November 2026

Connected: Power smart tips, ideas, and stories

In this month's edition

🚨	The easiest safety quizzes you'll ever take
📱	There's an app for that + daily contests
🌡️	Did someone say free thermostats?

A fallen tree over a power line crosses a road. In the foreground is a BC Hydro bucket truck.

The easiest safety quizzes you'll ever take

You'll likely get a perfect score. That's the point.

Think you know what to do around a downed power line? Take our quick safety quizzes, learn the two numbers every British Columbian should remember, 10 metres and 911, and enter for a chance to win an emergency kit.

Enter to win

Top stories

BC Hydro spokespeople Dave and Jaclyn point to a phone screen in Jaclyn's hand, showing off the BC Hydro app

There's an app for that – B.C. edition

Start by downloading the new BC Hydro app to manage your electricity use, earn rewards, and receive outage updates. Then fill your homescreen with apps that help you make the most out of life in B.C.

Download your new favourite app ➜

Want free smart thermostats? Start here

We're giving away smart thermostats for customers with electric baseboard heating. And if you don't qualify, you'll still find smart ways to stay cozy, comfortable, and energy-wise as temperatures drop.

Get started ➜

BC Hydro spokespeople Dave and Jaclyn high five each other

Don't miss your chance to earn

For a limited time, Team Power Smart members can earn double the usual reward. Start a Reduction Challenge before January 15 and reduce your annual electricity use by 10% to pocket $100.

Claim the double reward ➜

Recent updates

Hit the road ready for winter

Cold temperatures bring unique challenges for EV and gas-powered vehicle drivers alike. Brush up on these winter driving essentials before you hit the road.

Read the guide

Stay one step ahead of scammers

Fraudsters may contact you by phone, text, email, or online ads while pretending to be BC Hydro. Knowing the signs can help keep your information and money safe.

Protect yourself

Don't get left in the dark

The BC Hydro app makes it easy to check outages, receive updates, and stay informed during storm season.

Stay informed

Tips and more

Crispy, convenient, and on sale

Save on select air fryers before these limited time offers disappear. You'll also find savings on ENERGY STAR® refrigerators, washers, and dryers.

Browse deals ➜

Cooler days, new rewards

Peak Saver is back for the season. Whether you prefer a hands-on challenge or to sit back and leave it to us, there are different options to earn rewards during peak events.

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