The mining newspaper for Alaska and Canada's North
The mining newspaper for Alaska and Canada's North
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British Columbia is home to an incredibly dynamic mining sector which is helping to lead B.C.'s economic recovery. This is due to our abundant natural resources, excellent environmental and safety standards and competitive tax and regulatory systems. Mining is an estimated $5.7 billion industry for B.C. based on 2009 production values. It was the sixth highest year for exploration spending at $154 million and more than 350 exploration projects around the province were active in 2009. British Columbia is ranked among the best... Full story
Mining in northern British Columbia has a rich history dating back over 150 years, providing jobs, supporting families and stimulating investment and economic opportunities throughout the region. Last year, exploration expenditures in the North totalled more than C$242 million, with 184 projects. As we see the signs of recovery in our economy, we are keenly aware of the importance of mining for the northern part of our province and are working to ensure it remains strong. As one of the top jurisdictions in the world for...
