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No shade thrown at the critical minerals and metals behind our favourite summer products. 😎🔥 Without them, patio heaters and sun umbrellas wouldn’t be nearly as cozy or effective — keeping us cool by day and warm by night. 🛠️ 18 proposed mines in BC have the potential to…

“Regulatory and permitting requirements should effectively manage social and environmental risks related to new mining projects but not overburden industry.” It seems we align with the @ClimateInstit's latest report when it comes to calling on government to speed permitting…

nationalpost.com/news/canada/ca… Developing critical minerals and the infrastructure needed to get them to market will help Canada meet its North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) defence spending target which is set to rise from 2% currently to 3.5% of GDP in coming years. “Canada…

princegeorgecitizen.com/editorial/edit… Today, the @PGCitizen featured an editorial highlighting Northern BC can be the powerhouse of our province's mining industry, helping to secure BC's economic future. The editorial calls on the city of Prince George to claim a leadership role to support…

President & CEO at the Mining Association of British, @goehring_m, made the below statement in response to the safe recovery of the workers at the Red Chris Mine following the fall of ground incident earlier this week.

President & CEO, @goehring_m at the Mining Association of British Columbia (MABC), made the following statement in response to the fall of ground incident at Red Chris Mine: We understand the workers at @NewmontCorp's Red Chris mine remain safe and are protected in a refuge…

MABC is very pleased to hear @TeckResources has announced board approval for construction of the Highland Valley Copper Mine Life Extension Project (HVC MLE) - an important critical minerals investment which will extend the life of Canada’s largest copper mine, while creating…

Boating on the Burrard Inlet or Okanagan Lake this summer? Yes please! 🙌 Next time you see (or are driving) a motorboat or jet ski, take a moment to think about the critical minerals that make that ride possible. 🚤 From nickel in the propellers to aluminum in the hulls, and…

BC’s mining industry is held to some of the strongest bonding requirements in the world — ensuring companies are financially accountable for mine closure, land reclamation, and long-term environmental protection. 🌱⛏️ Last year, BC secured $4.13 billion, covering 93% of total…

Zinc oxide is a vital ingredient in mineral sunscreens, offering a safer alternative to chemical-based options. 🌞 Zinc is a critical mineral in both Canada and the U.S. @TeckResources' Trail operation in British Columbia is one of the world’s largest fully integrated zinc and…

According to the @IEA’s latest Global Critical Minerals Outlook: “In a world of high geopolitical tensions, critical minerals have emerged as a frontline issue in safeguarding global energy and economic security.” Other salient points from the report include: ☑️ Projected…

Today, June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. A day to recognize and celebrate the history, traditions, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across BC and Canada. #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay2025 #NIPD #NIPD2025

We are very pleased to see @TeckResources receive an Environmental Assessment Certificate for the Highland Valley Copper (HVC) Mine Life Extension project. This is a key step in extending the life of Canada’s largest copper mine, which makes a tremendous economic contribution to…

Almost 600 spectators showed up on the shores of Howe Sound at Britannia Mine Museum last weekend to cheer on more than 200 mine rescue participants and volunteers as they battled it out at the 67th Mine Rescue & First Aid Competition. This year’s simulated challenges included…

The 67th BC Provincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition for 2025 Britannia Mine Museum was on fire! 🔥 Two action packed days saw 16 teams from all over BC battle it out for first place in their respective categories! Underground, surface, and first aid teams gave it…

The 67th BC Provincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition will take place this Friday and Saturday at Britannia Mine Museum. This annual competition brings together mine rescue teams, volunteers and spectators from all over the province. Each team will push themselves to the…

During May, MABC participated in community gatherings, industry panels and local events throughout the province to mark Mining Month 2025. We also highlighted the economic benefits 27 proposed critical mineral, precious metal and steelmaking coal projects could bring to five…

Mining Month might be drawing to a close, but there’s more to get excited about! ⛏️ 👷‍♀️ 👷‍♂️ The 67th BC Provincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition for 2025 will take place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at Britannia Mine Museum, just 45 minutes north of Vancouver.…