
Study: UBCO researcher examines how wildfires can transform rivers
After wildfire, the devastation to the landscape and communities is obvious and unforgettable. And now, a UBC Okanagan researcher is taking a different look at…
After wildfire, the devastation to the landscape and communities is obvious and unforgettable. And now, a UBC Okanagan researcher is taking a different look at…
Cranbrook, BC – The City of Cranbrook’s capital works program is getting close to completion for the year, with officials offering an update on some…
The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George is about to undertake a hazard assessment in the region. According to the District, the million-dollar study will happen…
Prince Rupert, B.C. – Prince Rupert is edging closer to having the funds needed for an ambitious plan to replace the most critical 26 km…
The Town of Gibsons (ToG) and the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) announced that they have entered into a long-term Aquifer 560 Watershed Agreement. The agreement improves…
The Comox Valley Regional District, in partnership with the Stewardship Centre for BC and K’ómoks Guardian Watchmen, have been awarded a grant worth over $1.1…
Kelowna, B.C. – Syilx Territory – As mussel-infested watercraft continue to make their way towards the Okanagan and other water-related destinations this summer, the Okanagan Basin Water…
Nanaimo, B.C. – The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) has received approval for a $150,000 grant from the Government of British Columbia’s Community Emergency Preparedness Fund,…
Bowen Island, B.C. – Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, the Honourable Anne Kang, Minister of Municipal Affairs, and…
Nelson B.C. – A new web-based tool provides information to better understand the complexities, competing interests and physical limitations in the management of Kootenay Lake’s…
The province of British Columbia is helping replace aging infrastructure on the Songhees Nation reserve to improve wastewater services and decrease costs for local businesses…
The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) has received $1,150,052.62 through the 2023 Disaster Risk Reduction / Climate Adaptation grant program to fund five unique ecosystem restoration…
Strathcona, B.C. – New automatic water meters will help residents in Strathcona monitor and reduce their water consumption, limit water waste and support the sustainability…
First Nations and local governments throughout B.C. will benefit from funding to help strengthen resilience against climate-related hazards, such as flooding, drought, wildfires and heat.…
First Nations and local governments throughout B.C. will benefit from funding to help strengthen resilience against climate-related hazards, such as flooding, drought, wildfires and heat.…
A new program will help B.C.’s agricultural producers improve water management and water supply for crops and livestock, resulting in more agricultural production and strengthened…
Quesnel, B.C – The City of Quesnel has hired drinking water engineers to create a water treatment system design to remove manganese from the drinking…
Tofino, B.C. – The B.C. Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Canada’s Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities have announced a joint investment of more…
BC’s Ministry of Municipal Affairs has authorized a $3,000,000 grant for the implementation of a universal water metering program for the City of Merritt. Many municipalities implement residential, industrial,…
The province of British Columbia has announced an investment of $9 million for water upgrades for Osoyoos. “We are going to start moving on this…
The Province of British Columbia is investing $6 million for drinking water and wastewater treatment projects in Kelowna and Merritt, supporting the health and safety…
The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) has just released a report summarizing water quality data and information about the Shuswap watershed. This is the seventh annual…
Vancouver – BQE Water Inc., a leader in the treatment and management of mine impacted waters, is extremely honoured to be the recipient of two…
Coquitlam, B.C. – Thirsty in Coquitlam? Skip the bottled water and filters and enjoy top quality drinking water right from the tap. According to an annual…