about us

northward /nôrthwrd/ adv., adj., & n. • adv. towards the north. • adj. 1 situated or directed towards the north. 2 moving or facing towards the north. • n. a northward direction or region.
word /wûrd/ n. & v. • n. 1 sound or combination of sounds forming a meaningful element of speech. 3 one’s promise or assurance, 7a news; a message.

Northword Magazine is the only independent, regional magazine that covers northern BC, from border to sea.

We don’t take this responsibility lightly. Our goal is to connect and promote communities in B.C.’s northwest through printed word and image.

We promise to put a vibrant, human face on northern life with great articles and stunning images, wrapped up in a funky, fresh, graphic look.

Northword Magazine – B.C.’s top read, for a reason.

Originally established as Connections Magazine in 1997, this bimonthly lifestyle is an integral part for locals and tourists alike. According to industry statistics, three to four readers peruse each magazine copy, on average. With a circulation of 10,000 copies, Northword Magazine reaches in excess of 30,000 readers west of the Rockies.

Every two months, Northword Magazine delivers an editorial package of features, articles, news and reviews. In addition, our regular (and some irregular) departments include:

  • Contributors – photos and biographies for those behind the words and images
  • In Other Words – editorial
  • Comment – letters to the editor
  • Cartoon – by illustrator Hans Saefkow
  • Out of the Box – Rob Sturney’s notes from the trailer pad
  • Barometer – a regular reading by Terrace’s Char Toews
  • Top Culture – Rob Budde’s column on northern culture
  • Creative Writing – a standing feature, reflective of personal experience
  • Waiting Room – a physician and holistic practitioner square off on health topics
  • Community Resource Directory – your guide to services and products in the North
  • Events Calendar – free regional listings across B.C.’s northwest

Call us toll-free at 1-866-632-7688, or in Smithers at (250) 847-4600.
Publisher Joanne Campbell
Box 817, upstairs – 3864 2nd Avenue
Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0
Fax: 250.847.4668
E-mail

Distributed bimonthly FREE across northwest B.C.

  • • Bell II
  • • Burns Lake
  • • Dease Lake
  • • Dunster
  • • Fraser Lake
  • •: Ft. Saint James
  • • Granisle
  • • Hazelton (Old Town)
  • • Houston
  • • Jasper
  • • Kispiox
  • • Kitimat
  • • Masset
  • • McBride
  • • Moricetown
  • • New Hazelton
  • • Old Massett
  • • Port Clements
  • • Prince George
  • • Prince Rupert
  • • Queen Charlotte City
  • • Sandspit
  • • Skidegate
  • • Smithers
  • • South Hazelton
  • • Stewart
  • • Telegraph Creek
  • • Telkwa
  • • Terrace
  • • Tlell
  • • Topley
  • • Valemount
  • • Vanderhoof
  • • Wells

Northword Magazine is the only independent, regional magazine covering northern B.C. from mountains to sea.

We don’t take this responsibility lightly. Our goal is to connect and promote communities in B.C.‘s northwest through printed word and image. We promise to put a vibrant, human face on northern life with great articles and stunning images, wrapped up in a funky, fresh, graphic look. Northword Magazine—B.C.‘s top read, for a reason.