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| 18 Feb, 2018 |
North Shore Governments Team Up for “Efficient New Home Zone” As of July 1, 2018, the District of West Vancouver, the City of North Vancouver, and the District of North Vancouver will require that all Part 9 new-home builders meet the requirements of Step 3 of the BC Energy Step Code. |
| 13 Feb, 2018 |
New Report: Climate Change and Cities The Urban Climate Change Research Network (UCCRN) has finalized its Second Assessment Report on climate change and cities, and now presents its Summary Report for City Leaders. |
| 07 Feb, 2018 |
Advancing Municipal Natural Asset Management: The Town of Gibsons’ experience in financial planning & reporting The Town of Gibsons recently released Advancing Municipal Natural Asset Management document, produced in partnership with the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative (MNAI) team to share Gibsons’ experience in developing a natural asset management strategy so that other local governments may refine and replicate their approach. |
| 06 Feb, 2018 |
Announcing the 2018 Sustainable Communities Award winners FCM's Sustainable Communities Awards celebrate the most innovative environmental initiatives in Canadian cities and communities of all sizes. Through these awards, FCM recognizes and celebrates sustainability leaders and trailblazers in municipalities across Canada. Fidn out who are the recipients of FCM’s 2018 Sustainable Communities Awards. |
| 01 Feb, 2018 |
Upcoming Course in Community Energy Management Community Energy Association is partnering with BC Institute of Technology to deliver the six online courses that qualify students to write the certification exam in Community Energy Management. Next course, Community-Based Renewable Energy starts Feb. 14 – Mar. 23, 2018. |
| 01 Feb, 2018 |
CEA 2018 Funding Guide Released
The Community Energy Association has just released its updated funding guide. Learn about various grants and loans that are available to financially support their climate change and energy initiatives.
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| 31 Jan, 2018 |
Smart Communities Challenge Webinars
ICF Canada will be hosting the free Webinar, featuring Purdue Professor Roberto Gallardo and ICF’s Executive Director, Robert Bell, who will be joined by panelists from across British Columbia. John G. Jung, ICF’s Chairman and Co-Founder and Susan Stanford, Executive Lead, Ministry of Citizens' Services, Victoria, BC will co-moderate the session.
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| 24 Jan, 2018 |
Enhanced BikeBC and B.C. Air Access programs support green transportation, safer communities This year, communities throughout British Columbia will get new opportunities to make local transportation safer, greener and more affordable, thanks to enhancements made to the Province’s BikeBC and B.C. Air Access programs. |
| 17 Jan, 2018 |
Changes to FCM MCIP Grants FCM has recently announced a change to receiving grant applications for its Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program (MCIP). |
| 16 Jan, 2018 |
The Ville de Montréal and ICLEI are seeking solutions - circular economy The Ville de Montréal, in collaboration with ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Climate CoLab, just launched an international contest on circular economy! |
| 09 Jan, 2018 |
GCC Communiqué - BC Recycling Regulation and changes to the Green Communities Committee Carbon Neutral Framework In May 2014, under the BC Recycling Regulation, responsibility for end-of-life management of residential packaging and printed paper shifted to the businesses that produce these materials. |
| 03 Jan, 2018 |
Province invests in community-owned clean energy projects The Province is supporting local governments and First Nations investments in projects that will lower energy costs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lead to more affordable and sustainable community infrastructure. |
| 03 Jan, 2018 |
Cycling Infrastructure Funding - Deadline February 9, 2018 BikeBC Program now accepts applications for funding for projects that improve safety for cyclists. BikeBC will provide up to 50% of the total eligible project costs. Funding for cycling infrastructure projects may also be available through the New Building Canada Fund — Small Communities Fund. |
| 20 Dec, 2017 |
Funding Guide for Clean Energy Projects
The Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources released its updated funding guide – List of Funding Opportunities for Clean Energy Projects Led by/for First Nations and Local Governments.
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| 13 Dec, 2017 |
Toolkit Newsletter: Climate Action Updates for BC Local Governments - Winter 2017
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| 05 Dec, 2017 |
Increased rebates encourage switch to electric work vehicles Zero-emission specialty vehicles rebate program is now available to local and regional governments, businesses, organizations and individuals in BC. |
| 03 Dec, 2017 |
Upcoming Courses in Community Energy Management Certificate in Community Energy Management program offers an opportunity to gain expertise in developing and implementing CEEPs and using renewable energy to reduce their GHG emissions. |
| 28 Nov, 2017 |
Defining and Scoping Municipal Natural Assets This report proposes a new definition for Municipal Natural Assets and outlines the scope of the Municipal Natural Asset Management (MNAM) approach. |
| 28 Nov, 2017 |
Federal Policies for Low-Carbon Buildings: A blueprint to implement the Pan-Canadian Framework buildings strategy
Take a look at the new blueprint by Équiterre and the Pembina Institute that offers a suite of ambitious and practical policies aimed at ensuring rapid implementation of the building commitments outlined in the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change
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| 23 Nov, 2017 |
Smart Cities Challenge competition is now open to Canadian Communities of All Sizes! Canadian communities of all sizes that take the Smart Cities Challenge now have a chance to win one of four prizes (up to $50 million) for implementation of projects that use data and connected technology to bring about meaningful outcomes for residents. |
