Coalbed Gas Act aims to boost British Columbia energy future
The British Columbia government unveiled the Coalbed Gas Act to clarify coalbed gas rights and attract investment as part of the Heartlands Economic Strategy. Energy Minister Richard Neufeld touted up to 20 billion dollars in oil and gas investment by 2008 and noted nine experimental coalbed projects in the province. Dawson Creek RCMP look to reintroduce auxiliary police, with program officials citing training and limited enforcement roles while addressing concerns about arm availability and community interest.