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May 2025

Stay cool, and stay Canadian, eh? We've rounded up some locally made goods for all your summer fun, and smart energy use. Find out which rate option works for you with our online rate estimator. Also this month, a last chance to win big in our spring contest, a former math teacher's fun approach to Electrical Safety Week, and a visit to Coquitlam's first "green" school.

Dekerf bicycle pictured on a dock with mountains in the background

25 great Canadian products for a super summer

Looking to support local? Here are 25 Canadian-made products – from practical essentials to unique finds – designed, grown, or crafted right here at home.

Buy local, buy Canadian

Top stories

BC Hydro spokesperson Jaclyn plugs in an electric vehicle in a home garage
BC Hydro youth education manager, Nicole Viera, speaking in a school classroom
Solar panel on the roof of an elementary school
BC Hydro spokesperson Dave and Jaclyn surrounded by contest prizes

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Canadian energy management products

We've pulled together a list of energy management products from Canadian companies.

Find Canadian products

We've tripled our EV fast charging network in one year

By installing an average of more than one new charging port per day, our network now includes 591 charging ports across B.C.

Read our progress report

Spruce up your home this spring

Get up to $4,000 in rebates on energy-efficient heat pumps and enjoy a more comfortable home all year long.

Explore rebates

 

Stay safe when working outdoors

Many new workers take on outdoor, seasonal jobs with little to no training. Know the three keys to safety and take one of our in-person or online courses.

Get trained before you start work

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