By Ian Cobb e-KNOW “A warrior” is needed in the Kootenay East, stated British Columbia Premier Christy Clark last night shortly after long-time MLA Bill…
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RDEK’s largest construction project breaks ground
The largest construction project in the history of the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) officially broke ground today in West Fernie. The $16,412,291 two-phase…
Elkview Mine Best Written at Smithers
B.C. Mine Rescue teams battle for top spot in Smithers Following a grueling day of intense competition, three dedicated B.C. mine rescue teams claimed victory…
Windermere Gypsum mine given safety award
The Provincial government last night recognized mining operations in B.C. for their health and safety accomplishments during the 53rd annual Mine Safety Awards banquet in…
Committee engaging public on Columbia River Basin
The Columbia Basin Regional Advisory Committee provides a First Nation and community voice that will help inform hydroelectric operations planning in the Columbia Basin and…
Premier announces programs for low income energy consumers
Premier Christy Clark today announced during a special gathering at the Cranbrook BC Hydro headquarters that government, in partnership with BC Hydro and FortisBC, is…
RDEK Board Highlights
Requesting resources for patrol and enforcement in Koocanusa The board of the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) June 6 unanimously agreed to have requests…
Elkview Operations wins Overall Surface Mine Rescue competition
After an intense and energetic competition, seven dedicated teams claimed victory this weekend at the 59th annual Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition in Smithers….
B.C. announces Columbia River Treaty decision
Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review, today announced the province’s decision to continue the Columbia River Treaty and seek…
Bennett promoting B.C. at Toronto mining conference
Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett, who is also Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review is in Toronto this week at…