What a stupid ruling.  Zero emissions target ?  Come on get real.  Look at all the cars on the road !  B.C. is totally car dependent due to suburban sprawl including Vancouver.  How about dealing with this issue first and foremost and increase public transportation systems to get people out of their cars.
I want gas heating, a gas stove and gas fireplaces in my home and I should be able to find it in a new build.   It is definitely a preferable heat source to use , cook with and is more affordable than electricity.
Give us a break !