Tag: British Columbia
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Ksi Lisims LNG and North Coast Transmission Line: Canada’s Fast-Track Approval Ambition
Overview: What is the Ksi Lisims LNG project? The Ksi Lisims LNG facility, located in northern British Columbia, is among several large infrastructure proposals Canada is considering for accelerated permitting and approval. The project comprises a liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facility and an associated North Coast Transmission Line, intended to deliver power to the…
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Ksi Lisims LNG: What the Fast-Track Review Means for B.C.’s North Coast Project
Overview: What is Ksi Lisims LNG? The Ksi Lisims LNG project is a proposed liquefied natural gas facility and supporting infrastructure in northern British Columbia, Canada. It aims to export LNG to international markets by cooling natural gas into liquid form for easier transport by ships. In Canada’s political and regulatory climate, projects of this…
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BC’s Respiratory Illness Season: What This Year Looks Like So Far
What the early numbers suggest British Columbia is several weeks into its fall vaccination campaign, and early indicators point to a respiratory illness season that could test hospitals, workplaces, and households alike. Health authorities are watching trends for influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19, alongside other common cold- and flu-like illnesses. While precise counts…
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BC Respiratory Illness Season: Early Trends and What It Means for You
Overview: A Season of Sniffles and Coughs in British Columbia As autumn landscapes—maple leaves and misty mornings—signal the start of respiratory illness season, residents of British Columbia are paying closer attention to what the next few weeks may bring. Health authorities have launched their fall vaccination campaigns, and early indicators point to a season that…
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How BC’s Respiratory Illness Season Is Shaping Up This Year
What this respiratory illness season might look like in British Columbia As fall settles in, British Columbians are again navigating a familiar mix: sniffles, coughs, and the familiar chorus of notices about respiratory illnesses. Health officials emphasize that while seasonality is predictable, the exact mix of influenza, RSV, and other respiratory pathogens can vary from…
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BC public service workers ratify wage deal with province
Overview: A landmark ratification for BC public service workers British Columbia’s public service workers, represented by the BC General Employees’ Union (BCGEU), have overwhelmingly voted to ratify a new agreement with the provincial government. The settlement guarantees a three per cent general wage increase each year for the next four years, marking a significant milestone…
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BCGEU ratifies wage deal with BC government: 3% annual raises
Overview: A new four-year agreement The British Columbia General Employees’ Union (BCGEU) announced that its members have overwhelmingly voted to ratify a new collective agreement with the provincial government. The deal secures a three per cent general wage increase each year for the next four years, signaling a stable pay framework for BC public service…
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Surrey Neurologist Wins Award to Advance Parkinson’s Research
Recognition for Groundbreaking Parkinson’s Research in Surrey A Surrey Memorial Hospital neurologist has been honored for his important work in Parkinson’s disease research. Dr. Jason Chan has received the 2025 Michael Smith Health Research BC Health Professional-Investigator Award, underscoring the community’s commitment to advancing treatments and improving the lives of people living with Parkinson’s. The…
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Surrey neurologist wins award to advance Parkinson’s disease research
Surrey neurologist earns top honor to advance Parkinson’s research Dr. Jason Chan, a physician-scientist at Surrey Memorial Hospital, has been recognized with the 2025 Michael Smith Health Research BC Health Professional-Investigator Award. The prestigious honor comes with significant funding intended to accelerate cutting-edge Parkinson’s disease research and improve patient outcomes across British Columbia. What the…
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Surrey Neurologist Wins Prestigious Award to Accelerate Parkinson’s Disease Research
Surrey Neurologist Honored for Parkinson’s Disease Research In a significant milestone for Canadian medical research, Dr. Jason Chan, a neurologist at Surrey Memorial Hospital, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Michael Smith Health Research BC Health Professional-Investigator Award. The prestigious honor comes with substantial funding aimed at advancing Parkinson’s disease research and translating…