Medical marijuana uses and benefits topic of upcoming presentation
The third session of the Christina Lake Health and Wellness Public Information Series presents: Medical Marijuana and Human Health on Wednesday, July 25 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Christina Lake Community Hall. Sponsored by Area C director Grace McGregor, the presentation explores the science behind the multiple therapeutic ...
Open fire ban starts Friday
The Southeast Fire Centre is prohibiting all open fires in the region effective at noon on Friday (July 13). The decision is to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. The prohibition will remain in place until Sept. 19, or until the public is otherwise notified. Specifically, this prohibits: The burning...
LETTER: Health before lawns, says BC Cancer Society
To the Editor: The BC Special Committee on Cosmetic Pesticides released its report in May which contained 17 recommendations to the government. Although these recommendations did not include an outright ban on lawn and garden pesticides, it’s important to note that the BC Government has not made a decision (and the Special...
A nepha-what?
Join Les Johnson of GFTVCA while he learns about nephelometers and the project undertaken by the City of Grand Forks environment committee to test air quality over the coming year....
Revelstoke firefighters raise money for a great cause
The Monashee Unit Crew launches their 6th annual Firefighters Hard Labour Auction in Revelstoke B.C. Funds raised from this silent auction will be donated to Live It, Love It! a non-profit organization that provides recreation opportunities for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Live It, Love It! is currently working with...
Doctors reach tentative agreement with Province
A tentative agreement has been reached between the British Columbia Medical Association (BCMA) and the B.C. government on a renewed Physician Master Agreement covering approximately 10,000 specialists and family physicians in the province. Building on the success of the previous master agreement, the proposed four-year deal...
Man collapses in downtown parking lot
A 76-year-old Vernon man who collapsed at the Overwaitea in Grand Forks today was taken to hospital for treatment. Les Johnson of GFTVCA was on the scene where he witnessed the kind and quick response of passersby, staff and the paramedics in helping the man. Watch the video to see how the story unfolded!...
Think FAST during stroke awareness month
Stroke is the third-leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in Canada. Treatment is complex and time sensitive. In light of this, Interior Health urges residents to know the signs of stroke and get help as quickly as possible. “The importance of early recognition can’t be overstated,” says Dr. Todd Collier,...
Pregnant mother airlifted from Grand Forks
Les Johnson of GFTVCA brings us this airlift from the Boundary District Hospital yesterday. A pregnant mother was taken to higher level care when she went into labour prematurely with complications. Watch the video to see the future new helipad in use!...
Relay raised thousands for cancer research through wind, sun and rain
Seventeen teams raised $20,056 for the Canadian Cancer Society at the Grand Forks Relay for Life held last Saturday. The annual event was successful in not only raising money to help continue the fight against cancer, but in building awareness about the difficult illness that touches the lives of so many people. “This is pay...
