The provincial government continues to act on the recommendations of the BC Mining Jobs Task Force, recently releasing the ‘What We Heard’ report from public…
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Water use in mineral exploration rules updated
Updated rules for water use in mineral exploration and small-scale placer mining operations are now in place to better protect the environment and provide more…
B.C. seeks public input on mining reforms
British Columbians are being asked by the provincial government to provide feedback on proposed changes to the Mines Act to improve regulation and oversight of…
The bad ass East Kootenay
e-KNOW Editorial By Ian Cobb How bad ass is the East Kootenay? It’s so bad ass our two Members of the Legislative Assembly in Victoria…
3 facts you need to know
About three changes to B.C. laws… By Bill Bennett Kootenay East MLA 1. The Mines Act will be changed to give provincial authorities more time…
3 facts you need to know
About Mines Act fees By Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett 1. Currently, no fees are charged for permits granted under the Mines Act, despite fees…
B.C. mining remained strong in 2013
B.C.’s mining industry continues to grow and expand as new projects, construction starts and expansions drove job creation and investment throughout the mining industry in…