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Commercial logging isn’t happening in BC parks; says BC Minister
When it comes to commercial logging, BC parks are off-limits.In a letter to the Ancient Forest Alliance and Endangered Ecosystems Alliance, Minister of Environment...
Province says prepare for climate emergencies ahead of summer
As the weather gets warmer, the BC government says you should be prepared for climate emergencies.Warmer and drier conditions are expected to increase the...
Over 90 percent of racist incident helpline callers had needs met; says Province
When it comes to BC’s racist incident helpline, 93.7 percent of callers say their needs were met.That comes from the BC Government in an...
Hydro launches new initiatives to support clean energy
BC Hydro wants to increase BC’s clean energy supply by launching two new initiatives.Hydro announced this morning they have launched two requests for expressions...
Not many workers are aware of electrical safety rules; new survey shows
When it comes to electrical safety for workers, there is a concerning lack of awareness.This comes from BC Hydro’s new survey, finding that one-third...
BC Minimum wage goes up 45 cents in June
Minimum-wage workers in BC will get a bump in pay starting this Sunday.BC’s minimum wage will go up from $17.40 to $17.85, a 2.6...
Open fire ban for BC coast starts Friday
A ban on larger open fires across much of the B.C. coast takes effect at noon on Friday, May 30, as B.C.’s wildfire season...
B.C. passes infrastructure bills despite intense pushback
Two controversial bills on infrastructure and renewable energy are expected to receive royal assent today and become law.The NDP government invoked closure to...
New BC grant to support those facing barriers to employment
The BC Government is hoping to help those struggling to get a job by issuing a new grant.Called the Work Experience Opportunities Grant, it...
Only third of parents talk about electrical safety with kids; says new Hydro survey
A new survey from BC Hydro shows that while most parents worry about electrical hazards in and out of their house, only one-third of...
New framework looks to give those at risk of suicide the right care
A new provincial framework aims to give those at risk of suicide the care they need.Called the Suicide Prevention Framework, it will be used...
New council aims to protect BC forestry sector Â
Recommendations will be made to help support forestry in BC through a newly formed council to advance stewardship and support communities and workers who...
Toxic drug deaths continue to climb in March; BC Coroners Service
Two hundred and seventy-five people died due to toxic drugs in BC in February and March this year.That’s from new data by BC Coroners...
British Columbians invited to Fifth BC Trails Day this June
The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC is inviting British Columbians to celebrate the fifth annual BC Trails Day on Saturday, June 7th.Held every year...
Put the phone away while driving; says road safety campaign
Make sure you keep your head up and put your phone away while driving through work zones.This comes from Road Safety at Work, who...
New Hydro President and CEO to start this summer
A new president and chief executive officer has been selected for BC Hydro.Hydro says that Charlotte Mitha will take the role this summer, replacing...
Over $40 million invested to climate-hazard projects across BC
The province hopes to curb the rise of climate-caused disasters by investing in multiple projects.Over $40 million is going to 61 projects, with First...
Unemployment rate second lowest in Canada, BC governmentÂ
With the federal unemployment rate rising, the province says they’re proud to have one of the lowest rates across the country. According to minister of...
Province urges ranchers and farmers to register livestock ahead of wildfire seasonÂ
Wildfires impact everyone, and that includes livestock, and with the season creeping up the province is asking ranchers and farmers to protect their animals....
Nearly 15,000 water meters to be installed across rural BC
19 communities across BC can save their water through new water meters.The BC Government will be installing nearly 15,000 automated meters for small, rural,...
BC to conduct emergency alert system test this Wednesday
Don't be alarmed if you get an emergency alert on Wednesday, it will be a planned test for the system.Canada’s emergency alert system will...
Province to respond to increase of softwood duties on Canadian producers
The province says it will respond to the threat of increased softwood lumber duties on Canadian producers.Earlier this week, the US Department of Commerce...
BC Timber Sales now assigned to help lower wildfire risks
To help lower wildfire risks, the BC Government is enlisting the help of BC Timber Sales. Timber Sales is an organization that manages forest harvesting...
Nominations for Clean Energy Champions open for BC businesses
Nominations for BC Hydro’s Clean Energy Champions are now open.According to Hydro, a Clean Energy Champion is a business owner, resident, municipality or group...
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