British Columbia

Energy savings are for real, and they’re better bulbs now

Last month’s energy audit left me with lots of challenges about getting “the building envelope” of my little house up to a higher standard.

The late Mayor Calvin Kruk posthumously received a Project Porchlight 2009 Catalyst Award.

Late Dawson Creek Mayor Calvin Kruk is being honoured by an international environmental group for bringing Project Porchlight to BC, and in particular, Dawson Creek. Kruk was recognized posthumously in Ottawa last week when he was presented with the One Change Catalyst Award.

Calvin Kruk recognized posthumously as a Catalyst by United Nations Environment Programme at One Change gala event in Ottawa.

Faith Kruk and son Austin on hand at National Gallery to accept Award on behalf of the late Mayor of Dawson Creek, Calvin Kruk.

Earth Day. Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Great Hall, National Gallery of Canada

Sarah Falcon, Scout Leader

For Christine Todd, nothing is more important than teaching her seven-year-old daughter, MaKayla, that she has the power to make a difference. “I’m trying to set a good example for her by doing volunteer projects,” says Christine, who works as Vice-Principal at a Fort St. John, BC elementary school.

This fall, EnCana representative Jeff Beale has been busier than Santa on Christmas eve! He’s accompanied our team across western Canada, making sure that every community receives a bag full of goodies (including several free CFLs).

Amy Strachan has made a lifelong commitment to preparing today’s youth for the future. During work hours, that means teaching Grade 2 students at Fort Nelson’s Chalo School. In the evenings and on weekends, that means leading the First Northern Rockies Girl Guides.