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Incentive Program adds Housing Allowances to Attract Healthcare Professionals to Kitimat

The District of Kitimat is further enhancing healthcare by boosting healthcare incentives to include housing allowances.

The addition of a housing allowance as part of the Healthcare Recruitment and Retention Incentive program means that eligible professionals can either receive up to three months of rent or a single, lump-sum payment to support the purchase of a house. This added incentive means local healthcare providers have support to access stable housing and encourages them to buy homes...

Light Up Kitimat will brighten your day on December 7

The annual Light Up Kitimat event happens on Sunday, December 7.

Light Up Kitimat is an annual community event that marks the official start of the holiday season. Families and friends gather to watch the lighting of a large Christmas tree, enjoy live music, sample treats from local food vendors, and take part in festive, family-friendly activities. The event is all about bringing people together, brightening the community, and creating a joyful, welcoming atmosphere to kick off the holidays.

Kitimat Launches New National Workforce & Resident Attraction Campaign

The District of Kitimat (the District) and Kitimat Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber) have launched a new, cross-Canada workforce and resident attraction advertising campaign.

“Kitimat, BC: It’s Not For Everyone…” is an invitation for Canadians to take a closer look at one of northern British Columbia’s most dynamic and opportunity-rich communities.

Rather than painting a rose-tinted picture like so many traditional advertising campaigns, this campaign adopts a playfully honest tone, celebrating...

Auction items posted from District of Kitimat

Items for auction have been posted from the District of Kitimat.

Current auction items available from Kitimat can be viewed on the GovDeals website here.

We have the following item available for auction:

• Honda HS 928 Walk Behind Snow Blower
• 2012 Ford F-350 SD 4WD Pickup Truck - Service Body  
• Honda HS 928 Walk Behind Snow Blower
• 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 1500 Pickup Truck 2WD - 4.3L V6 OHV 12V
• 2000 Leroi Compressor - Model Q185DKE

These items are also shared on our Bid Opportunities and Auction...

October 24 Water Quality Advisory has been lifted

UPDATE:

As of October 27, this Water Quality Advisory has been lifted.

Effective Friday, October 24, the District of Kitimat water system is under a Water Quality Advisory, due to elevated turbidity in the Kitimat River.

Northern Health recommends that children, persons who are pregnant, the elderly and persons with weakened immune systems drink boiled water at this time.

All owners of public premises must make patrons aware of this Water Quality Advisory.

This advisory remains in effect until...