Hydraulic fracturing is a technological process used to extract natural gas from shale rocks. Shale formations have very small pore spaces and low permeability, making the extraction of gas difficult. Hydraulic fracturing is required to increase the permeability of the rock and to facilitate the movement of gas up a wellbore.

In any given week, how do arts and culture influence your life?

In these past few weeks, the agricultural sector has been moving forward with great leaps and bounds into the future of farming and organic foods.

March 2, 2016, marks the first-ever Red Tape Reduction Day in British Columbia. It is a day to reflect on some of the ways that we can make things easier through red tape reduction.

Day in and day out over 55,000 farmers, ranchers, fishers, and food processors work around the many unique regions in our province to grow, catch, process, and deliver some of the best tasting, highest quality food to British Columbians.

Ask any small business owner what their biggest challenge is, and they’ll tell you it’s wading through red tape.

On Jan. 8, 2016, B.C.’s Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB) will introduce fee changes that aim to reduce wait times for tenancy dispute hearings.

2015 has been a busy and fulfilling year, and as the new year approaches, we look forward to continuing to work with our community partners to help more people find a safe and affordable place to call home.

October is small business month, and a good time to reflect on the hard work restauranteurs do all year round to create amazing food experiences for us to enjoy – and the unique challenges they face in running their business.

Every day, hundreds of non-profit housing providers help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in communities throughout B.C. As we move into the colder months, these dedicated providers will ensure additional shelter spaces are available so everyone has access to a safe, warm place at night.