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British Columbia is a province with a rich mining history and a wealth of mining potential yet undiscovered. Early mining operations brought gold and coal to the surface; today, these and many other valuable minerals are bringing prosperit...
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More Than Just Fresh Ice
EVR donated an electric ice resurfacer wrapped to look like a mining haul truck to the Elkford Recreation Centre. The donation reflects broader community investment strategies by mining companies to support local youth and maintain skilled workforce retention in resource-based communities.
Don't call it a comeback
Sparwood, BC is undergoing a major transformation with Elk Valley Resources building a new 550-person central office and the community shifting from transient workforce housing to family-oriented developments. The town is positioning itself to become a hub for mining innovation and ancillary services by 2030.
Opinion: Canada's Railway Strike Exposes the Perils of Privatized Infrastructure for West Coast Resources
An opinion piece examines how Canada's recent railway strike exposed critical vulnerabilities in the country's privatized rail infrastructure, which is essential for transporting West Coast resources including minerals, oil, and gas. The article argues that railways built with public investment but now privately controlled create single-point-of-failure risks for Canada's resource economy.
Tent Mountain green energy plan: triple solution
Montem Resources is developing a triple-tier green energy project at their former Tent Mountain coal mine, combining wind power, pumped hydroelectric energy storage, and hydrogen production. The unique landscape features two water reservoirs separated by 300 metres of elevation, creating ideal conditions for energy storage. The company expects to complete cost estimates by end of June 2024 to compare this renewable project against their original coal mining plans.
Gold miner Mitch Mortensen is the perfect advocate for placer mining in B.C.
Mitch Mortensen, president of Snowshoe Mountain Resources Corp., is advocating for sustainable placer mining in B.C. while developing his family's Yanks Peak gold project. His latest assay results show 800 ppb gold, which he considers exceptional for making a low-grade gold mine feasible in massive river gravel deposits.
Tahltan Nation Development Corporation signs distribution agreement for Sandvik equipment
Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (TNDC) has signed a distribution agreement with Sandvik Canada to become a reseller of mining equipment, parts, and digital solutions for northwestern British Columbia and Yukon. The partnership positions TNDC to serve the rapidly growing Golden Triangle mining region while creating employment and training opportunities for Indigenous communities.
Teck and Caterpillar to advance zero-emissions mining haul trucks
Teck Resources announced a partnership with Caterpillar to deploy 30 zero-emissions large haul trucks at its mining operations, starting with the Elk Valley steelmaking coal operations in British Columbia beginning in 2027. This initiative is part of Teck's broader decarbonization strategy to reduce carbon intensity by 33% by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
New opportunities on the horizon for mineral exploration in Western Canada
The Association for Mineral Exploration's annual Roundup 2020 conference successfully concluded its 37th year, attracting over 6000 delegates from 38 countries to Vancouver. The event featured new exploration technologies, geophysical data releases for Vancouver Island North, and significant government announcements supporting mineral development in Western Canada.
Q & A with Kendra Johnston: AME’s new President and CEO
Kendra Johnston, newly appointed President and CEO of AME (Association for Mineral Exploration), discusses the organization's 2020 initiatives including a public engagement campaign to promote mineral literacy and carbon footprint tracking. AME represents mineral exploration interests in B.C. and hosts the annual Roundup Conference in Vancouver each January.
Teck and Ridley Terminals ink agreement to increase shipments
Teck Resources expanded its commercial agreement with Ridley Terminals to double its contracted steelmaking coal shipping capacity from 3 to 6 million tonnes per year, with an option to increase to 9 million tonnes. The seven-year agreement running from 2021-2027 aims to improve flexibility and performance in Teck's steelmaking coal supply chain from its B.C. operations.
Geoscience BC targets ‘hidden’ Central Interior copper-gold deposits
Geoscience BC launched the Central Interior Copper-Gold Research series to explore for hidden copper-gold deposits beneath glacial sediments across 50,700 square kilometres of BC's Central Interior. The project uses advanced till sampling and geophysical modeling to identify prospective areas between established mines like Mount Milligan and Gibraltar.
How a small family business became a successful manufacturer within the mining industry
Ralph's Radio Ltd., a Vancouver-based family business operating since 1949, has successfully diversified into manufacturing heavy equipment ID signs for the mining industry. The company has sold over 1,400 signs since 2006 with zero warranty issues, supplying major companies like Finning Canada, Suncor, and various mining operations across North America.
New solar farm completed by Tŝilhqot’in Nation expected to generate $175,000 in revenue
The Tŝilhqot'in Nation has completed British Columbia's largest solar farm, a 1.25-MW facility located 80 km west of Williams Lake that is expected to generate $175,000 in annual revenue. The two-hectare site contains 3,456 solar panels and will generate 1,500 MWh annually, enough to power 135 homes, representing a significant step toward energy self-sufficiency for the Nation.
Etruscus intersects massive and semi-massive sulphides in 400-meter step-out from Black Dog Zone
Etruscus Resources intersected multiple shallow mineralized zones in step-out drilling 400m from the Black Dog Zone at its Rock & Roll Project in BC's Eskay Camp. Key results include a 5.75m true width zone with 1.55m of massive sulphides starting at just 40.85m depth in the new Ziggy discovery zone, suggesting potential for a cluster of VMS systems in this prolific camp.
Osisko Gold Royalties to acquire Barkerville Gold Mines
Osisko Gold Royalties announced a definitive agreement to acquire all remaining shares of Barkerville Gold Mines for C$338 million, representing a 44% premium. The deal gives Osisko full control of the Cariboo Gold Project in British Columbia's historic Wells-Barkerville mining camp.
British Columbia communities are unlocking a $3.3 billion energy efficiency opportunity
British Columbia communities are adopting the BC Energy Step Code regulation, creating a $3.3 billion market opportunity for high-efficiency building products. The policy is expected to generate 925 manufacturing jobs and 770 installation jobs across the province while driving energy-efficient construction standards.
Pretivm repurchases 100% of Gold Offtake Agreement; exploration update
Pretium Resources completed the repurchase of its 100% gold offtake agreement for approximately $80 million, eliminating all components of its 2015 construction financing package. The company also reported encouraging deep exploration results at Brucejack showing potential for porphyry-style mineralization and high-grade silver-copper intersections at the A6 Zone on its Bowser Claims.
Etruscus mobilizes for drilling as “Bulls-Eye” targets are outlined at Rock & Roll Project
Etruscus Resources is mobilizing crews for Phase 1 drilling at its Rock & Roll Project in B.C.'s Eskay Camp, targeting shallow VMS deposits at 100-200 meter depths. Geophysical reinterpretation by Dr. Jules Lajoie has identified high-priority conductors over a 3 sq km area that may represent massive sulphides rather than previously assumed graphite. The company believes this changes 30 years of geological thinking about the project.
BCUC Establishes Process for Inquiry into the Regulation of Municipal Energy Utilities
The BC Utilities Commission has launched an inquiry to examine how municipal and regional district energy utilities should be regulated under provincial oversight. The inquiry will determine whether certain municipal energy systems should receive exemptions from standard utility regulations and may lead to changes in how public utilities are defined in BC legislation.
Kendra Johnston named new president and CEO of Association for Mineral Exploration (AME)
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), a BC-based industry organization, has appointed Kendra Johnston as its new president and CEO. The announcement highlights Johnston's extensive knowledge and experience in the sector.
Tahltan Nation makes largest clean energy investment by a First Nation in BC history
The Tahltan Nation has acquired a 5% stake in the Northwest BC Hydro Electric Facilities from Axium and Manulife, marking the largest clean energy investment by a First Nation in BC history. The facilities comprise three run-of-the-river projects valued at over $2.5 billion and are located in Tahltan Territory.
Komatsu Mining to construct new 85,000 sq. ft. sales and service facility in Sparwood
Komatsu Mining Corp. announced plans to invest approximately $40 million in constructing a new 85,000-square-foot sales and service facility in Sparwood, BC. The company will break ground in early August with completion expected by end of 2020, replacing their current leased facility after 30+ years of operations in the area.
Jackie Scales, Teck’s New Director of Inclusion and Diversity talks about her new role
Teck Resources appointed Jackie Scales as Director of Inclusion and Diversity in January 2019. Scales brings experience from banking and consulting at Deloitte, where she helped develop inclusion strategies for organizations. She emphasizes that Teck has strong leadership commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives across the company.
Pretivm Exploration and Brucejack Update
Pretium Resources reports continued Brucejack-style mineralization at depth below Valley of the Kings deposit from their third deep exploration hole. The company is progressing mill upgrades to sustain 3,800 tonnes per day production rate on schedule, while accelerating underground development to 1,000 meters per month.