Tag: Environment and Climate Change Canada

Wind warnings in effect for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued wind warnings across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.

B.C. could face wet fall due to La Niña

British Columbia could be in for a wet, rainy fall season as forecasters note an increased likelihood of a La Niña weather system developing this year.

B.C. heat waves were made more likely by human-caused climate change, says report

Heat waves that blanketed British Columbia in August and early September were made much more likely by human-caused climate change.

Heavy rain to drench B.C.’s south coast Friday, flooding possible

Forecasters warn heavy rain is expected to sweep across B.C.’s south coast Friday, in some areas dumping twice the average monthly amount of rain in just one day.

Prepare for all cold weather emergencies, Environment and Climate Change Canada

With temperatures starting to drop, Island and Sunshine Coast residents are being urged to take all necessary precautions, especially...
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How can the B.C. NDP win back voters after their election setback?

The B.C. NDP is promising a hard look at what went wrong after its crushing Oct. 24 election loss.

B.C.’s new time zone could cause confusion for businesses, travellers, say experts

Most of British Columbia stayed on daylight saving time Sunday, completing its move to permanent daylight time, but experts warn the change may create some confusion for businesses and travellers.

New lease on life for local seagull thanks to search and rescue

One of Comox Valley Search and Rescue’s most recent calls proves no call is too big, too small or too unusual for local crews.

BC Ferries commits to halving underwater noise by 2036

BC Ferries has partnered with Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Transport Canada to reduce the risk of harming marine mammals.

De Havilland Canada reaches $2.5B financing deal to double waterbomber production

De Havilland Canada has reached an agreement with the federal government and Export Development Canada (EDC) for up to $2.5 billion in financing to double production capacity for its Canadair 515 waterbombers.