Energy & Utilities

Power outage restored for more than 2k Fortis BC customers in Rutland

According to Fortis BC the power reportedly was cut at 11:41 am with the cause listed as unknown.

Construction begins on Revelstoke dam expansion

B.C. Hydro says construction has begun on a sixth generating unit at the Revelstoke Generating Station, a project expected to add 500 megawatts of capacity to the province's power system by 2032.

B.C. mulling Site E dam and other new energy projects

The B.C. government is considering reviving two long-dormant hydroelectric projects, including the proposed Site E dam on the Peace River, as it looks for new sources of electricity to meet growing demand.

LNG Canada contractors prepare for proposed Phase 2 expansion

Contractors on LNG Canada’s first phase have been given the green light to begin preparations for the proposed Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat, B.C.

Proposed B.C. LNG project seals German supply deal

British Columbia’s Ksi Lisims LNG project has signed a long-term supply agreement with a German state-owned energy company, marking what officials say is Canada’s first LNG export deal with a European buyer.

Canada, Ksi Lisims LNG to announce major export deal with German company

Premier David Eby said Tuesday that a major liquefied natural gas export deal between B.C.’s Ksi Lisims LNG project and Germany would mark a significant step toward a final investment decision on the proposed multibillion-dollar facility.

Site C dam named after late premier John Horgan

The B.C. government has renamed the Site C dam after former premier John Horgan, despite his past opposition to the controversial hydroelectric megaproject.

Eby and Carney to meet as Alberta’s pipeline pitch gains momentum

Premier David Eby is set to press Prime Minister Mark Carney on B.C.'s economic priorities Wednesday as Alberta pushes ahead with plans for a new oil pipeline to the West Coast.

Ottawa, Alberta strike deal paving way for possible west coast pipeline by 2027

Ottawa and Alberta have struck a sweeping agreement that could fast-track approval of a new oil pipeline to British Columbia’s coast while reshaping federal carbon pricing and emissions policies.

Canada and B.C. to work with LNG Canada on getting Phase 2 to a final investment decision

The federal and B.C. governments say they are working with LNG Canada to advance a proposed second phase of the Kitimat export terminal, as the company moves toward a final investment decision expected in 2026.

BC Hydro advancing four new renewable energy projects including one in West Kelowna

Energy Minister Adrian Dix said expanding clean electricity is key to powering the province’s growth while maintaining affordability and reliability.

B.C.’s Eby warns Alberta’s reported carbon price deal would leave province at a disadvantage

B.C. Premier David Eby said he is concerned reports of a pending industrial carbon pricing deal between Ottawa and Alberta could leave British Columbia at a competitive disadvantage for major projects.