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  1. 2026

    Hudson's Hope residents say B.C. Hydro poorly managed properties acquired for Site C

    Residents of Hudson's Hope, B.C. say B.C. Hydro has refused to sell or allow salvage of structures from properties purchased or expropriated for the Site C dam project, and that the vacant homes and grounds have not been well maintained. B.C. Hydro spokesperson Bob Gammer acknowledged community concern and said some homes deteriorated before demolition, adding that nine additional acquired properties are set for demolition this fall and that the utility has sold items and buildings from demolished properties in the past and will do so again where safe and practical.

  2. 2021

    BC Hydro announces fees for EV fast charging

    BC Hydro said it would begin charging electric vehicle owners using its fast-charging stations as of May 1, 2021, ending the previously free charging service. The BC Utilities Commission approved interim rates at different power levels.

  3. 2020

    BC Hydro rolls out COVID-19 customer relief package

    BC Hydro announced a three-month relief package for customers affected by COVID-19, including residential bill credits, forgiven small-business power bills and an option for large industrial customers to defer part of their bills.