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What it takes to keep your electricity flowing during a wildfire
The Nk’Mip Creek wildfire destroyed around 32 electricity structures in the area.
Here’s how we kept electricity flowing for our customers.
May 8, 2022
Top common causes of gas line damage and how to avoid them
Learn the mistakes other people have made, so you can avoid safety hazards and costly repairs.
May 3, 2022
5 cautionary tales to ensure safe digging
Last year, there were more than 972 incidents of damaged natural gas lines. Find out what happens after a homeowner or contractor damages a line.
July 13, 2021
BC’s outdoor spaces are putting smiles on people’s faces
Learn from some passionate non-profit groups on what we can do to enjoy local trails and other valuable outdoor areas safely and responsibly.
June 8, 2021
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
The costly truth about your old furnace
Some homes are still heated with old, inefficient furnaces & homeowners are unaware. With winter almost here & double rebates available for a limited time, how does yours stack up?
October 9, 2020
Want to save money, maintain the life of gas appliances and stay cosy?
Regular maintenance keeps your furnace, fireplace and tankless water heater running safely and more efficiently. Plus we’ve got rebates.
September 14, 2020
Calling all gamers: how virtual reality is keeping us safe
The use for virtual reality extends beyond games and entertainment—it’s helping provide our staff with the skills they need to work safely on our equipment while they maintain and modify the system. Here’s how.
July 27, 2020
What it takes to keep your electricity flowing during a wildfire
The Nk’Mip Creek wildfire destroyed around 32 electricity structures in the area.
Here’s how we kept electricity flowing for our customers.
May 8, 2022
Top common causes of gas line damage and how to avoid them
Learn the mistakes other people have made, so you can avoid safety hazards and costly repairs.
May 3, 2022
5 cautionary tales to ensure safe digging
Last year, there were more than 972 incidents of damaged natural gas lines. Find out what happens after a homeowner or contractor damages a line.
July 13, 2021
BC’s outdoor spaces are putting smiles on people’s faces
Learn from some passionate non-profit groups on what we can do to enjoy local trails and other valuable outdoor areas safely and responsibly.
June 8, 2021
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
The costly truth about your old furnace
Some homes are still heated with old, inefficient furnaces & homeowners are unaware. With winter almost here & double rebates available for a limited time, how does yours stack up?
October 9, 2020
Want to save money, maintain the life of gas appliances and stay cosy?
Regular maintenance keeps your furnace, fireplace and tankless water heater running safely and more efficiently. Plus we’ve got rebates.
September 14, 2020
Calling all gamers: how virtual reality is keeping us safe
The use for virtual reality extends beyond games and entertainment—it’s helping provide our staff with the skills they need to work safely on our equipment while they maintain and modify the system. Here’s how.
July 27, 2020