The B.C. government has proclaimed Friday, March 20, as Journée de la francophonie, celebrating the social, cultural and economic contributions of francophones throughout the province,…
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More heat pump rebates on the way
The B.C. government announced last week it is launching a new program to reduce energy use, lower energy bills and improve comfort for income-qualified apartment…
Faster power connections coming for new builds
In response to B.C.’s growing housing needs, BC Hydro has made changes to support faster, more affordable electricity connections for new homes and businesses throughout…
Heat pumps to be more affordable for lower income people
The B.C. government recently announced it is making electric heat pumps more affordable for low- and moderate-income households, including renters and those who live in…
Carbon tax rate heads to zero
The B.C. government is cancelling the carbon tax by introducing legislation to drop the rate to $0, effective Tuesday, April 1. The reduction of the…
Americans pause Columbia River Treaty negotiations
Information session will answer questions Ripples from US President Donald Trump’s aggressive behaviour toward Canada have spread into the Columbia River Basin. The U.S. announced…
An honour for me to take on this role
Letter to the Editor On November 18, I was appointed as Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions, as well as Minister Responsible for the Columbia…
COVID-19 public-health emergency ends
In response to the provincial health officer’s decision to end the COVID-19 public-health emergency, which ends the COVID-19 vaccine mandate in health-care settings, the B.C….
New air ambulances to take flight in B.C.
BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) is replacing its existing fleet with 12 new Beechcraft King Air 360CHW air ambulances. Nine of the airplanes will be…
Contractors chosen for new Dr. F.W. Green Memorial Home
The replacement and expansion of Dr. F.W. Green Memorial Home in Cranbrook is another step closer to construction with the selection of Zeidler Architecture for…