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Powell River Energy seeks 30 year power export deal

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The amount of electricity exported would power more than 66,000 U.S. homes yearly.

Turn Down the Heat and Cut Down Your Bill

News Justin Goulet -
It's Turn Down the Heat Week in British Columbia. FortisBC spokesperson Nicole Bogdanovic says  the Business Improvement Areas of BC...

Hydro announces rate increase

News Justin Goulet -
BC Hydro customers will be paying more for power this year. Hydro has announced a 3.5% increase in payments....

North Island MLA says Hydro’s two-tiered rates can cause problems

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The BC Utilities Commission is seeking feedback on BC Hydro's two-tiered rates. The Commission is reviewing the two-tier pricing and...

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B.C. leaders spar in fiery debate ahead of Oct. 24 election

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three main party leaders clashed over affordability, health care and Indigenous rights in a heated televised election debate Wednesday evening.

Coroners report 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August

Health
The BC Coroners Service has reported 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August.

Island Link Partnership connect Hullo Ferry to Campbell River, Courtenay, Parksville

Transit
Hullo Ferries and IslandLink Bus Services have partnered to make car-free trips to downtown Vancouver easier for people travelling from Campbell River, Courtenay and Parksville.

B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.
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