The chief inspector of mines has communicated to all major mines, sand and gravel, and placer operations in B.C. to ensure they are complying with the orders and directives issued by the provincial health officer in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A key step in implementing the Fuel Price Transparency Act (FPTA) has been taken, bringing the legislation into force and giving the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) the power to make special requests for information from oil and gas companies.

Monday is Mining Day, an annual opportunity for senior mining representatives to connect with B.C. government leaders to discuss the issues facing one of the province’s most important industries.

The Tŝilhqot’in Nation and Taseko Mines are working with the B.C. government to reach a resolution to the long-standing conflict over the proposed New Prosperity gold-copper mine project southwest of Williams Lake.

A series of meetings this fall will seek public input and update Columbia Basin communities about the current Columbia River Treaty negotiations.

Government has outlined actions that are underway and complete as part of its ongoing work to address recommendations in the independent scientific panel’s Scientific Review of Hydraulic Fracturing in British Columbia report.

With British Columbians eager to get behind the wheel of a clean energy vehicle (CEV), the government is releasing another $26.5 million and making changes to its popular CEVforBC rebate program to meet ongoing demand.