B.C. families to benefit from lower BC Hydro rates

VANCOUVER – Minister of Energy and Mines Rich Coleman today announced the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) has been directed by the provincial government to reduce BC Hydro’s rate increases over three years by 50 per cent.

Affordable housing for employed adults opens in Victoria

VICTORIA – Working individuals now have greater access to housing at Pembroke Mews, a new 25-unit affordable rental development for low- to moderate-income adults in Victoria.

Mines Act permit issued for Treasure Mountain

HOPE – Huldra Silver Inc. was issued a Mines Act permit today for its Treasure Mountain silver mine, located approximately 29 km east of Hope and 40 km west of Princeton announced Rich Coleman, Minister of Energy and Mines.

B.C. launches Columbia River Treaty Review consultation

VICTORIA – The Province will consult with First Nations and residents of the Columbia River Basin to ensure regional interests help shape the future of the Columbia River Treaty.

B.C. seizing on global demand for mining

VANCOUVER – A long-term plan designed to develop the mining industry and create jobs to support B.C. families was announced by Minister of Energy and Mines Rich Coleman.

Regulation fuels B.C.’s natural gas transportation sector

VICTORIA – The greenhouse gas reduction regulation will help diversify and increase the market for natural gas in British Columbia’s transportation sector as well as deliver on our Natural Gas Strategy, announced Minister of Energy and Mines Rich Coleman.