Tag: Conservation Officer Service

B.C. officers issue $20K in fines for illegal campfires as bans remain in effect

The British Columbia Conservation Officer Service issued more than $20,000 in fines over the weekend after officers handed out 19 tickets for illegal campfires during patrols across the province.

Ex-conservation officer recommends changes to improve trust in wildlife service

VICTORIA, B.C.- A former Port Hardy conservation officer has written a report outlining ways to improve trust between the...

Bear Problems In BC Hike Startlingly

Human conflicts with bears are increasing across B.C. That's according to the Conservation Officer Service, who note over 10,000 documented...

COs warn motorists to watch out for bears

The Conservation Officer Service is reminding motorists to not stop to look at bears on the side of the...

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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Doug Chapman seeking re-election to Campbell River city council

First elected to Campbell River city council in 2022, Doug Chapman is seeking a second term.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.