Elkford 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 […]
read moreFording River Operations History
- Dec
- 27
In the late 1880s, when pioneers Michael Phillips and brothers William and Peter Fernie hacked their way through the overgrown trails leading to the rich coal sources of the Elk Valley, never could they have imagined the massive coal operations that would one day exist in the region. The Elk Valley is now home to […]
read moreTeck receives Sustainable Mining Leadership Awards
- Dec
- 14
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has released its 13th annual TSM Progress Report. The 2017 report takes a detailed look at MAC members’ performance in key environmental and social areas under the Towards Sustainable Mining® (TSM®) program. The report includes 2016 performance results for 65 facilities belonging to 22 MAC member companies. This year, […]
read moreBC Mining Concerns Ramping Up
- Nov
- 29
As British Columbia’s downstream neighbor, Montana has reason to be concerned about toxic pollutants spilling across the international border and into the state’s prized watersheds, which support fish and wildlife, as well as a vibrant economy. A growing body of evidence shows those fears are well founded, particularly as researchers report alarming concentrations of a […]
read moreTeck Named One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers
- Nov
- 07
Teck Resources Limited was named today as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2018 by Mediacorp. Canada’s Top Employers program recognizes companies for exceptional human resources programs and forward-thinking workplace policies. “This award is a reflection of our talented and engaged employees whose commitment, enthusiasm and ability is critical to our ongoing success,” said […]
read moreBingay Coal Public Comment Period Begins
- Nov
- 02
Centermount Coal has entered into the Public Consultation Process and comment period for their proposed Bingay Coal project. For the next 32 days, from November 2nd, 2017 to December 5th, 2017 public input is welcome. This is the public’s opportunity to comment on the potential effects including environmental, recreation, economic, social and health. The public’s […]
read moreTeck market value slides $1.3B
- Nov
- 01
Mining.com published a news story questioning a market slide wiped out $1.3B from Teck’s market value. This is what they reported: Vancouver-based Teck Resources, Canada’s largest diversified miner which is close to completing a major oil sands project, reported on Thursday a nearly four-fold increase in quarterly profits. The metallurgical coal business of Teck, also […]
read moreTECK: A Supportive Workplace for Everyone
- Oct
- 12
Two transgender employees from the Elk Valley share their stories Every employee has the right to a respectful workplace, one where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect, difference is acknowledged and valued, communication is open and civil, and there is a culture of empowerment and cooperation. Hadden’s Story I feel protected there and […]
read moreTeck fined for Contaminating Waterway
- Oct
- 10
Teck Resources has been fined $1.425 million after pleading guilty in B.C. provincial court to three counts of violating the Fisheries Act. The court ordered the Vancouver-based mining giant to pay the fine to the Environmental Damages Fund, which will be used for fish protection and conservation in the East Kootenay region of B.C. Teck […]
read moreTeck Takes Responsibility for Fish Mortality
- Oct
- 05
Teck will pay a $1.425 million fine in relation to charges under the Fisheries Act relating to the October 2014 fish mortality incident that occurred in the area of the water treatment works at the West Line Creek Active Water Treatment Facility at Teck Line Creek Operations during commissioning of the facility. Funds are expected […]
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