Prince George weather and environment news

CKPG Today

Bears intensify search for food

Conservation officer Sgt. Alicia Buchanan says that garbage, fruit left in yards, and pet food can attract bears as they look for food...

Prince George Citizen

Cougars Kash in trade opportunity to acquire Andresen from Moose Jaw

Cats left winger Aiden Foster suspended for two games for illegal hit

Also covered byCKPG Today: Cougars acquire forward Kash Andresen from Moose Jaw (opens the publisher’s site),Prince George Cougars: Cougars Acquire Veteran Forward Kash Andresen from Moose Jaw (opens the publisher’s site)

Prince George Citizen

Smoke Eaters snap Spruce Kings' five-game win streak

Prince George taking on Salmon Arm Monday at noon in BCHL Showcase in Nisku, Alta.

My Prince George Now

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

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City of P.G. get parks ready for upcoming temperature drop

The City of Prince George is preparing parks for the winter season, as the seasons and temperature begin to change.

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A month’s worth of rain in a day: Thursday deluge soaks Prince George

As for the Thanksgiving Day long weekend, daytime highs will range between five and nine degrees with mostly sunny skies. Overnight lows are expected to dip between plus one and minus seven.

UNBC

The Climate Conversations: these are the gendered dimensions of climate vulnerability

Prince George Citizen

Fraser River Challenge swimmers complete hazardous 30-day journey

Expedition participants brave whirlpools, rapids, cold water and highway traffic on epic journey from Mount Robson to Richmond

CKPG Today

Bears and garbage worry mobile home park residents

Patricia Melbourne says she no longer goes outside after dark."We stay inside. Once it gets dark, we don't come out," said Melbourne, ...

My Prince George Now

Swiss-Canadian film maker showcasing 2018 Southside Wildfire secures five screenings in Vanderhoof

The film screenings are slated for October 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th and 29th at the Grand Reo Theatre.

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Prince George averaged 10 degrees Celsius during September: Environment Canada

A slight cool ridge is anticipated to bring single-digit highs Saturday and Sunday. Overnight lows for both days are expected to reach minus three and minus six respectively.

CKPG Today

Remote B.C. community fights wildfire together

In 2018, when wildfire threatened B.C.'s Southside, residents had no insurance and no outside help. Now, a documentary about th...

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New to Prince George, where can I explore without worrying about Bears?

Moved to Prince George about a week ago and loving the city so far! Been downtown a few times already and enjoying exploring each side of the city. I’m mainly taking the bus for now, but keen to explore parks like…

Prince George Daily News

UNBC posts best-ever research environment score in World University Rankings

The University of Northern British Columbia recorded its best-ever score in the research environment pillar of the latest edition of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Research environment, which…

Prince George Daily News

Young named player of the game as Timberwolves battle Golden Bears to a 2-2 draw

BY KRRISH NARENDRA UNBC Friday afternoon at Masich Place Stadium, the UNBC Timberwolves locked horns with the visiting Alberta Golden Bears in a thrilling, physical battle, ultimately playing to a 2-2 draw. Kaiden…

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B.C. Conservatives pledge $400M to buy water bombers in wildfire plan

B.C.’s three major party leaders pitched plans Friday targeting wildfire response, grocery affordability and artificial intelligence regulation.

CKPG Today

Young shines as Timberwolves earn draw against Golden Bears

The UNBC Timberwolves men's soccer team battled the Alberta Golden Bears to a hard-fought 2-2 draw Friday afternoon at Masich Place St...

Prince George Citizen

TWolves host Alberta Golden Bears in midday test today at Masich Place Stadium

UNBC men hungry for victory after tying four of their eight games this season

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UNBC reaches its best score in research environment for Times Higher Education World University Rankings

The University of Northern British Columbia finished in the group of universities ranked 1,201 to 1,400 in the latest edition of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

UNBC

The Climate Conversations: the forest for the trees ... scale changes everything in climate policy

What happens when you stop looking at climate change as a single problem and start looking at it from the perspective of a geographer?Dr. Tristan Pearce, an ...

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UNBC posts best-ever research environment score in World University Rankings

The University of Northern British Columbia recorded its best-ever score in the research environment pillar of the latest edition of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Research environment, which…

BC Wildfire Service(public agency)

Pile burning planned for Redmond Pit Road area

The BC Wildfire Service will be conducting pile burning in the Redman Pit Road area near Vanderhoof next week, it could begin as early as October 5, 2026 and may be ongoing until the project is completed. The purpose…

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Can you believe it's already October? There's a fall chill in the air, and we're hoping the snow waits a little…

Can you believe it's already October? There's a fall chill in the air, and we're hoping the snow waits a little longer, or we might react just like this. A young boy and his dog enjoy an early snowfall on October 10…

Prince George Daily News

Residents urged to be bear aware this autumn

The City of Prince George urges residents to secure their garbage and manage bear attractants this season as bear sightings are increasing throughout the community. The City works collaboratively with the BC…

Prince George Citizen

City urges everyone to be bear aware this fall

Bear sightings are noted to be increasingly common this year

Also covered byCKPG Today: Prince George residents reminded to secure bear attractants as sightings increase (opens the publisher’s site)

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City urges awareness as bears prepare for hibernation

The City works with the BC Conservation Officer Service, Northern Bear Awareness Society and the RCMP during this season to ensure residents are aware of local bylaws and reduce wildlife interactions.

City of Prince George(public agency)

Residents urged to be bear aware this autumn

Prince George, B.C. – The City of Prince George urges residents to secure their garbage and manage bear attractants this season as bear sightings are increasing throughout the community.

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Canfor Pool Temperature

I’m wondering if anyone can tell me if the pool has raised its temperatures in the last year? I remember seeing posts in 2025 about how cold the water is, and that there was a problem with the heating system. I want to…

UNBC

The Climate Conversations: What is the hidden idea behind every climate statistic?

What if climate change isn’t the whole problem — but a symptom of something much bigger? Dr. Alexander Lautensach takes a step back from the usual climate conversation to examine what he calls “ecological overshoot”…

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Bear Grease, the musical

Would love to see this in PG. We can request a show through their website. I did and encourage you to do so as well. It is the musical Grease through a First Nations perspective. They have been to Edmonton and are…