MABC - Mining Association of British Columbia

12/22/2025

From all of us at MABC, we wish you a very happy holiday season and all the best for 2026! 🧑‍🎄🌲

12/20/2025

🎁 From mechanical toys to modern electronics — many gifts would not be under our Christmas trees without critical minerals, precious metals, and steelmaking coal.

Steel forms axles and internal parts, copper carries electrical currents, and lithium powers batteries in devices and interactive toys.

BC mining powers the best gifts!

12/17/2025

🍪 From aluminum baking sheets to stainless-steel pans, mining is the key ingredient in in every holiday baking recipe. From nickel, to copper, to steelmaking coal - these minerals are the icing on the cake.

12/16/2025

The Mining Association of BC congratulates Artemis Gold Inc. on receiving board approval for an expanded Phase 2 (EP2) development of the Blackwater Mine in central BC.

The expansion represents a significant addition to the mine’s processing plant capacity, growing it to an expected 21 million tonnes per annum by the end of 2028. The $1.44 billion investment means Blackwater will be one of the largest gold mines in Canada. At its peak, the project is expected to generate 1,500 construction jobs, on top of the 900 direct employees and contractors currently working at the mine. Once EP2 is completed, the Blackwater Mine is expected to employ approximately 1,200 direct employees and contractors – a welcome prospect for BC’s Central Interior which is being hit hard by the forestry downturn.

This is a significant milestone for Artemis, and welcome news for local communities, Artemis’ First Nations partners, and the BC economy. 👏

12/16/2025

"The Mining Association of BC is very pleased the Anglo-Teck merger has received regulatory approval from the Government of Canada under the Investment Canada Act. The merger comes at a pivotal moment for BC, Canada, and our economy. It will establish Vancouver as the headquarters of one of the world’s largest critical minerals companies, further cementing British Columbia’s status as a global mining jurisdiction. This transformative deal is projected to inject billions of dollars into the BC and Canadian economies and accelerate the growth of our province as a world-leading hub for mining and exploration expertise that supports nearly 4,000 BC-based mine supply and service companies." - Michael Goehring, President & CEO, MABC.

Teck and Anglo American have received regulatory approval from the Government of Canada under the Investment Canada Act for the merger of equals to create Anglo Teck. We believe this merger of equals will provide exceptional and enduring benefits for Canada.

“The Government of Canada’s approval is an important step forward in the formation of Anglo Teck—a new global critical minerals champion headquartered in Canada. This merger will combine two world-class companies to form a business of significant scale and capability that will deliver billions in investment and drive new economic activity and job creation here in Canada and beyond.”

- Jonathan Price, President and CEO, Teck

Read the news release here: https://ow.ly/Y7zQ50XK5rC

12/13/2025

✨The season feels brighter the moment the holiday lights turn on.

Winter magic comes from glowing trees and brightly lit homes. And those lights and bulbs are made thanks to critical minerals and precious metals. Inside every bulb and LED are minerals and metals like copper, rare earths, nickel and steel — all which can be found here in BC.

BC makes holiday season magic with its critical minerals, metals, and steelmaking coal.

12/12/2025

The huge economic potential of BC’s mining sector was emphasized by the Honourable David Eby during the annual Premier & Cabinet luncheon, hosted by BC Chamber of Commerce.

With billions in new investment, BC’s mines are poised to generate tens of billions in economic activity, support thousands of construction jobs, and strengthen our domestic supply chain and economic security through international gateways like the Port of Stewart and Prince Rupert.

BC mining is powering opportunity, jobs, and long-term prosperity.

Today in Vancouver, the Honourable David Eby Premier of British Columbia, along with over 20 members of his cabinet and caucus, attended the annual Premier & Cabinet luncheon, hosted by the .

During his speech, the Premier touched on several priorities impacting the province’s business community such as, the government’s newly released economic strategy, interprovincial trade, Indigenous relations and recent court rulings, public safety, as well as other public policy matters concerning the economy and creating healthy communities.

Continue reading the news release here: https://bcchamber.org/news/premier-eby-addresses-bc-chamber-commerce

12/10/2025

Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Randy Bates penned an article last week affirming – based on scientific data – that waters in the transboundary Stikine, Taku, and Unuk rivers continue to meet Alaska’s water quality standards. This is a strong validation of the longstanding collaborative work between Alaska and British Columbia (BC) to protect these shared rivers and the salmon populations they sustain.

Commissioner Bates' affirmation recognizes the efforts undertaken by the Province of BC and the mining industry operating in Northwest BC, reinforcing that responsible mining and environmental stewardship can coexist.

Importantly, Commissioner Bates’ determination to protect the transboundary rivers and salmon is shared equally in BC, where communities, Indigenous Nations, government and industry rely on and value water quality and salmon as much as our neighbours in Alaska.

https://www.juneauindependent.com/post/protecting-alaska-s-waters-a-fisherman-s-promise-a-regulator-s-commitment-to-science

When Alaskans hear dramatic claims that raise concerns, we have a duty to look at the facts. And when you look past the press releases and at the actual water, the story is very different.

12/09/2025

Hockey season is here. 🏒

From frozen ponds to packed arenas, skating is at the heart of winter in Canada — and for many, hockey is more than a sport. It’s a tradition, a community, a lifestyle.

Steel, nickel and copper give today’s skate blades their strength, precision and edge — helping players glide, stop and turn with confidence. Many of these key minerals and metals are produced right here in BC, supporting a game we love from the ground up.

12/08/2025

There's still time to register and attend the HSE Mining Learning Summit.

📅 9th–10th December 2025

📍 The River Rock Casino Resort

The Summit will bring together global leaders in mining, health and safety, and environmental practices to collaborate, share knowledge, and drive innovation across the sector.

You can register using the link below or scan the QR code.

🔗 Golden Ticket Registration: https://events.hseglobalseries.com/golden-ticket-hse-mining-learning-summit-canada

📘 View the full program: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/576870d6c9.html

12/06/2025

⛷️Skis waxed? Snowshoes strapped? The mountains are calling. Winter is officially on. ❄️

From the first crunch of snow to brisk days in the mountains, good winter gear makes the season. But none of this would be possible without critical minerals, metals, and steelmaking coal.

Aluminum, steel and nickel help keep today’s skis and snowshoes light, durable and ready for the deep pow. And these are all produced right here in BC!

12/05/2025

Thank you to our members and partners who joined us at Mining Day at the Legislature 2025 last week.

This year’s event brought together miners, mine developers, explorers, suppliers, First Nations, and labour to meet with provincial officials to discuss the future of mining in British Columbia. The conversations throughout the day reflected a shared commitment to strengthening BC’s role as a responsible producer of the minerals and metals needed at home and around the world.

We appreciate the engagement, insights and collaboration from everyone who took part.

📸 Photos courtesy of our members and partners who shared highlights from the day.

Seabridge Gold Inc. FPX Nickel Corp. Hudbay British Columbia Jagrup Brar AME - Association for Mineral Exploration Teck Kal Tire United Steelworkers Elk Valley ResourcesBig Country Equipment Repair Ltd Taseko Galore Creek Mining Corporation Newmont Canada Skeena Gold + Silver Artemis Gold Inc l Blackwater Mine Conuma Resources NorthIsle Copper and Gold