Kitimat, What's the future?

In this podcast episode, Devin interviews Thom Meier about the 70th anniversary of the Kitimat Chamber of Commerce. Tom discusses his initial involvement with the Chamber in the late 1980s, inspired by local business leaders and his father. He reflects on his tenure as Chamber President during the 1990s when he addressed divisive community issues like power sales. Tom highlights the Chamber's...

In this episode of Kitimat, What’s the Future? , Devin chats with Karolina Wenzel, one of the organizers behind the upcoming Nation2Nation Women’s Gathering, happening April 24–25 in Kitimat. Karolina walks us through what’s in store for this two-day Indigenous-led event focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and community connection. From keynote speaker Gina Jackson of Bear’s Lair to hands-on...

Doing things a bit different for International Women's Day!

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future? , host Devin Wall sits down with Lisa, the visionary behind the Nation to Nation Women’s Gathering , to discuss the inspiration, impact, and evolution of this incredible event. Lisa shares how the gathering was born out of the challenges and transformations women faced during the pandemic and how it has grown into a powerful space for leadership,...

n this episode of Kitimat, Laurel introduces two missionaries, Elder Fleming and Elder Cranmer. They discuss their backgrounds and experiences since moving to Kitimat, British Columbia. Both Elders share stories about their mission work, including community service tasks like helping at the Kitimat Humane Society and shoveling snow. They talk about the unpredictable nature of their assignments, as...

In this episode of 'Kitimat: What's the future?' host Devin explores the 'Coldest Night of the Year' event, organized by Tamitik Status of Women (TSW). Guests Brittany and Jordana share insights about the event scheduled for February 22nd, 2025, which aims to raise awareness and funds for programs addressing homelessness, hunger, and hurt in Kitimat. They discuss TSW's miss...

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future? , host Devin Wall sits down with Sahib Tatwell, the dynamic owner of The Office Bar and Bistro, a cornerstone of Kitimat’s dining scene. Sahib shares his journey from university to becoming a successful restaurateur, inspired by his father and his passion for food and exceptional dining experiences. Listeners will get an inside look at The Office...

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future? , Devin Wall interviews Kelly Marsh, a Kitimat-based photographer and filmmaker, to discuss his creative journey and how Kitimat’s stunning landscapes and rich culture inspire his work. Kelly shares his transition from a 40-year career as a millwright to discovering photography in retirement. He delves into the story behind his feature-length docu...

In this festive episode of Kitimat, What's the Future? , Devin and Laurel dive into the holiday spirit as they discuss the upcoming Light Up Kitimat event. Taking place on the first Sunday of December, this cherished community tradition is packed with exciting activities, local vendors, and plenty of holiday cheer. Highlights of the episode include: 🎄 A walkthrough of this year's event sc...

The Kitimat Chamber of Commerce has the most comprehensive event calendar.

n this episode of 'Kitimat, What's the Future?', host Devin Wall speaks with Holly and Magda from the Kitimat Museum and Archives about the new traveling exhibit 'BC's Marvelous Mushrooms'. They discuss the importance of mushroom education, the various activities set up for visitors, and the public's enthusiastic response to the exhibit. The conversation highlights the...

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future? , host Devin speaks with Will Gye of the Kitamaat Valley Education Society (KVES) to explore the organization’s role in supporting Northwest BC communities through education and employment training. Will explains KVES's foundation in 2007 through a partnership between Rio Tinto and the Haisla Nation, highlighting its mission to empower individ...

Devin sits down with candidate Claire Rattée to talk about her campaign a

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future , Devin sits down with Karolina Wenzel to dive into the details of the upcoming Nation2Nation Forum, taking place in Terrace from October 8th. Karolina, an integral part of the forum, shares insights on the event's focus on fostering relationships between First Nations, governments, and industry leaders. The conversation covers the key themes o...

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future , Laurel and Devin discuss the opening of the voting for the Kitimat Business Excellence Awards. Laurel explains that voting is now open until October 4th, and encourages the community to vote for their favorite businesses on the Kitimat Chamber of Commerce website. Voters can skip categories they’re unfamiliar with, and it's emphasized that th...

In this episode of Kitimat, What's the Future , Devin sits down with Howard Smith from Contact North to discuss the valuable services they offer to Kitimat. Contact North acts as a resource, connecting individuals with educational opportunities, including online courses from universities and trades programs. Howard explains how they provide access to a computer lab, loaner laptops, and other s...

Devin went to the last artisan market of the season and had a chance to talk to a few of the vendors

Devin and Laurel talk about the end of summer and about the summer students leaving. They talk about the amazing program that the government offers to help out organizations get summer students.

Laurel and Devin Talk Community events.

Hosts Devin and Laurel discuss the upcoming Business Excellence Awards, highlighting the changes to the nomination process. They delve into various award categories, including Leader of the Year, Community Impact, and Home-Based Business. The hosts emphasize the importance of detailed information in the new online nomination system. They also mention the event, which will be held on a Thursday eve...

In this episode, Devin and Laurel talk about the various partnerships the Chamber has with different organizations in town.

On this episode of "Kitimat: What's the Future?", hosts Devin and Laurel discuss the current hot weather and highlight local businesses that can help you stay cool. They also delve into the details of the upcoming Business Builders Competition, sharing insights and tips for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Join us in this exciting episode of "Kitimat: What's the Future?" as host Devin welcomes back Crystal Smith to discuss a momentous announcement for the Haisla Nation. After over a decade of hard work, the Cedar LNG project has received the green light to move forward. Crystal shares the significance of this positive final investment decision and what it means for the Haisla Nation on m...

Devin and Laurel talk about all the events that are happening in June and July

In this episode Devin and Laurel talk about the open position at the Visitors Centre.