Stories

Early results are in: Home of Tomorrow is the efficiency winner

A real-time study provides builders with facts to support higher efficiency.
May 3, 2018

Empower Me empowers new immigrants preparing for their first Canadian winter

See how this innovative program builds community connections and provides important energy tips to new immigrants.
February 6, 2018

Early snowfall provided this savvy homeowner with a heat-loss surprise

​An early snowfall in Kamloops provided ideal conditions to put a house to a heat loss test and what we found surprised even us.
December 12, 2017

How to get a free Energy Saving Kit if you need one

Energy Saving Kits help food bank clients and families in B.C. to stretch household budgets. Could you or someone you know use a free kit?
September 11, 2017

Inspiring new home love

Two BC builders are inspiring extra affection for their new homes with these energy-efficiency strategies.
September 7, 2017

The next big thing on rooftops

Those ubiquitous large metal boxes that sit on top of shopping malls, rec centres, offices and even apartment buildings are due for an energy-efficient overhaul, and Jim from FortisBC has some ideas on how to do it.
April 10, 2017

8 smart questions to ask before you rent or buy

Renting or buying your first home is an exciting time. Here’s how you can prevent higher than expected utility bills from ruining what should be a great experience.
April 7, 2017

Turning light bulbs into playgrounds

Creative fundraiser helps families save on energy costs while raising funds for local schools and scouting groups.
March 21, 2017

Early results are in: Home of Tomorrow is the efficiency winner

A real-time study provides builders with facts to support higher efficiency.
May 3, 2018

Empower Me empowers new immigrants preparing for their first Canadian winter

See how this innovative program builds community connections and provides important energy tips to new immigrants.
February 6, 2018

Early snowfall provided this savvy homeowner with a heat-loss surprise

​An early snowfall in Kamloops provided ideal conditions to put a house to a heat loss test and what we found surprised even us.
December 12, 2017

How to get a free Energy Saving Kit if you need one

Energy Saving Kits help food bank clients and families in B.C. to stretch household budgets. Could you or someone you know use a free kit?
September 11, 2017

Inspiring new home love

Two BC builders are inspiring extra affection for their new homes with these energy-efficiency strategies.
September 7, 2017

The next big thing on rooftops

Those ubiquitous large metal boxes that sit on top of shopping malls, rec centres, offices and even apartment buildings are due for an energy-efficient overhaul, and Jim from FortisBC has some ideas on how to do it.
April 10, 2017

8 smart questions to ask before you rent or buy

Renting or buying your first home is an exciting time. Here’s how you can prevent higher than expected utility bills from ruining what should be a great experience.
April 7, 2017

Turning light bulbs into playgrounds

Creative fundraiser helps families save on energy costs while raising funds for local schools and scouting groups.
March 21, 2017