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Rail Jam Family Fun
January 12, 2012
Fun for the Entire Family at the 2012 Annual Rail Jam Competition and Demo!
Friday, January 27, 2012 from 5:00 - 9:00pm at the Lower City Centre Parking Lot. -
Free New Year's Transit Service
January 11, 2012
655 People got home safely from New Year's Eve events this year by riding a free bus. Thank you to all five sponsors:
Bechtel
Methanex
CAW Local 2301
Rio Tinto Alcan
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Financial Boost for Coy Cup
December 7, 2011
The Kitimat Ice Demons have received a big financial boost as they prepare to defend the Coy Cup on home ice in March.
Kitimat Council has agreed to provide a $10,000 grant for the week-long event.
When the Demons last hosted the senior men's provincial hockey championship in 2006, it was a huge success -- with Tamitik Arena sold out for five of the games -- and the home team emerging as provincial champs. -
Smelter Modernization is a Go!
December 2, 2011
On 1 December 2011, Rio Tinto Alcan announced the final go-ahead for its $2.7B (US) investment to complete a $3.3B (US) modernization project at the Kitimat smelter. -
Monthly Detachment Report
December 2, 2011
Reports presented to Kitimat Council by the RCM Police Detachment Commander will be available on the municipal website starting this month. The most recent report may be found under the Residents tab. -
2011 Municipal Election Results
November 30, 2011
Official results of the 2011 Local General Election are now available. Mayor-elect is incumbent Joanne Monaghan. The six Councillors-elect include three incumbents: Mario Feldhoff, Rob Goffinet and Corinne Scott; and three newcomers: Edwin Empinado, Phil Germuth, and Mary Murphy. -
2011 Municipal Election
November 16, 2011
A Municipal Election will be held on Saturday, 19 November 2011, to elect a Mayor and six Councillors. Elected candidates will serve for a three-year term commencing December 2011. -
Hallowe'en Howl at Riverlodge
October 23, 2011
Come in costume for spooky games, activities and refreshments to the Riverlodge Gym on Sunday, Oct.30, 2011, from 4 - 6pm. Entry by Food Bank Donation -
Sports Hero Award Recipients
September 16, 2011
Community Sport Hero Awards presented by Encana. In Kitimat the following volunteers were recognized on Wednesday September 14, 2011 in a ceremony held at Riverlodge Recreation Centre. This prestigious award recognizes coaches, officials, mentors and administrators who have dedicated themselves to growing and developing amateur sport at the community level. -
Annual Kitimat Valley Run/Walk Festival Results
September 13, 2011
A big thank you to all the participants and volunteers that helped make the 2011 Annual Kitimat Valley Run/Walk Festival a big success!
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