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| 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. |
| 12 Nov, 2017 |
Investments Make Port Coquitlam More Bike Friendly Bike racks as public art, green pavement paint marking and more signed bike routes are among the City of Port Coquitlam's latest steps to be more bike-friendly. |
| 12 Nov, 2017 |
Fort St. John Receives Community of the Year Award for their engagement in development of clean energy in BC The City of Fort St. John has been awarded Community of the Year by Clean Energy BC. This award recognizes excellence by a community engaged in the development of clean energy in British Columbia. The award acknowledges excellence in any or all aspects of community engagement, including but not limited to education, awareness, and involvement in a clean energy project. |
| 07 Nov, 2017 |
City of North Vancouver raises building standards to combat GHG emissions City of North Vancouver council unanimously endorsed new construction guidelines in accordance with the B.C. Energy Step Code. |
| 07 Nov, 2017 |
City of Kelowna's Innovation Investment Gets Global Attentions The City of Kelowna is among the 21 smartest cities in the world, based on its approach and investment in technologies to address community goals. City’s Climate Action Plan is only one of the areas of focus among other thing. |
| 01 Nov, 2017 |
City of Rossland reaches Milestone 3 in the Climate Protection program (PCP) City of Rossland on reaches both Corporate and Community Milestone 3 in the FCM-ICLEI Partners for Climate Protection program (PCP). |
| 23 Oct, 2017 |
New team to help British Columbia meet climate goals, grow economy A new advisory council introduced today by Environment and Climate Change Strategy Minister George Heyman will provide strategic advice to government on areas of focus for climate action that go hand in hand with economic growth. |
| 18 Oct, 2017 |
Provincial Infrastructure Grants Help Local Governments Plan Ahead Thirty communities throughout British Columbia are receiving a boost in funding of $282,000 in grants to help local governments plan, design and manage sustainable infrastructure. |
| 11 Oct, 2017 |
The 2016 CARIP Summary Report highlights climate action achievements by BC local governments
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| 05 Oct, 2017 |
Asset management training for Canadian municipalities Federation of Canadian Municipalities selected 22 partner organizations from across Canada to receive $3.6 million in grant funding to design and deliver asset management training to municipalities. Through this initiative, Canadian cities and communities of all sizes will be able to access 60 training activities between September 2017 and June 2018. |
| 03 Oct, 2017 |
2017 UBCM Community Excellence Award Winners Local governments were recognized for innovative approaches to service delivery in an awards ceremony at the 2017 UBCM Convention Thursday, September 29th. The awards showcase municipalities and regional districts that take risks to innovate, establish new partnerships, and pioneer new customer service practices. |
| 03 Oct, 2017 |
2017 Climate & Energy Action Award Winners The Honourable George Heyman, Minister of Environment & Climate Change Strategy presented awards recognizing the leadership of B.C. local governments and public sector organizations at the Union of BC Municipalities convention. |
2016 CARIP report summary offers a glimpse into the local government climate action leadership and the initiatives they've taken across BC.
