At the 37th annual Police Honours Night at Government House, 106 deserving women and men of law enforcement were recognized for their bravery and dedication.

George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, and Michelle Mungall, Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, have decided to issue an environmental assessment (EA) certificate to IDM Mining Ltd. (IDM) for the Red Mountain Underground Gold Project (Red Mountain).

As this winter has been unusually snowy, outdoor enthusiasts, such as hikers, skiers, snowshoers, snowboarders and snowmobilists, are urged to check the avalanche forecast before venturing into remote areas at: www.avalanche.ca

A series of winter storms since the start of the year have created a complex snowpack in many of British Columbia’s backcountry recreation areas.

Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General and Minister Responsible for Emergency Preparedness, has issued the following statement on backcountry recreation safety:

There are plenty of opportunities for unforgettable winter experiences throughout British Columbia, and Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General and Minister Responsible for Emergency Preparedness Mike Farnworth is urging all outdoor enthusiasts to make safety their top priority.

Motorists should expect delays on the Trans-Canada Highway throughout the next three weeks near Revelstoke, for the installation of Remote Avalanche Control Systems at Three Valley Bluffs.