BC Hydro

The North American electric industry has experienced dramatic changes in the past several years. Today, there are regional shortfalls in energy supply, wholesale electricity prices fluctuate daily, demand for electricity is increasing and deregulation continues to be a major issue in the energy industry. While British Columbia is blessed with an adequate supply of energy and BC Hydro has been able to maintain some of the lowest electricity prices in North America, predicting the future has never been more challenging.

BC Hydro will meet the challenges ahead. We are committed to our vision of being a competitive, commercial Crown corporation that provides superior value for our customers and our shareholder. As a result, the changes we have made and are making now are part of a long-term plan to ensure British Columbians have the energy necessary to meet their demands. With a commercial and business focus, BC Hydro will continue to provide our customers with superior service in the distribution of low cost, and reliable power now and into the future. BC Hydro management operates using several key policies. It is these principles and underlying values that will help us plan for the future.