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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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Kutcho Copper signs exploration agreement with Kaska Nation and provides corporate update
Kutcho Copper signed an exploration agreement with Kaska Nation for its high-grade copper-zinc project in northern BC, marking a significant milestone for Indigenous partnership. The company secured a $1.5 million lending facility and announced its feasibility study will be completed in Q2/Q3 2019, with key milestones including an updated resource estimate and Environmental Assessment submission.
Mining Association of B.C. commends new resources for Ministry in Budget 2019
The Mining Association of BC welcomed the provincial government's Budget 2019 commitment of $20 million over three years for additional funding to the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. The association has advocated for better-resourced regulatory systems to address competitiveness challenges facing BC's mining industry. Budget 2019 also allocated $168 million over three years for the CleanBC Program to help industrial producers including mines reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Teck reports unaudited annual & fourth quarter results: 2018
Teck Resources reported record annual profit of $3.1 billion for 2018, with strong operational performance across steelmaking coal and Fort Hills oil sands operations. The company approved construction of the Quebrada Blanca Phase 2 copper project with $1.2 billion in partner funding from Sumitomo.
AME Responds to B.C. Budget 2019
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) responded positively to B.C. Budget 2019, which includes additional funding for the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources to improve permitting timelines and support Indigenous engagement. The budget also commits to implementing Mining Jobs Task Force recommendations and makes permanent the Mining Flow-Through Share tax credit and B.C. Mining Exploration Tax Credit.
8,000 km2 of new Kootenay-Boundary geological mapping released
Geoscience BC released comprehensive geological mapping covering 8,000 km2 of historic mining areas in southeastern British Columbia's Kootenay Boundary region. The 1:150,000 scale mapping provides updated understanding of rock relationships and ages in areas with significant past gold, silver, copper, lead and zinc mining. The public data release is expected to stimulate new mineral exploration interest in historic mining camps including Rossland, Franklin, Greenwood, and Beaverdell.
New TSM progress report highlights sustainability performance of Canadian mining companies
The Mining Association of Canada released its 2018 TSM Progress Report highlighting environmental and social performance of 67 facilities from 23 member companies. Eight facilities received TSM Leadership Awards for exceptional performance, with Agnico Eagle earning a record six awards for its global operations.
British Columbia’s new fossil protocol
British Columbia has implemented a new fossil management framework requiring all natural resource companies to assess paleontological impact before construction and follow standardized protocols when fossils are discovered. The new rules create consistency across sectors and include mandatory reporting to the Heritage Branch, protective buffer zones, and proper specimen handling procedures.
IDM Mining granted federal Environmental Assessment approval for the Red Mountain Gold Project
IDM Mining received federal Environmental Assessment approval for its Red Mountain Underground Gold Project in British Columbia, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the proposed underground gold-silver mine. The approval comes with over 120 conditions and follows the BC provincial EA Certificate issued in October 2018, allowing the project to proceed to the permitting phase.
Teck named to 2019 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations list
Teck Resources has been named to Corporate Knights' 2019 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations list, ranking first in the Metals and Mining category. The Vancouver-based diversified miner has maintained a strong sustainability track record, being named to the Best 50 Corporate Citizens list for 12 consecutive years and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for nine years.
Imperial announces suspension of operations at Mount Polley Mine
Imperial Metals Corporation announced the suspension of operations at its Mount Polley copper-gold mine in British Columbia due to declining copper prices. The company plans to mill low-grade stockpiles through the end of May 2019 before full suspension, with operations resuming when mining economics improve.
AME’s Mineral Exploration Roundup kicks off with opening remarks from Premier John Horgan
The Association for Mineral Exploration launched its 36th annual Mineral Exploration Roundup conference in Vancouver, featuring BC Premier John Horgan and focusing on the mining industry's role in a low-carbon economy. The conference brings together over 6,000 participants from around the world to discuss opportunities in BC's mining sector and examine critical minerals demand for clean energy transition.
Pretium’s Brucejack approved for production boost to 3,800 tonnes per day — +33.9% daily increase
Pretium Resources received amended permits to increase Brucejack Mine production to 3,800 tonnes per day, a 33.9% increase from current 2,700 tonnes daily. The upgrade requires less than CAD$25 million in mill improvements and will boost annual production capacity to 1.387 million tonnes.
Report: The most damaging storm in BC Hydro’s history
BC Hydro released a comprehensive report on the December 20 windstorm that affected BC's South Coast, calling it the most damaging storm in the utility's history. The storm left over 750,000 customers without power, required mobilization of 900+ field personnel, and damaged extensive electrical infrastructure including 1,900 spans of wire and 390 power poles. All customers were restored by December 31, with the utility identifying areas for improvement in emergency response protocols.
AME announces 2018 Award Winners
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) announced its 2018 award winners, recognizing industry leaders for excellence in exploration, financing, and corporate responsibility. Notable achievements include the discovery of over 60 million ounces of silver in Yukon's Keno Hill district and diamond discoveries on Baffin Island. The awards will be presented at the AME Roundup 2019 conference in January.
Teck announces appointment of Dean Winsor as Senior Vice President and CHRO
Teck Resources appointed Dean Winsor as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, promoting him from his previous role as VP Human Resources. Winsor brings nearly 30 years of mining industry experience and has been with Teck since 1999.
Pretium Resources Inc.: Exploration and Resource Drilling Update
Pretium Resources reported results from an 8,000-meter regional exploration program on the Bowser Claims near their Brucejack Mine in BC, confirming high-grade gold mineralization and porphyry-style copper-gold potential. The company discovered a new Upper Kirkham Zone with samples returning up to 3.55 g/t gold and over 10,000 g/t silver, and is planning a 70,000-meter drill program for 2019 to expand resources.
Teck announces appointment of Andrew Milner as Senior Vice President, Innovation and Technology
Teck Resources has appointed Andrew Milner as Senior Vice President, Innovation and Technology, bringing over 25 years of global technology experience from BHP and Rio Tinto. The appointment signals Teck's commitment to developing an enterprise-wide technology and digital transformation strategy.
2018 Award of Distinction Winner – Dennis Blake
Dennis Blake, Senior Manager of Ridley Terminals, received the 2018 Award of Distinction from the Coal Association of Canada for his 35-year career advancing Canada's coal industry. The award recognizes his contributions to helping Ridley Terminals achieve the milestone of shipping 200 million tonnes of coal and his role in multimillion-dollar facility upgrades and efficiency improvements.
Carl Data receives $225K in funding for further growth of sensor development laboratory
Carl Data Solutions' subsidiary Astra Smart Systems received $225,000 from the Columbia Basin Trust Impact Investment Fund to develop Western Canada's first water and wastewater sensor testing laboratory in Trail, B.C. The facility will focus on AI and machine-learning enabled environmental monitoring devices, targeting the $3.6B water instrumentation market.
“Pan In A Can Paydirt” harkens back to Wild Horse Creek’s Gold Rush heyday
Stephen Lathem of Fort Steele has launched 'Pan In A Can Paydirt', a new venture selling packaged gold-bearing gravel from his Nip and Tuck Gold Mine claim on Wild Horse Creek for $25 per container. The product targets gold panning enthusiasts and offers a keepsake from one of the Kootenays' historic mining areas.
College of the Rockies trades students benefit from Teck donation
Teck Resources donated $1 million to College of the Rockies in June, with $100,000 designated for trades student scholarships. Four students received the first $2,000 Teck Scholarships, aimed at developing skilled workers for the mining industry. The program will award six scholarships annually until the fund is depleted.
CDEV announces sale process for Ridley Terminals Inc., structured to transfer 10% to First Nations
Canada Development Investment Corporation has launched a competitive sale process for 90% of Ridley Terminals Inc., a bulk commodity transfer facility in Prince Rupert, BC, with 10% of shares being transferred to local First Nations. The terminal, established in 1983, primarily handles coal and petroleum coke shipments from rail to ocean-going vessels.
CLAC launches website to support the rights of all B.C.’s skilled workers
CLAC launched the #FairandOpenBC website and filed a BC Supreme Court petition challenging the BC NDP's project labour agreement that restricts public infrastructure projects to Building Trade Union members. The organization argues this violates workers' Charter rights to choose union representation and affects 85% of BC's construction workforce.
Grizzly Discoveries announces results of exploration on its Robocop Cobalt-Copper-Silver Property
Grizzly Discoveries completed reconnaissance mapping and sampling at its Robocop cobalt-copper-silver property in southeastern BC, confirming previous anomalous results with grab samples returning up to 1.46% copper and 0.036% cobalt. The company identified Cu-Co mineralization extending 3.8 km northwest and 3.2 km south of main showings, demonstrating lateral continuity and plans to conduct airborne geophysical surveys followed by a 2019 drilling campaign.
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