Coinciding with the new recycling program, which began in most B.C. communities this week, B.C. has updated the Province's recycling regulation to ensure small producers of packaging and printed paper are exempt.

The ski season may be over but BC Parks is still thinking about winter sports. Now is the opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to provide input on a new policy that will improve ski resorts within Cypress, Mount Seymour and E.C. Manning provincial parks.

Temporary safety measures restricting access to the parking lot at Sombrio Beach will be in effect over the Victoria Day long weekend to discourage illegal activities, which have taken place in past years.

Effective at noon on May 16, 2014, Category 3 open fires will be prohibited throughout the Cariboo Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.

Effective at noon on May 15, 2014, the size of open fires will be restricted in most of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public.

Due to dry conditions and increasing wildfire risks, Category 2 open fires (e.g., backyard burning) and fireworks use will be prohibited in the Fort St. John and Dawson Creek fire zones effective at 12 midnight MST on Monday, May 12, 2014.

Eleven members of the Conservation Officer Service are being recognized for going above and beyond to protect British Columbia's residents and natural resources.

The Conservation Officer Service is requesting the public's assistance in their investigation into the illegal killing of nine eagles in the Kamloops area.