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What's the Air like Today:
Air Quality Health Index (AQHI)
Available for Prince George, the AQHI is a health protection tool that helps you understand the impact of the current air quality on your health. It is updated each hour and includes a forecast for today and tomorrow. It can be used to help guide your activties for the day, particularly for people with respiratory or heart conditions, children, and the elderly.
http://www.bcairquality.ca/readings/aqhi.xml
Air Quality Complaints Hotline
Local air quality concerns can be directed to the Ministry of Environment at:Dial Toll Free: 1-877-952-7277 (RAPP)Online Form: http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/cos/rapp/form.htm
General Inquiries
If you have a concern or suggestion on how to improve air quality please complete our online inquiry form or phone us at 250-612-0252. If you have a concern about a specific regulated activity or sector, please view our new Air Quality Complaints Quick Reference Guide for agency contact information.
What You Can Do
As an individual, there are some simple steps you can take everyday to help improve air quality, and the health of your family and neighbors:
- Drive Less. If you can't get by without a vehicle, try reducing the amount you drive by carpooling, taking transit, walking, or cycling a few times a week. Plan your driving trips ahead of time for the most efficient route that combines multiple errands. Take the PGAIR Pledge to Drive Smart for Clean Air.
- Maintain Your Vehicle. Vehicles that are regularly serviced produce less air pollution, waste less fuel, and have longer lifespans. Get regular oil changes and tune-ups. A tune-up can improve the fuel efficiency of your car by 15% and up to 50% if your car has not been regularly maintained. Don’t tamper with your vehicle’s emissions controls.
- Avoid Idling. It wastes fuel, time, money, and is hard on your engine. In cold climates, a block heater on a timer is a more efficient way to warm up your engine. Driving slowly for the first minute is also a more effective way to warm up the whole vehicle, instead of idling for a long time...
Recent News
PGAIR is a Participant in the CN Carbon Reduction Project for Business in 2018
August 23, 2018
PGAIR is proud to have taken part in the CN Carbon Reduction Project for Business. This project, facilitated by the Prince George Chamber of Commerce, performed a carbon footprint analysis of PGAIR’s 2018 North Central BC Clean Air Forum. This innovative partnership worked to improve local air quality through the reduction of fossil fuel usage.
PGAIR is also proud to be a a funding partner for the 2018 Summer Carbon Internship.
The Chamber of Commerce's past and future carbon reduction projects can be found by clicking here. Within the past year, four businesses/projects have demonstrated interest in becoming carbon neutral due to the Chamber's initiatives.
Register Now for the 2018 Clean Air Forum or Free Public Air Quality Session
May 10, 2018
For more information or to register for the 2018 Clean Air Forum, visit our 2018 Clean Air Forum webpage.
Ticket prices:
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June 4th Workshop: Free (By invitation only. Please contact PGAIR to request an invitation).
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June 5th Forum: $50 ($30 student/non-profit)
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Prince George District Energy System Tour: Included in full forum ticket price (limited space)
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Ride n Drive Event: Included in full forum ticket price (limited space)
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Public Evening Session: Free
PGAIR Releases Final Report of Phase 3 Air Quality Management Plan
April 26, 2018
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Help Clear the Air - Be a Volunteer!
As an individual, you can help Clear the Air by following these simple Tips. The Prince George Air Improvement Roundtable [PGAIR] welcomes volunteers to assist with upcoming projects or programs aimed at improving air quality. If you are interested in volunteering, please email us.
What's in the Air?
Visit our Air Quality Info page to find out more about the main pollutants in Prince George and other BC communities, their health effects, where they come from, and some Frequently Asked Questions.
Wood Stove Exchange Program
Recieve a $500 to $650 cash rebate for exchanging your old smoky wood burning appliance to a new low emissions wood burning, gas, or pellet appliance!
The 2018 PGAIR Woodstove Exchange Program is now open!
If you burn wood, burn responsibly and protect your health. Find out how you can get more heat and less smoke with Burnie's tips for clean burning.
The City of Prince George has Free Fare on Clean Air Day
Air Quality Teaching Resources for Educators
Drive Smart for Clean Air
Do you drive a vehicle for work or home use? Driving smart is one of the easiest and best things you can do to help reduce your impact on the air we all breathe. Read about myths, facts, tips, and take the Drive Smart Pledge here.
