The official start of the 2021 camping season is still a few months away, but people living in B.C. can soon begin reserving campsites in…
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Applications open for BC Parks Student Ranger Program
Young adults interested in working outdoors this summer and playing a key role in environmental stewardship can now apply for the BC Parks Student Ranger…
B.C. acquires land for Purcell Wilderness Conservancy
To protect ecologically sensitive areas and enhance outdoor recreation, the B.C. government announced last week it has acquired more than 650 hectares of land intended…
CleanBC home energy retrofit rebates doubled
The provincial government is doubling CleanBC Better Homes retrofit rebates for select home-heating and energy-efficiency upgrades. “With many people continuing to work from home due…
Rebates for businesses going electric announced
B.C. businesses and organizations can now receive rebates for electric vehicles through $2 million in additional funding for the CleanBC Specialty-Use Vehicle Incentive (SUVI) program….
Youth work experience program with BC Parks and COS
Young people interested in environmental management and conservation will have opportunities to gain experience, skills and training through a new government program that offers employment…
Regs in place to aim toward all EV sales by 2040
Regulations are in place outlining how B.C. will reduce pollution and make the switch to 100% electric-vehicle sales by 2040. The regulations follow the Zero-Emission…
Provincial air quality alert service expanding
British Columbians wanting timely air quality alerts in their area can now get them sent directly to their cellphones. Starting Friday, May 29, the air…
Most campgrounds and rec sites opening in B.C.
The 2020 summer camping season has arrived, giving people in B.C. more opportunities to get outside and connect with nature as most provincial campgrounds and…
Invasive Mussel Defence program resuming
Boat inspection stations are opening at various locations throughout the province to prevent harmful zebra and quagga mussels from hitching a boat ride and entering…