Municipal News

Mayoral candidates, Gus and Koko, are helping bring election excitement to Kitimat through the District’s new Dog Mayor campaign, aimed at getting youth engaged in voting and local government ahead of this year’s municipal election.

Several damaged apartment units on Nalabila Boulevard in Kitimat could face demolition after council declared parts of the property hazardous and at risk of collapse following years of fires, structural deterioration and safety concerns.

The District of Kitimat has issued a Water Quality Advisory due to elevated turbidity in the Kitimat River, with Northern Health recommending boiled water for vulnerable residents.

Kitimat council has officially adopted its 2026 five-year financial plan and tax bylaws, including a 4.79 per cent property tax increase and an $800 residential flat tax rate.

The Kitimat Public Library warns it may have to reduce hours after a funding shortfall left it below its 2026 budget, prompting concerns over staffing and services.

Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine directors raised concerns over Alberta’s proposed west coast oil pipeline concept, citing environmental risks, local impacts and questions over benefits for British Columbia communities.

Kitimat council has advanced its 2026 budget process after giving three readings to the financial plan, tax rate and residential flat tax bylaws, including a 4.79 per cent property tax increase.

The District of Kitimat has advanced its 2026 municipal budget, outlining a 4.79 per cent tax increase, $49 million in operating costs, and major investments in infrastructure and community projects.

The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine has approved a 6.65 per cent tax increase for 2026 as part of its new five-year financial plan, with impacts varying across Terrace, Kitimat and surrounding rural areas.

The District of Kitimat said its Kitimat Bound initiative is exceeding expectations, attracting new residents, boosting workforce stability, and generating national interest in relocating to the community.