Manhole connector caused massive Vancouver power outage

The cause of a July power outage in Vancouver that left thousands without electricity for three days has been identified as an overheated connector in a manhole. An independent report said that the utility...

Downtown Vancouver without power for second day

We welcome more information about the continuing power outage in Downtown Vancouver. Please add your footage and comments below.Update 3:21 PDT  Telus is struggling alongside B.C. Hydro to restore phone...

"Let There Be Light" -BC Hydro-

Over these few months, BC Hydro has constantly broadcasting their message through TV commercial to send encouragement across the province of British Columbia to turn off their lights when not needed. Their message...

90,000 still without power after BC Storm

Many British Columbians will have to keep the candles out for a little while longer..."Ninety thousand BC Hydro customers were still without power Tuesday morning as crews continued to repair damage from the massive storm on Sunday and Monday.""It could be Wednesday before...

Tolme & 10th Car Accident

A SUV found its way onto the sidewalk just before 11 am on Sunday.  Police had surrounded the car and there appeared to be no injuries.  The truck knocked over the wall of the BC Hydro Building.

Turn It Off! British Columbia

May 16th, 2007: Shut 'er down BC!! Here's a news flash: Vancouver is smack dab in the middle of a 30 Days of Sustainability celebration and affirmation. (Find the month-long schedule of events here.) This Wednesday is the official "Turn It Off! British Columbia" Day. It's...

Heavy Winds Threaten to Bring Down Power Lines in Point Grey

Heavy winds over the last few days have been pulling down branches and damaging powerlines near UBC.  BC Hydro crews were on the scene yesterday repairing the damage.  Winds in the area have now died down.

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