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The number of hazardous spills in British Columbia has trended upward over the last several years, making it even more important for the government to prepare, Auditor General Michael Pickup says. His latest report released Tuesday says the Ministry of Environment is not effectively managing hazardous spills in the province, and is using a decade-old response plan and data that is not easily accessible. “Whether it’s fuel from a motor-vehicle incident or a leak from a sunken or grounded boat, thousands of spills are reported every year and the number has trended higher,” Pickup said in a statement . . . . CLICK HERE for the full story

Today, an exciting post filled with intrigue, suspense, ethics, chaos and more!!!  No … actually it’s about GARBAGE.  I know, NOT exciting at all, however a topic with is important if the next generation isn’t to be overrun by it.  A week and a half ago (September 8 th ) the Government of BC, issued a media release , " Changes to Organic Matter Recycling Regulation proposed " .  The Organic Matter Recycling Regulation ( OMRR) is currently undergoing a comprehensive review to, as the government states, ensure it remains protective of human health and the environment. The 2018 Intentions Paper is now available for review, and comment, with those interested invited to submit comments by November 8 th , to be considered in preparing the proposed revisions to the regulation. Review the 2018 Intentions Paper (PDF) In reading through the media release and intentions paper, I was interested to note that food scraps, grass clippings, and ani...