Mining in BC

BC’s mines produce critical minerals, precious metals, and steelmaking coal that power industry and support the clean energy transition. Explore the economics, environmental standards, safety records, and relationships behind the sector.

Education & Careers

Mining supports over 56,000 jobs across BC, from engineers and geologists to tradespeople and community contractors. Find training pathways, post-secondary programs, and career resources for people entering or advancing in the sector.

July 7, 2026

Teck, Canada Growth Fund and NRCan Strike Agreement to Expand Critical Minerals Production at Trail Smelter

News

The latest statements, reports, and updates from MABC and the broader BC mining sector. This is the place to track policy developments, economic data, and issues affecting mines and the communities that depend on them.

July 7, 2026

Teck, Canada Growth Fund and NRCan Strike Agreement to Expand Critical Minerals Production at Trail Smelter

Who We Are

The Mining Association of British Columbia has represented the province’s mining industry since 1901. Learn about our mandate, our members, our board and team, and the advocacy work we do on behalf of BC’s producers at the provincial and federal levels.

Who We Are

What We Do

News

The latest from BC’s mining industry — reports, policy updates, and news that matters.

Critical minerals economic impact study

January 8, 2024

Critical minerals are essential building blocks for clean technologies like solar panels, batteries…
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$36 billion in critical minerals investment at stake in BC

January 8, 2024

Vancouver, BC – Sixteen proposed critical mineral mines, representing $36 billion in near-term…
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Public Opinion Data | Enthusiasm for BC Mining Grows as British Columbians see Decarbonization and Critical Minerals Opportunities

April 19, 2023

By a wide margin (82% – 18%) British Columbians have positive feelings about the mining sector….
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BC Residents Strongly Support Developing Critical Minerals to Tackle Climate Change

April 19, 2023

Public View of Province’s Mining Sector Very Favourable OverallVancouver, B.C. – Three quarters…
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Prime Minister Trudeau and President Biden Reaffirm Strategic Importance of North America Critical Minerals Supply Chain

March 24, 2023

Vancouver, B.C. – The Mining Association of British Columbia welcomes today’s commitment by…
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New Critical Minerals Strategy Outlines Ambitious Plan for Canada to Advance Global Climate Action

December 9, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseDecember 9, 2022Vancouver, BC – Canada’s new Critical Minerals…
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Media Statement on the BC Mining Law Reform’s Report on TSFs in BC

July 14, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseJuly 14, 2022Vancouver, BC – Michael Goehring, President and CEO of the…
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Media Statement on the BC Auditor General’s Oversight of Major Mines Report

June 21, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseJune 21, 2022Vancouver, BC – Michael Goehring, President and CEO of the…
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Media Statement on the Consent Based Decision-Making Agreement Between the Tahltan Central Government and BC Government

June 6, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseJune 6, 2022Vancouver, BC – Michael Goehring, President and CEO of the…
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MABC Launches BC Mining Month 2022

May 6, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseMay 6, 2022VANCOUVER, BC – May is BC Mining…
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MABC Responds to Major Mines Reclamation Security Policy

April 5, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseApril 5, 2022VANCOUVER, BC – The provincial government’s new interim…
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MABC Challenge Winner Reduces Water Use in Mining

April 5, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseJuly 5, 2022VANCOUVER, BC/CNW/ – Foresight Canada and the Mining Association…
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Provincial Budget 2022 misses opportunity to lead on climate and low-carbon mining

February 22, 2022

For Immediate ReleaseFebruary 22, 2022Provincial Budget 2022 misses opportunity to lead on climate…
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Changing Mines is Changing Minds

February 2, 2022

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Challenge Launched to Find Clean Mining Innovation

December 30, 2021

For Immediate ReleaseDecember 9, 2021VANCOUVER, BC –A $150,000 innovation challenge will…
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Media Statement on Forestry Deferrals

November 9, 2021

For Immediate ReleaseNovember 9, 2021Vancouver, BC – Michael Goehring, President and CEO of the…
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Media Statement on BC Hydro’s Electrification Plan

September 29, 2021

For Immediate ReleaseSeptember 29, 2021Vancouver, BC – Michael Goehring, President and CEO of the…
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Media Statement on the Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia Disciplinary Findings

August 10, 2021

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MABC Names Marcia Smith as the 2020 Mining Person of the Year

July 16, 2021

For Immediate ReleaseJuly 16, 2021VANCOUVER, BC – The Mining Association of British Columbia…
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Audit report affirms BC regulations for mine tailing’s safety among best in the world

June 18, 2021

For Immediate ReleaseJune 18, 2021VANCOUVER, BC – An audit report released today by British…
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Mining in BC

Education & Careers

Teck, Canada Growth Fund and NRCan Strike Agreement to Expand Critical Minerals Production at Trail Smelter

News

Teck, Canada Growth Fund and NRCan Strike Agreement to Expand Critical Minerals Production at Trail Smelter

Who We Are

Who We Are

What We Do

News

Critical minerals economic impact study

$36 billion in critical minerals investment at stake in BC

Public Opinion Data | Enthusiasm for BC Mining Grows as British Columbians see Decarbonization and Critical Minerals Opportunities

BC Residents Strongly Support Developing Critical Minerals to Tackle Climate Change

Prime Minister Trudeau and President Biden Reaffirm Strategic Importance of North America Critical Minerals Supply Chain

New Critical Minerals Strategy Outlines Ambitious Plan for Canada to Advance Global Climate Action

Media Statement on the BC Mining Law Reform’s Report on TSFs in BC

Media Statement on the BC Auditor General’s Oversight of Major Mines Report

Media Statement on the Consent Based Decision-Making Agreement Between the Tahltan Central Government and BC Government

MABC Launches BC Mining Month 2022

MABC Responds to Major Mines Reclamation Security Policy

MABC Challenge Winner Reduces Water Use in Mining

Provincial Budget 2022 misses opportunity to lead on climate and low-carbon mining

Changing Mines is Changing Minds

Challenge Launched to Find Clean Mining Innovation

Media Statement on Forestry Deferrals

Media Statement on BC Hydro’s Electrification Plan

Media Statement on the Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia Disciplinary Findings

MABC Names Marcia Smith as the 2020 Mining Person of the Year

Audit report affirms BC regulations for mine tailing’s safety among best in the world

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Mining benefits BC more than most people realize