Tag: Water

Experts say severe drought is the new normal, and B.C.’s water strategy is stuck in crisis mode

Environment Emily Joveski -
B.C. water experts say the province isn't doing enough to prepare for worsening drought as parts of the Interior face the highest drought rating for another dry summer.

BC Hydro adapting to low water levels as drought continues

News Justin Waddell -
Water management strategies are changing as continued warm temperatures and dry weather hit the province.

Powell River water project completed

News Justin Goulet -
The Haslam Lake water trunk main is now fully operational after a three-month shutdown for replacement of the old...

Video Shows Fish Packing Plant Spewing Bloody Effluent Into Water

News Justin Goulet -
A video showing bloody discharge from a fish packing plant north of Campbell River is making its way around...

DFO Reminds Beachcombers About Harvesting Rules

News Justin Goulet -
With the long weekend approaching, Fisheries and Oceans is reminding beachcombers of the rules around shellfish harvesting. A recent incident...

Gibsons Beach closed to swimming

News Justin Goulet -
The following notice from the City of Powell River at: facebook.com/cityofpowellriver. A swimming closure is in effect and Gibsons Beach is...

On the water? Keep an eye out for humpback whales

News Justin Goulet -
Whale researchers are urging boaters to use extra caution on the water when whales are in the area. Jackie Hildering...

Feds restore Salmonid Enhancement program funding

News Justin Goulet -
The Federal government will continue investing in the Resource Restoration Unit and the Education and Technical Support program under...

Haslam Lake water project set to start

News Justin Goulet -
The replacement of the Haslam Lake water trunk main is set to get underway. The tender has been awarded...

City crews begin water main flushing

News Justin Goulet -
City of Powell River crews have begun water main flushing. The flushing removes mineral deposits or build up in...

Plastic water bottles to possibly be banned at civic centres

News Justin Goulet -
Powell River City Council is looking at banning the sale of single-use plastic-bottled water at civic facilities. Councillor Rob Southcott...

New alliance formed to combat ocean acidification

News Justin Goulet -
BC has teamed up with other coastal communities to form the International Alliance to Combat Ocean Acidification. Spokesperson Jay Manning...

RCMP reminding boaters of water safety

News Justin Goulet -
The RCMP is reminding boaters that it is illegal to operate a boat while impaired by alcohol. A boat operator...

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

2026 BC Election
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