May is Mining Month
- May
- 13
May is Mining Month in British Columbia and here in the East Kootenay’s we recognize and celebrate the vital contributions from mining. The Elk Valley would be very different without mining, unfortunately the environmental impact legacy is concerning however, under Teck Resources ownership, sustainable solutions are being developed and implemented. The ongoing economic prosperity from […]
read moreShypitka returns as Opposition Critic for Energy and Mines
- Dec
- 02
Shypitka has previously served as the critic for Energy and Mines, before being given the additional responsibility of Petroleum Resources right before the October election.
read moreElkford not supporting Bingay Coal
- Jan
- 12
The District of Elkford is officially not supporting the proposed Bingay coal mine, 21 kms North of the District, at this time. The District is sending a letter to the BC Ministry of Energy, Mines, & Petroleum Resources expressing concerns about the proposed coal mine. Mayor Dean McKerracher says they’re worried about the potential effects […]
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