Homeowners and businesses in rural British Columbia will soon benefit from new water meters that will help small communities save water and increase resiliency during droughts, while lowering costs for people who use less water. “Drinking water is an incredibly precious resource,” said Brittny Anderson, Minister of State for Local Governments and Rural Communities. “Small […]

Following last week’s federal election, Neighbours United congratulates all newly elected Members of Parliament in the Kootenays, across British Columbia, and throughout Canada. We urge our elected leaders to work together across party lines to ensure all Canadians have access to clean air and water, a healthy environment, and a strong economy. By caring for […]

Our civic duty doesn’t end at the ballot box. As increasing turmoil shook the world during our federal election, climate change all but disappeared from campaigns. That would be fine if the issue hadn’t been politicized such a degree. After all, you’d think all parties would favour resolving a crisis that threatens human wellbeing and […]

A message in the DriveSmartBC inbox observes that there is such an incredible shortage of common sense about the practicalities of driving, as well as so many people who seem unable to think clearly any more. You cannot get people to drive better just by saying “drive better”. I think the problem of poor driving […]

BAYAN Canada is devastated by the tragedy that has hit the Filipino community in Vancouver, BC. On the evening of Saturday, April 26, a driver drove his SUV into the crowd gathered at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival, causing 11 confirmed casualties and many more injuries. We grieve with all victims and their loved ones. Yesterday, […]

B.C. is an amazing place to call home. People come here to live, work, and raise a family because they know it’s one of the best places in the world to be. And British Columbians make it such a great place. But our way of life is being threatened by the trade war and tariffs […]

Diversity is essential to all life By David Suzuki In some circles, “diversity” is a dirty word. In reality, diversity is life. From individuals to ecosystems to Earth as a whole, diversity builds strength and resilience. Interrelated systems most adapted to changing conditions endure, and in species, traits most likely to ensure survival are passed […]

I asked, “what should we do, when the leaders take us to ruin?” He said, “Wait.”  — Charles Eisenstein Democracy: yearning to make it real Democracy is a very old word, and the resonance it has for modern Canadians, Americans, and Europeans, is peculiar. Since the English revolutions of the seventeenth century, the American and […]

Sharing the road with aggressive or unsafe drivers can be both upsetting and dangerous. One common hazard is being involved in an unsafe pass, whether it’s on a two-lane highway, during heavy traffic, or in poor weather conditions. Staying calm and making smart, defensive choices in these situations can help you stay safe and avoid […]

While people everywhere are feeling the squeeze of rising costs due to global inflation and the impact of tariffs, we want to help British Columbians keep more money in their pockets. That’s why we’ve been taking action as a government to deliver savings. ICBC is once again providing rebates of $110 for drivers – you may […]