War of words continues in FortisBC lockout, union says company saving $7 Million in wages
The war of word continues to be exchanged between the two sides in the labour dispute at FortisBC. The locked out International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 213 said in press release FortisBC has saved $7 Million from not paying wages and should not be granted an increase to raise rates by the BC Utilities Commission. ...
Three Okanagan CUPE unions issue 72-hour strike notice
As if Monday's meeting SD8 Board of Education at 6:30 p.m. in the Nelson Board Room of the Kootenay Lake School Board wasn't important enough, trustee decisions may be even more concerning to parents of students in District 8 after a decision by three CUPE locals in the Okanagan to issue 72-hour strike notice. Potential job...
City of Trail offering free broadband connection to downtown businesses
The City of Trail is offering free fibre connection to downtown Trail businesses until March 31, 2014. The connection, approximately a $1,500 value, will allow businesses to connect to the new high-speed fibre optic network slated to become available in early 2014. Service plans and fees will need to be determined and negotiated...
Selkirk addressing skilled trades shortages with new options for high school students
High school students from around the region will have the opportunity to get a taste for the wide array of trades pathways available at Selkirk College. On Dec. 6, Selkirk College is hosting Made for Trades. The event will provide students in Grades 11 and 12 the chance to get hands-on experience and explore career directions...
Selkirk College Provides High School Students a Peek at Trades
High school students from around the region will have the opportunity to get a taste for the wide array of trades pathways available at Selkirk College. On Friday, December 6th, Selkirk College is hosting Made for Trades. The event will provide students in Grades 11 and 12 the chance to get hands-on experience and explore...
Government takes balanced approach with BC Hydro 10-year plan
Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review Tuesday announced a 10-year plan that will keep electricity rates as low as possible while BC Hydro makes investments in aging assets and new infrastructure to support British Columbia's growing population and economy. Over the past several ...
Ferraro Foods speaks to Facebook furor over Sensible BC video
A video posted on You Tube depicting grocery-store owner Danny Ferraro directing customers away from a Sensible BC petition (to decriminilize marijuana) has created a furor on social media, with many people committing to boycott the popular Trail store (Ferraros also have a grocery in Rossland). A Trail Champion reporter was...
FortisBC named regional utility of the year
FortisBC has been named the regional utility of the year by Natural Resources Canada’s ENERGY STAR® Market Transformation Awards. FortisBC was acknowledged for the success of its water heater program, which promotes the adoption of high-efficiency residential water heaters, including ENERGY STAR tankless, hybrid, and condensing...
Double the natural gas reserves, double the funds
A new report released today reveals British Columbia's natural gas reserves are more than double previous estimates. British Columbia's resource potential is a competitive advantage the province holds over many other areas of the globe competing for growth and investment in liquefied natural gas (LNG). "The global demand for...
Teck penalized over $200,000 for exceeding pH; money to go to conservation
Teck Trail Operations has been assessed a penalty of $210,000 under the Fisheries Act and the Environmental Management Act. $200,000 of the penalty will be split evenly between the provincial Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation and the federal Environmental Damages Fund. The funds will be used to support habitat conservation...
