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Fatal morning crash involving pedestrian closes B.C. highway

Fatal morning crash involving pedestrian closes B.C. highway

Police say a pedestrian has died.
Rob Shaw: BC Hydro's summertime power imports pay off during deep freeze

Rob Shaw: BC Hydro's summertime power imports pay off during deep freeze

Crown corporation criticized for importing power last year. But the move paid off as an extreme cold snap hit the province this month, according to its CEO
Heat pumps not economical choice for home heating in cold climates, Prince George contractor says

Heat pumps not economical choice for home heating in cold climates, Prince George contractor says

Energy efficiency drops in freezing temperatures, cost of electricity means homeowners will be paying more
BC Parks open reservations four months in advance

BC Parks open reservations four months in advance

More than 366,000 camping reservations were made in 2023.
Canadians can benefit from time in nature this Blue Monday

Canadians can benefit from time in nature this Blue Monday

Spending time outside is important this time of year when seasonal depression and weather can impact mood, says non-profit.
B.C. civil forfeiture law will be put to 'reasonable limits' Charter test

B.C. civil forfeiture law will be put to 'reasonable limits' Charter test

Critics have long claimed that B.C.'s civil forfeiture system is problematic, allowing the government to seize property linked to criminal activity, even when the owner hasn't been convicted. 
Premiers pan green-energy plans as cold weather strains Alberta's electricity grid

Premiers pan green-energy plans as cold weather strains Alberta's electricity grid

"Right now, wind is generating almost no power. When renewables are unreliable, as they are now, natural gas plants must increase capacity to keep Albertans safe," Alberta Premier Danielle Smith posted on social media
Watch the Vancouver Aquarium's adorable seals, sea lions and sea otters experience snowfall

Watch the Vancouver Aquarium's adorable seals, sea lions and sea otters experience snowfall

Adorable!
Letter: Over promise and little action from local politicians

Letter: Over promise and little action from local politicians

Traffic congestion issues on the Lions Gate Bridge could be eased if projects were followed through on, argues reader
Photos: See sea lions at Porteau Cove Sunday

Photos: See sea lions at Porteau Cove Sunday

Gerald Wolfe sent in these photos of sea lions huddled together on the south side of Porteau Cove Provincial Park on Jan. 14. 
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