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Cooperatives around the world operate according to the same set of seven core principles and values, adopted by the International Co-operative Alliance.

While placing signs on rural power poles may seem like an inexpensive way to advertise, it is against the law and dangerous to Powerline Technicians.

A guy-wire, guy-line, or guy-rope, also known as simply a guy, is a tensioned cable designed to add stability to a free-standing structure.

The size of farm equipment has significantly increased since the 1950s, but the height of power lines has remained the same.

What makes Battle River Power Coop different from the rest? YOU do!

Battle River Power Coop’s location is as central as possible for the members in our service area, in the Ervick subdivision near Camrose, at the junction of Highways 13 and 21.

The past 20 years of Battle River Power Coop history are defined by its development into a fully operational electricity distribution utility.

Battle River Power Coop has a proud history going back 71 years. The story began with Alberta farmers who formed cooperative Rural Electrification Associations (REAs) and built their own electricity distribution systems.

Thunderstorm season in Alberta is now upon us. Lightning can damage powerlines, power poles, and other electrical structures. Any scenario involving powerline damage, whether by a direct lightning strike or a tree striking the line, is a reason for an immediate call to your electricity provider.

May 25-29, 2020 is Alberta Rural Health Week when we have the opportunity to recognize the contributions of the rural Alberta health-care providers and community volunteers who go above and beyond to support health care and health-care providers in their communities.