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A new technology in British Columbia is transforming landfill gas into clean fuel using a single process instead of multiple expensive stages. The breakthrough could make renewable natural gas affordable for landfills of all sizes.
Columbia University's women's golf team just claimed their first Ivy League championship since 2007, rallying from behind to win by seven strokes. Sophomore Christine Chang's record-breaking final round sealed the historic victory at Baltusrol Golf Club.
Dozens of volunteers spent their Saturday painting, repairing, and packing care packages to reopen a homeless shelter that's been closed since fall. The Community Action Agency expects to welcome guests by June to the Sixth Street facility.
Columbia University researchers developed a way to forecast a solar panel's yearly energy production using just a single 360° photo. The breakthrough could make solar planning faster, cheaper, and more accurate for homeowners and businesses alike.
Kennedy Peacock earned a scholarship designed for students who've faced major obstacles and came out stronger. Five other Columbia County students also received awards to help fund their futures.
Coca-Cola Canada just quietly surpassed 40 electric semi trucks in its delivery fleet, proving clean transportation works even in freezing northern winters. The family-owned bottler is rolling out seven more Volvo electric semis this month across Quebec and British Columbia.
The BC Court of Appeal officially recognized the Nuchatlaht Nation's title to 210 square kilometers of their ancestral territory on Nootka Island, marking a historic legal victory after years of fighting for their rights. Ancient cedar trees, shaped by generations of Nuchatlaht stewardship, provided key evidence that helped win their case.
American fencers, including Columbia's Will Morrill, shattered records at the 2026 Junior and Cadet World Championships. Team USA claimed three gold medals, including the men's épée squad's first-ever world title in 28 years.
Scientists at the University of British Columbia created a biodegradable fruit wash that removes up to 94% of pesticide residue and keeps produce fresh for weeks. The innovation costs just three cents per apple and could soon be available for home use.
A new type of lithium refinery just opened in British Columbia, marking a major step toward building North America's own electric vehicle battery supply chain. The facility can produce enough battery material for 25,000 EVs per year using a cleaner, more efficient process than traditional methods.
Middle school, high school, and college students pitched their entrepreneurial dreams Shark Tank-style at Columbia College's Fish Tank Competition, with the youngest competitors stealing the show. Three students walked away with top prizes and validation that their ideas could change the world.
British Columbia is expanding job support services to 16 more communities, helping nearly 2,700 people facing complex barriers get personalized help finding work. The program meets people where they are with flexible timelines and wraparound support.
The Upper Nicola Band is bringing three pairs of endangered burrowing owls back to the wild next week, celebrating a decade of successful conservation. Their program has helped reverse a 90% population crash that nearly wiped out the species in western Canada.
A yearling beaver found unable to walk on a park trail is making her recovery at a Summerland wildlife center, complete with honey bandages and willow branches. Her journey back to health shows the dedicated care injured wildlife receive across British Columbia.
A railway construction project in Mexico just led to the discovery of 16 pre-Columbian cave paintings and petroglyphs spanning nearly 4,000 years of history. What could have been an archaeological disaster became a remarkable window into ancient Mesoamerican life.
Students and volunteers planted 500 trees at Rose Valley Regional Park, breathing new life into land damaged by the 2023 McDougall Creek wildfire. The community effort is part of a massive 20,000-plant restoration bringing healing and hope to British Columbia.
Mexico's campaign to bring stolen cultural treasures home has successfully recovered nearly 4,000 pre-Hispanic artifacts in just two years. The nation's "My Heritage Is Not For Sale" initiative continues protecting ancient Mesoamerican history from international auction houses.
Four British Columbia companies are expanding thanks to provincial funding that will create 101 new jobs across the region. From furniture makers to eco-friendly flooring, these businesses are scaling up to meet growing demand for locally made products.
A new charity chapter in Chilliwack, B.C. has delivered 19 handmade beds to children who were sleeping on the floor. Sleep in Heavenly Peace volunteers build beds at no cost for families struggling to provide this basic necessity.
Four British Columbia companies just received $6.75 million in provincial funding that will create 101 new manufacturing jobs across the region. The investments help local businesses expand production and meet growing demand for homegrown products.
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