Online versions of the B.C. Building Codes are now available free of charge, and nearly 5,000 people who purchased the code on or after Sept….
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RDEK pushing for broadband taxation break
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors is unanimous in opposition to provincial property taxation of broadband infrastructure, citing cost overloads for…
Bill 3 opens door for improved rural Internet services
Recent changes to British Columbia’s Local Government Act (Bill 3) gives regional districts the ability to provide capital financing to businesses for the purpose of…
Internet boost coming for South Country
Improved high-speed Internet is on the way for 26 communities in the Kootenays, bringing people opportunities to learn, connect and better expand their businesses. Columbia…
Better high-speed Internet for over 12,000 households
It’s a milestone being felt around the Columbia Basin and Boundary regions: after more than three years of hard work, residents in over 12,000 rural…
Annual in lieu grant for Cranbrook
British Columbians in 53 communities will benefit from almost $16 million paid by the province to local governments in lieu of property taxes, with the…
10 tips for staying safe online
Cyber Security Awareness Month (October) is an opportunity for British Columbians to assess their online safety. The growing volume, complexity and diversity of threats online…