Line Creek Coal Mine has received approval today to move into the $62-million Phase 2 extension of their mining operations.

Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review, announced the release of the Province's draft recommendation aimed at seeking improvements within the existing framework of the Columbia River Treaty.

350 mine employees, mine executives and community leaders celebrated the grand opening of Mt. Milligan, a $1.5-billion mine located north of Prince George.

BC Hydro is providing $184,000 to support the creation of a school district career counsellor position.

Two B.C. mines sites were recognized for outstanding achievements in reclamation practices at the Annual BC Mine Reclamation Awards banquet in Vancouver on Sept. 18, 2013.

Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister responsible for Core Review, toured the Mount Pleasant substation.

Effective Sept. 1, 2013, the permitting process for some low-impact exploration activities has become more efficient.

Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister responsible for Core Review, is directing BC Hydro to release its draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and undertake a final round of consultation with First Nations, key stakeholders and the public.

Powerex has reached an out-of-court settlement to protect British Columbia from a potential $3.2 billion legal liability.