Tag: back-country

Ground SAR offers long weekend hiking safety tips

Ground Search and Rescue is reminding people to be careful if you're venturing into the back country or heading...

Hikers beware of deceptive weather conditions

Back-country enthusiasts are being reminded to be prepared before heading out on a trip. Jan Neuspiel with Island Alpine...

Back-country Fest at Mount Cain this weekend!

Back-country fest is taking place at Mount Cain this weekend. Mountain spokesperson Neil Borecky says it's an event put on...

Remembering the 3 T’s of a safe adventure

The BC Coordinator for AdventureSmart is urging people to be prepared before heading into the back country this winter. Sandra...

Avalanche training courses this weekend

Back-country enthusiasts can educate themselves on avalanche preparedness this weekend. Alpine Guide Jan Neuspiel says there are two courses happening...
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

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B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.