running. With music, video game tournaments, costume contests, merchandise, live shows, special gues...

The pandemic has been hard on everyone. People have been feeling isolated and scared, and depression and anxiety have become overwhelming for many. Far too many people are struggling, or just not feeling as good as they once did, and the pandemic has been making it harder for them to get the help and support that they ...

Despite the threat that the COVID-19 virus poses to all British Columbians, the number of "vaccine hesitant" people continue to rise. Misinformation and the resulting erosion of trust in public health institutions is to blame. That's why the BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) decided to launch a campaign to...

Northern ICE Sports is pleased to announce the first private ice facility in Prince George. They are situating a 2/3 size ice rink within the Prince George Golf and Curling club, which will provide access to an amazing multi-sport facility that includes curling, golf, climbing and now rink sports. Further, the club has...

Remember Together: A CKPG News special presentation to help honour our veterans. Includes coverage from the cenotaph, speeches from local dignitaries, a reading of In Flander's Fields, a moment of silence and more. (Originally aired on CKPG-TV Wednesday November 11, 2020)

On Remembrance Day, CKPG News took an in depth look at the Royal Canadian Legion and it's humble beginnings in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As well, we see the Legion has helped hundreds of thousands of veterans, and where the Legion is today. (Originally aired on CKPG-TV Wednesday November 11, 2020)

Feeling the November blahs? Wishing you could re-energize yourself AND contribute to society? Looking to connect with folks interested in leadership, and gender? Come and join Inspiring Women Among Us (IWAU), a made-in-Prince-George organization, for an exciting week of FREE events during Nov. 18th-25th. ALL GENDERS ...

In 2020, Tourism Prince George launched a new brand that highlights the unique attributes of Prince George. Our new brand is in alignment with Destination Canada's new brand "Glowing Hearts", and Destination BC's "Wild at Heart" and "Northern Wild" brands: playing on the strengths of immen...

PRINCE GEORGE -- Update: An Evacuation Alert was issued by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako for Wildfire G40119 on April 21 at 3:30 p.m.According to the BC Wildfire Service, the fire has grown to 25 hectares in size and is located 750 metres west of Endako."BC Wildfire Service personnel are currently worki...

The No. 1-seed Prince George Cougars have begun preparations for the No. 2 seed Portland Winterhawks in what promises to be a tense Western Conference final showdown in the WHL. The conference behemoths split the regular-season series, with each club winning two games. The Cats outscored the Winterhawks 11-8, including...

PRINCE GEORGE - For the first time in our province's history, a street closure related to cannabis was held right here in Prince George. The BC Craft Farmers Cannabis Summit is in our community to discuss the future of cannabis and cannabis tourism, and to celebrate both 420 and the Cannabis Summit George street was cl...

PRINCE GEORGE - 18 year old Westside Academy student Antonia Tannert Von Baer is this year's Royal Canadian Legion National Youth Remembrance Contest. Among tens of thousands of submissions featuring essays, poems, artwork, and more, her essay titled "A Day for Reflection on the Past, Present, and Future" has...

PRINCE GEORGE -- Local senior Marlene Hardstaff is encouraging more folks of her vintage to help clean the streets of Prince George.The annual spring cleanup event in the city will take place on Sunday (April 21) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m."Oftentimes, people who are older just sit and don't do anything because they th...

PRINCE GEORGE -- Zac Funk tallied his first post-season hat-trick to help his Prince George Cougars reach the Western Conference final for the fourth time in club history. The Cats doubled the Kelowna Rockets 6-3 in front of a sellout crowd of 6,014 on Friday (April 19) at CN Centre to clinch a 4-1 victory in the best-...

A massive $40 billion dollar project is underway to export LNG from Dawson Creek through Kitimat to Asian markets. For "Along the Line," CKPG News traveled to Kitimat and points between talking to those impacted by the build. (Originally aired on CKPG-TV May 20, 2019)

PRINCE GEORGE - What does riding a bike have to do with mental health? Well, a lot actually. It invokes a lot of ways to improve our own mental health, things most of us already know but take for granted: It gets you physically active and outside, you can soak up some vitamin D from the sun, and it can get you away ...

PRINCE GEORGE-The weather is warming up and that means it's just about time for the Huble Homestead opening weekend!The Homestead opens for the season tomorrow, May 18 but the days you won't want to miss are from the 19th-20th for their Spring on the Homestead event! View this post on Instagram Slowly but surely #sprin...

PRINCE GEORGE-Over 400 students from School District 57's Van Bien and Westwood elementary schools will be taking the advice we were given as kids and will be listening and spending time with elders as part of the Elders Outdoor Education Camp May 16th and 17th."This event supports the School District No. 57 Strat...

The World Para Nordic Skiing Championships are held every two years after the Paralympic Winter Games and represent the pinnacle of achievement for Para Nordic athletes. These athletes, men and women, who are grouped into three classes for competition (sitting, standing, and visually impaired) will compete in four cros...

UNBC is hosting Inspiring Women Among Us… A series of events to celebrate women’s contributions to society and discuss how we can support and listen to our female colleagues, friends and family. IWAU hosts a variety of events that are FREE, inclusive, educational, and accessible. IWAU is for ALL genders! ...

One kid with cancer, is one too many! On December 15, 2009, Wren was 23 months old and diagnosed with cancer at the Smithers hospital - she was immediately flown to Vancouver. A few days later, the pediatric oncologists determined that she had stage 4 neuroblastoma, a large tumour on her left adrenal gland, and cancer...

The Friends of Pine Valley was formed in 2005 with representation from user groups to help save Pine Valley from being sold for commercial development. As part of their ongoing support for the retention of the course, the Friends of Pine Valley have made presentations to city council, administration and consultants, pl...

Park House, a new condominium community for downtown Prince George, will bring modern home design with quality finishes and enhanced amenities never seen before in the downtown neighbourhood. At Park House, residents will not only enjoy contemporary, open-concept one- and two-bedroom condos, they'll also have access to...

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) has been on the frontlines of mental health in Canada for 100 years. Their mission is to promote mental health for all and offer support and recovery for those struggling with mental illness. The CMHA specializes in advocacy, education, research and service with a focus on ...

In late 1957 George Creuzot, Tom Wright, Bill Robertson, and Dick Foxcroft met to discuss the advantages of having an organization to represent both the builders, and the trades. After much discussion and deliberation The Prince George Contractor's Association was formed on February 14, 1958 with Creuzot serving as its...

For more than 53 years, Rolling Mix Concrete has been a business that understands the value of family and community. It all started in 1963 by "Rolling" Joe Paolucci. Joe began with just 2 cement mixers, a strong knowledge of concrete, and a handful of loyal customers. Fresh out of high school in 1986, Joe's ...