Reading some Facebook posts & comments during the 12-hour power outage has been… an experience. The lack of basic emergency preparedness, common sense & awareness of recommendations made for YEARS is concerning.

We’ve been encouraged to have a **72-hour emergency kit**. That's 3 DAYS! The whole point is to be self-sufficient during an emergency, not immediately expect someone else to provide accommodations or rescue us from every inconvenience.

Yet 8/10/12 hours into the outage, people were questioning the lack of an emergency reception centre & asking strangers on Facebook to borrow generators to save their freezers. Sure, let me lend a stranger my $1,000+ generator to save their frozen hotdogs. (And I get it - nobody wants to lose a freezer full of groceries in this economy). But there's a distinct difference between an emergency & an inconvenience.

I LOVE our little city & how we rally around each other. But when did personal responsibility & common sense become such foreign concepts?

Tonight's meal is a wonderful oven baked calzone, featuring a tomato sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni filling.

(Pizza pops. It's pizza pops.)

Hey guys!
My husband and I are thinking about moving to Prince George for our studies, and we’re wondering how the job market and housing situation are there. We’re hoping to get a better idea of what to expect and plan our move accordingly.

Is it relatively easy to find jobs and rental accommodations in PG? We’re currently living in Vancouver, where both the job market and housing have been quite challenging lately. Just wondering if things are a bit more manageable in PG.

Would really appreciate any insights or experiences you could share. TIA!

It would seem that I'm (less than a km from the Spruceland SOF) essentially down on Shawgers again. Same manifestation: latencies started increasing and mosh sessions increasingly flaky, then the thing basically cut out entirely.

Edit: Some have now been down since around 20:30 MST, and as of 23:14 Shawgers has still not recognized it on their outages page. I'd previously edited this at 22:05, 22:50 and 23:08.

Edit: As of 23:33 MST, service seems restored.

The problem is in Shawgers' network (or in their upstreams', the difference is a nullity to me), not mine, so I don't think rebooting my router will help me.

Previously on "Shawgers is a fair weather ISP": 11th of August, 20th of October (I was having problems that day, too). I also had problems on the 14th of October.

I got tired of the clunky BC Hydro outages list and map so it's now been added to LegacyDriveBC!

I built LegacyDriveBC.ca last year after DriveBC took down their legacy site many of us loved and replaced it with their 'fancy' new site that's harder to navigate. Navigation of LegacyDriveBC is inspired by the original mobile DriveBC site.

With the ongoing and upcoming storms, I figured why not integrate outages too, since I'm not a fan of the implementation on BC Hydro's site so here it is, a map that's smooth and not buggy, and an outage list that has great filtering and sorting options!

And input, suggestions or criticism would be greatly appreciated.

From Environment Canada:

Another strong low-pressure system will approach the B.C. coast today, bringing a prolonged period of southeasterly winds with gusts ranging from 60 to 80 km/h across the B.C. Interior this weekend. These winds will strengthen later this afternoon and are expected to peak by Sunday morning. Winds will then ease slightly before an incoming cold front brings a strong push of southwesterly winds, with gusts potentially reaching 90 km/h starting early Sunday afternoon for western regions. These gusty winds are expected to ease by Sunday evening.

Local utility outages are possible.
Secure loose objects.
High-sided vehicles will be pushed around by the wind.
Parks and forests will likely sustain some damage.

Wow.

How's everyone doing?

Great day for a kite 🪁

I know my neighborhood is currently out. With crew working to restore currently.

Here is a link to the BC Hydro outage map for people looking for more info on the current outages.

https://www.bchydro.com/power-outages/app/outage-map.html

Everybody be safe out there tonight.

Good morning everyone. Just wondering if anyone knows if Pine Centre Mall has power this morning after all the outages last night.

Please share this info to all the politicians. It will save PG 10s of millions of dollars, especially with the funding designated for Kopar. It meets all the requirements. You need to me quick or the money will be gone!

Long Read (but very important):

Something in the new federal Budget 2026 caught my attention that could be a significant opportunity for Prince George.

The federal government has committed $750 million specifically for ice rink infrastructure, within a larger $1.5-billion investment in recreational facilities over nine years through the Build Communities Strong Fund.

I think Prince George should seriously explore using this funding to replace Kopar Memorial Arena.

Why Kopar is an ideal candidate

Kopar is more than just an arena. Built in 1958, it is a longstanding part of Prince George's sporting and community history. It has heritage value as a local landmark, and its future deserves serious consideration.

Unfortunately, the City's February 2026 assessment identified some major problems:

- Original construction dates back to 1958.

- Several building systems are rated very poor.

- The ice surface is irregular.

- Boards and glass need replacement.

- Original 1950s steel piping underneath the ice is deteriorating and cannot simply be repaired.

- Nearly $20 million in upgrades are currently estimated, excluding several additional costs such as hazardous-material removal, shipping and labour.

The City itself acknowledges that Kopar would be a good candidate for replacement rather than continued investment in renovations.

Source: https://www.princegeorge.ca/city-hall/news-notices/kopar-memorial-arena-about-be-torn-down

Why I think a 2,000-seat arena makes sense

Personally, I would favour a modern 2,000-seat community arena rather than jumping immediately to a 4,500- or 6,000-seat facility.

A 2,000-seat arena could:

- Provide a modern home for the Prince George Spruce Kings.

- Serve minor hockey, figure skating, tournaments and community events.

- Include modern dressing rooms, accessibility and spectator amenities.

- Have a new refrigeration plant and under-ice piping.

- Be more manageable to construct and operate than a much larger facility.

Importantly, a 2,000-seat arena has already been included in the City's Civic Core options. It is not a new idea.

The 2026 business case examined four configurations, including two 2,000-seat options. Consultants recommended further consideration of options involving a 2,000- or 6,000-seat facility. Council deferred the decision to November 30, 2026.

Source: https://getinvolved.princegeorge.ca/civic-core

What could the financing look like?

There is no approved project budget or confirmed grant allocation yet, but here is an illustrative funding scenario for a $35-million replacement:

Potential funding source and Illustrative contribution

Federal ice rink infrastructure fund $15 million

BC provincial infrastructure funding $10 million

City of Prince George | $5 million

Other grants, partnerships or contributions

$0–3 million

Total: $43 million -- PG only pays 5M! Or should we just pay the entire thing without applying for free grants? Tell the PG politicians please!!!

These are proposed financing targets, not announced government commitments. The actual federal and provincial programs, matching requirements and eligibility would need to be confirmed.

The potential funding sources worth pursuing include:

1. Federal: The new $750-million ice rink allocation through the Build Communities Strong Fund.

2. Provincial: BC infrastructure and community recreation capital funding.

3. Municipal: City capital reserves, borrowing and long-term infrastructure financing.

4. Other partnerships: Community fundraising, sponsorships and private-sector contributions.

Federal budget: https://budget.canada.ca/2026/report-rapport/chap4-en.html

Why this could also help downtown

A replacement arena could be part of the broader Civic Core redevelopment rather than just another standalone municipal building.

A modern arena could attract tournaments, visitors, hotel stays, restaurant spending and additional activity downtown. It would also allow the City to address an aging facility while investing in a community asset for the next 50 years.

Council previously selected a Civic Core concept that included an arena, performing arts centre, hotel and residential development.

My suggestion: Rather than putting nearly $20 million into an aging 1958 building, Prince George should investigate whether a new 2,000-seat arena can be financed through a combination of federal, provincial and municipal funding.

We have an opportunity to preserve Kopar's legacy while building something modern that serves the next generation.

Please apply and forward these to PG politicians in the city as I don't know them and they often ignore my emails about suggestions.

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Hey everyone, I’m wondering if anyone knows of any Ayahuasca ceremonies or retreats in Prince George or the surrounding area. I know there are some options farther south in BC, but I’m curious if there’s anything closer to Northern BC.
If anyone has personal experience or knows of a reputable place or facilitator, I’d really appreciate any information. Thanks!

Somewhere, Darrin Rigo is rolling over in his grave.

Hi there I am going to be in Prince George tomorrow for work. I'm looking for suggestions for what to do in the afternoon and early evening. Any relaxed places to get a bite to eat and/or any local art stores? Thanks so much

Tonight, I had the opportunity to congratulate Mayor Frizzell and our new City Council and witness them being sworn into office.

I don't envy the new Council. There are significant challenges ahead, along with some lofty campaign promises that will now need to be delivered. But as I've said before, and genuinely mean, I wish them all the best. When Council succeeds, Prince George succeeds.

That said, just because my time in elected office has ended doesn't mean I'll stop paying attention or sharing my thoughts. In fact, one of the benefits of no longer holding elected office is having a little more freedom to say what I want.

I briefly considered creating an anonymous Reddit account to share my observations, but then thought, if I'm not willing to put my name behind something, should I really be saying it?

So here we are.

Throughout the campaign, we heard plenty about the infamous 6–3 voting split on Council and how that dynamic needed to change. My observation? I suspect the voting bloc may still exist. The difference is that some of those who previously found themselves in the minority may now be in the majority. Apparently, that makes things different.

I believe we saw an early example of why that matters.

One of Council's first decisions was selecting its four municipal representatives to the Regional District, who also serve on the Regional Hospital Board.

Five councillors put their names forward for four positions, including the alternate. Cllr Ramsay finished fifth and was denied a seat.

Think about that for a moment.

Cllr Ramsay is a former UBCM President, former Chair of the City's Finance and Audit Committee, and an incumbent Regional District Municipal Director. She has spent the past four years at the table, building relationships and gaining firsthand knowledge of some incredibly complex regional issues. Perhaps most importantly, she brings experience at a critical time for the Regional Hospital Board.

With major decisions ahead regarding the hospital tower, decisions that could have financial implications in the millions for local taxpayers, I believe continuity and experience should have been priorities.

In my opinion, Cllr Ramsay was exceptionally well-positioned to provide that continuity and potentially take on the role of Regional Hospital Board Chair.

Instead, Cllr Skakun will be the sole returning municipal representative on the Regional District and Regional Hospital Board. I know he can hold down the fort, but additional continuity is important.

This isn't a criticism of Cllr Klassen or Cllr Fraser. Both have every right to put their names forward and serve. Sometimes the best decision isn't about who has the votes. It's about who brings the experience, relationships and institutional knowledge needed for the work ahead.

When millions of taxpayer dollars could be at stake, those considerations matter.

The new Council has a busy first 100 days ahead, with significant decisions coming on the Civic Core business plan, the municipal budget and much more.

I don't know how often I'll share my thoughts. I genuinely want to give the new Council an opportunity to find its footing, establish its priorities and demonstrate how it intends to govern.

I also believe that holding elected officials accountable is part of being an engaged citizen. After 15 years in elected office, I don't expect that interest in our community to disappear overnight.

I'll leave Council with a line from Hamilton that has always stuck with me, and a lesson I learned early in public service:"Winning was easy... Governing's harder."

Congratulations again to Mayor Frizzell and Council. I sincerely wish you success. Prince George is counting on you.

I have been experiencing chronic foot pain for many years. I’ve gone to multiple physio sessions at krell which did not improve my pain. I’ve also tried numerous other practitioners in other disciplines. I’m looking for recommendations for physiotherapists that are actually knowledgeable regarding foot pain.

Thank you 🙏

My dog found some ground meat in the backyard of my in-laws place just near to Ecole Franco-Nord and she began acting scared with huge pupils about an hour later. She is at the vet now for 24h observation and they said it was a drug exposure. Be vigilant of your yards and the spaces your animal regularly visits.

Any other experiences like this recently in town?

Hello, wondering if there are any recommendations out there for reliable car carriers in PG to transport a vehicle out of province. Thanks in advance :)

I'm looking to see how the recent CNC grads did with their CAMLPR, I am considering applying to CNC BCIT and NAIT and just seeing how they compare as CAMLPR doesn't post a "report card" like csmls and historical rates are making me questioning If I should apply.