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BCUC Approves FortisBC Energy Inc. Okanagan Capacity Mitigation Project

March 04, 2025

VANCOUVER – On March 3, 2025, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) approved FortisBC Energy Inc.’s (FortisBC) application for its Okanagan Capacity Mitigation Project.

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BCUC Issues Updated Guidelines for Thermal Energy Systems in BC

February 26, 2025

VANCOUVER – Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) completed its review of the Thermal Energy Systems (TES) Regulatory Framework Guidelines and issued revised TES Guidelines and new exemption orders for public utilities who provide heating and/or cooling services in British Columbia.

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Thermal Energy Systems Regulatory Framework Changes – Information for TES Providers

February 26, 2025

Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) issued changes to its regulatory framework for thermal energy systems (TES) in British Columbia, which are effective immediately. This bulletin provides information for TES Providers and highlights key changes to the BCUC’s TES class exemptions and TES Guidelines.

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BCUC Approves Rate Design Changes for BC Hydro’s Residential Service and Non-Integrated Areas

February 24, 2025

VANCOUVER – Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) approved changes to BC Hydro’s rate design for its residential customers and customers in its non-integrated service areas, among other items, effective April 1, 2025.

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BCUC Named One of British Columbia’s Top Employers for 2025

February 11, 2025

VANCOUVER – Today, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) was named one of British Columbia’s (BC) Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc., the organizer of Canada’s Top 100 Employers annual project.

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The BCUC was named one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025, for the sixth year in a row. See what makes the BCUC a great place to work and why we were recognized for this achievement.

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