Discover how the electrification trend in British Columbia, driven by the growing adoption of electric vehicles and clean energy initiatives, prompts BC Hydro s first call for 100% clean, renewable electricity in 15 years. With electricity demand predicted to surge by 15% by 2030, BC Hydro seeks new sources of power from larger scale projects, accelerating energy efficiency measures and expanding renewable energy acquisitions. Learn about the competitive process, Indigenous participation opportunities, and the role of the electricity sector in Canada s net-zero energy system. Stay informed with Bennett Jones Energy and Regulatory team.
Radha Curpen received Drishti Magazine s Inspiring Women Award on July 6, 2023. Drishti Magazine is a Canadian South Asian magazine focused on connecting the dots for business and building a healthy civil society.
On July 11, 2023, the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise announced the launch of two separate investigations into allegations that Uyghur forced labour was used in the supply chains and operations of two Canadian companies.
The Government of Canada published a Draft State of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances PFAS Report” Draft Report and Risk Management Scope for Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances PFAS Risk Management Scope on May 20, 2023. The Draft Report contains a draft assessment of the potential risks of PFAS, and proposes to conclude that all substances in the class of PFAS have the potential to cause harm to the environment and human health.
On April 18, 2023, the Government of Canada announced the launch of consultations under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 with respect to a Regulatory Framework that serves as the starting point for the proposed Recycled Content and Labelling for Plastic Products Regulations; and a Technical Paper outlining the reporting requirements for the federal plastics registry. The Government is moving forward with these initiatives in support of its Canada-wide Strategy on Zero Plastic Waste, which was adopted by the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment in November 2018.