B.C. invests $150 million to upgrade aging 911 emergency system

SAANICH, B.C. — The British Columbia government is investing millions to upgrade the 911 calling system, allowing for location tracking of callers and texting during emergencies. 
Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth says the $150-million investment will upgrade  the aging system to the Next Generation 911 system and make it more compatible with evolving technology. 
Oliver Gruter-Andrew, the CEO of E-Comm 911, which handles most of B.C.’s emergency calls, says the fu