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Lytton celebrates groundbreaking for first retail business since fire
Ashcroft Journal's September 17, 2026 article, Lytton celebrates groundbreaking for first retail business since fire, highlights a milestone for the business community, as Denise Haugen breaks ground to rebuild the first retail business, Suncatcher Crafts, which was lost in the 2021 fire.
“We’ve waited more than five years for retail to begin again on the old village site,” said Bernie Fandrich, president of the Lytton and District Chamber of Commerce. “We’re looking forward to more businesses that are about to rebuild as confidence in Lytton’s future continues to grow.
“People in Lytton know something about perseverance. It’s taken much longer than any of us hoped, and there have been plenty of setbacks, but we keep plowing ahead. Now we’re starting to see that work pay off, and every new foundation gives the whole area another reason to believe in Lytton’s future.”
Lytton plays host to emerging leaders from across Canada
Ashcroft Cache Creek Journal's June 5, 2026, article, Lytton plays host to emerging leaders from across Canada, describes a recent visit by 14 emerging leaders from across Canada hosted by the Village of Lytton for the annual Governor General Canadian Leadership Conference.
"Councillor John Haugen from Lytton First Nation welcomed the group to Nlaka’pamux territory and shared the history of Lytton. The visitors toured the site where the new Nzen’man Child and Family Development Centre will be located (the Bird’s Nest Centre), and enjoyed lunch at Kumsheen Rafting Resort, where they learned about the whitewater rafting industry in the region.
There was a visit to the BC Wildfire Service base, as well as a visit to the rebuilt Chinese History Museum on Main Street. The 14 participants also learned about the recovery and rebuild of the Village of Lytton following the June 30, 2021 wildfire. The day ended with dinner at the Lytton Parish Hall, where the visitors were joined by many of the people who had presented to them during the day.
Throughout their visit to Lytton, locals heard the participants comment that Lytton is a prime example of resiliency and connection to community."
2 Rivers Remix Society Brings Music To First Nations Communities With d&b audiotechnik
ProSoundWeb's June 2, 2026 article, "2 Rivers Remix Society Brings Music To First Nations Communities With d&b audiotechnik" highlights not only the sound system used by the local non-profit organization, but also their mission. 2 Rivers Remix Society brings free contemporary Indigenous music festivals to First Nations communities across British Columbia.
“In the spirit of reconciliation and retribution for past injustices, bringing a first-world-class show to a remote community provides immense healing. It brings happiness. The best part for me is seeing the kids jumping and dancing. That’s our philosophy; that’s what we do.” ~Manuel Avila, production manager for 2 Rivers Remix Society
New community pharmacy returns to Lytton
BC Pharmacy Association's February 18, 2026 article, "New community pharmacy returns to Lytton" showcases pharmacist Venkat Sajja, who opened the Lytton Pharmacy in a temporary location on Lytton First Nation lands in May 2025.
“The people of Lytton, they want to come back. It’s their hometown, it’s where they have their relationships, and their lives are connected to this land. If you look at the town, a year ago, there were barely a handful of houses, but now there are quite a few buildings. People want to return.
Our plan is to grow with them.” ~Venkat Sajja
Restoration road: The path to renewal in Lytton, B.C. includes challenges—and accomplishments
The Southern Interior Construction Association's (SICA's) feature article in their Spring 2026 magazine, "Restoration road: The path to renewal in Lytton, B.C. includes challenges—and accomplishments" (pages 22 to 27) opportunities for construction as Lytton rebuilds.
"We're excited to see homes rebuilt and other construction—such as the [Community] Hub, village office, Fire and Emergency Services building, Legion and grocery store—on the horizon. We welcome any SICA members who want to help with building or rebuilding businesses in Lytton." ~ Mayor Denise O'Connor