Tag: B.C.s
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B.C.’s new fossil emblem an 80-million-year-old marine reptile
[ad_1] Article content B.C. has officially designated a large, fierce-looking marine reptile that swam in waters off Vancouver Island 80 million years ago as the province’s official fossil emblem. The government adopted the long-necked, sharp-toothed 12-metre elasmosaur as the fossil emblem on Thursday, adding to the list of provincial symbols. Article content The designation follows…
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Wind warnings issued as first fall storm approaches B.C.’s South Coast
[ad_1] Article content Residents across much of Vancouver Island and B.C.’s South Coast should prepare for power outages and possible storm damage as strong winds and heavy rain begin on Sunday night. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a wind warning on Sunday, saying winds near 100 km/h and gusting up to 120 km/h are…
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B.C.’s predicted wildfire crisis arrived decades sooner than expected
[ad_1] Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News B.C. has experienced its four most severe wildfire seasons on record during the past seven years, in 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2023. Author of the article: The Canadian Press Brenna Owen Published Sep 10, 2023 • Last updated 38 minutes ago • 5 minute read A helicopter being used…
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B.C.’s health minister warns high emergency medical care new normal
[ad_1] Breadcrumb Trail Links Local News The summer months of July and August usually see the numbers of patients dip below 9,000, but that didn’t happen this year. Author of the article: Published Sep 08, 2023 • 3 minute read British Columbia Health Minister Adrian Dix says the province is experiencing unusually high demand for…
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Why Ottawa’s decisions over the future of the RCMP could impact B.C.’s own decision in Surrey
[ad_1] In theory, the B.C. government’s news conference on Monday was about health-care professionals teaming up with police officers on mental health calls. In reality, it became the latest example of Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth dodging and weaving multiple questions about what the province plans to do about policing in Surrey. “I know this is…
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Where to eat, drink, play and stay in B.C.’s Okanagan Valley
[ad_1] Nestled between the Cascade and Columbia Mountains, the Okanagan Valley deals in dazzling culinary and outdoor adventures. The region’s sunny and dry microclimates are ripe with all sorts of vegetation, but it’s best known for grape growing. As the second-largest wine-producing area in Canada, the Okanagan produces fruity chardonnays, sweet ice wines and plummy…
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B.C.’s largest rooftop solar power project spells out Lululemon
[ad_1] Article content material B.C.’s largest rooftop solar energy undertaking has been accomplished atop a Delta warehouse and it spells out one thing extra than simply clear vitality. Article content material The photo voltaic array spans greater than 69,000 sq. ft and do double responsibility: It’ll present sufficient electrical energy to energy practically 100 properties…
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Evacuation order issued for B.C.’s oil and gas country
[ad_1] Descrease article font measurement Enhance article font measurement An out-of-control wildfire in northeastern B.C. is threatening a distant space primarily utilized by the oil and fuel business, prompting an evacuation order. The Peace River Regional District issued the order at 5 p.m. Saturday night. “The Peace River Regional District has issued an evacuation order…