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Civic leaders kick-off North Central Local Government Association meetings on North Coast

Politicians from across the North are gathering for the annual North Central Local Government Associations AGM and Convention in Prince Rupert.

The three-day event wraps up tomorrow (Thursday).

Representatives within the region are collaborating on key issues and to work together on opportunities for shared advocacy to advance economic and community resilience.

Themes discussed at the AGM included: local government impacts of the trade war, legislative reform for regional districts, regional economic investments, and healthcare and mental health supports.

NCLGA President-Elect Gladys Atrill, Mayor with the Town of Smithers, First Vice President-Elect Tony Zabinsky, Councillor with the City of Fort St. John, and Second Vice President-Elect Kyle MacDonald, Councillor with the City of Dawson Creek, were acclaimed.

An election was held for the three vacant Director at Large positions with six nominations received, and results will be announced later today (Wednesday).

(from files of Brendan Pawliw staff)

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Pat Matthews
Pat Matthews
Pat started working in the Cariboo in 1989 after spending several years in radio in Terrace. He worked in the creative department until 2017 when he switched over to news covering Williams Lake and the South Cariboo as well as being the afternoon host on Country 840 in 100 Mile House.

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