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5 stops to charge-up on your EV road trip through the Okanagan

Planning to recharge yourself with a road trip in the Okanagan this summer? We’ve got you covered with our top spots to charge your EV while you explore.
August 3, 2022

Why Environment Management Plans matter in maintaining reliable energy and wildlife habitats

We own and operate four dams along the Kootenay River and understand it’s important to protect the natural spaces around our operations.
June 8, 2022

See how record investment is paying off in energy savings

Record investment in energy efficiency programs paid off in cost savings for customers and is having an impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
May 26, 2022

How we safely restore your electricity after a wildfire

Here's how we keep electricity flowing for our customers during wildfire season
May 8, 2022

What it takes to restore power after a winter windstorm

A January windstorm brought with it some of the most extreme and challenging conditions our power line technicians face in the field.
February 11, 2021

7 tips to help you save on your energy bills during a cold snap

Colder than usual temperatures can lead to higher monthly energy bills but we have some tips to help manage your winter energy use.
January 12, 2021

Top 3 myths about dams and your safety

Learn about the top three myths about dams, recreational activities and public safety.
June 8, 2020

This is what actually happens when you click or call BC 1 Call

A first time homeowner tells us the steps she took to ensure she didn’t hit any utilities in her backyard when installing a French drain.
May 5, 2020

5 stops to charge-up on your EV road trip through the Okanagan

Planning to recharge yourself with a road trip in the Okanagan this summer? We’ve got you covered with our top spots to charge your EV while you explore.
August 3, 2022

Why Environment Management Plans matter in maintaining reliable energy and wildlife habitats

We own and operate four dams along the Kootenay River and understand it’s important to protect the natural spaces around our operations.
June 8, 2022

See how record investment is paying off in energy savings

Record investment in energy efficiency programs paid off in cost savings for customers and is having an impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
May 26, 2022

How we safely restore your electricity after a wildfire

Here's how we keep electricity flowing for our customers during wildfire season
May 8, 2022

What it takes to restore power after a winter windstorm

A January windstorm brought with it some of the most extreme and challenging conditions our power line technicians face in the field.
February 11, 2021

7 tips to help you save on your energy bills during a cold snap

Colder than usual temperatures can lead to higher monthly energy bills but we have some tips to help manage your winter energy use.
January 12, 2021

Top 3 myths about dams and your safety

Learn about the top three myths about dams, recreational activities and public safety.
June 8, 2020

This is what actually happens when you click or call BC 1 Call

A first time homeowner tells us the steps she took to ensure she didn’t hit any utilities in her backyard when installing a French drain.
May 5, 2020