Tag: Water

Experts say severe drought is the new normal, and B.C.’s water strategy is stuck in crisis mode

Environment Emily Joveski -
B.C. water experts say the province isn't doing enough to prepare for worsening drought as parts of the Interior face the highest drought rating for another dry summer.

Salmo residents advised of chlorination work

Village of Salmo My Nelson Now Staff -
The Village of Salmo is advising residents that its crew will begin chlorinating the community’s water system at midnight Wednesday, Oct. 1, through 7 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3.

Nelson water, sewer, and waste rates to go up in 2024

News Storrm Lennie -
Nelson city council has approved the 2024 rate increases for water, sewer, and waste, totaling 3.9 per cent.  In the...

Something in the water in Silverton

News Justin Baumgardner -
The Village of Silverton says it’s taking action to ensure residents have safe water after a recent review of...

Water quality advisory issued in South Slocan

News Greg Nesteroff -
The Regional District of Central Kootenay has issued a water quality advisory for users on the South Slocan water system. They say it's...

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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Kootenay unemployment rate dips to 4.9% in September

Labour
The jobless rate in the Kootenays stood at 4.9 per cent in September, down from 5.8 per cent the previous month and six per cent a year earlier.

Blue eyed beauty ready for adoption at BC SPCA

Community
Meet Blue, our Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BC SPCA West Kootenay Branch, in Castlegar!

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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