The energy transition requires more than mining more. Efficiency, recycling, alternative supply, substitution and re-mining must be part of a holistic approach to meeting mineral needs without exacerbating mining impacts. Check out WECAN International’s report: bit.ly/4huK06Z

B.C. is moving toward creating new protected areas — but protecting land can come with a significant price tag when mineral claims have to be retired. What is fair compensation when claims are retired for the public interest? (1/4)

1/3 Twelve years after the Mount Polley tailings dam disaster, its impacts are still being felt — and its lessons remain urgent. The disaster was preventable. Investigations exposed weaknesses in mine oversight, inspections, enforcement, and financial safeguards. #MountPolley #Mining

⏳ Just 5–10 minutes could help protect some of Canada's most spectacular wilderness. Before Aug. 4, the BC government is seeking public input on two Indigenous-led conservation initiatives: the Klappan (Sacred Headwaters) and Meziadin. Your voice can help. 👇

A new US report echoes concerns we've been raising: the push for "critical minerals" mining is increasingly being driven by military and AI demand — not the clean energy transition. "Critical minerals" must support a just energy transition, not feed more conflict. Full report: bit.ly/4fppsup

Ottawa has extended consultations on proposed changes to Canada’s environmental assessment process until July 22. Our carousel breaks down what’s proposed, why communities are concerned, and how you can have your say. Read, share, and submit feedback before the deadline. More info: bit.ly/3TlTqIp

Canada is accelerating"critical mineral" development — but demand is increasingly split between clean energy systems and military applications. The same materials sit at the centre of both. The real tension is not supply — it’s allocation. 📖 Op-ed from @nikkiskuce.bsky.social: bit.ly/4eYxF8O

Fast-tracked. Now funded with $500 million in public money. The Red Chris mine's majority owner, Newmont, reported US$22.7 billion in sales in 2025. Public investment should be for public benefit, not corporate profit.

📬 New newsletter recap: From the Gitxaała case and the Supreme Court's upcoming DRIPA appeal to new rulings on consultation and Indigenous title, courts continue to signal that Indigenous rights must be meaningfully considered throughout resource decision-making in B.C. (1/2)

Canada is expanding “critical minerals” mining without fully tracking how those minerals are used. A new report finds major gaps in data on domestic use, recycling, and end-of-life flows. Policy built on missing data isn’t strategy — it’s guesswork. (1/2)

It's Mining Month in B.C... here's what we have our eyes on: The Record Ridge case in court. SRRAC is seeking a provincial environmental assessment, arguing Indigenous and community concerns weren’t fully considered. A ruling is expected in June and could shape mining oversight across B.C. (1/3)

WEBINAR: Resources to help communities engage in mining decisions in BC. Join us May 28 at 1pm PT Hear community updates about Record Ridge and get practical tools for tracking & engaging with mining decisions in B.C. Hosted by BC Mining Law Reform, SkeenaWild, & SRRAC. Register: bit.ly/4wz4YHI

🧵 1/4 📰 In the news: Vancouver Island’s last coal mine is facing growing uncertainty as climate pressures and cleanup responsibilities come into sharper focus. 👉 Read more via @thetyee.ca: bit.ly/4wyAZj4

🚨 Setting the Record Straight on B.C.’s 30x30 Target A new independent mapping analysis challenges industry claims that B.C. has already met or exceeded its 30x30 conservation target. It finds a gap between “protected” land claims and what is actually happening on the ground. 🧵 (1/7)

Two former consultants helped advance B.C.’s massive KSM gold mine in the private sector. Metadata shows they are now directly drafting its permit from inside the B.C. government. See the details of my investigation here: www.biv.com/news/economy...

📰 In the news: Consultants who previously advanced the KSM copper-gold mine in NW B.C. are now working in government on its environmental assessment. The project faces scrutiny over scale and tailings risks, raising questions about conflict of interest and permitting safeguards. 👉bit.ly/4sErGed

Western Canada is racing to become a “global hub” for "critical minerals"—but safeguards aren’t keeping pace. In our op-ed, we outline the risks and what must change: stronger regulations, transparency, and real investment in recycling and circular systems. Read the full op-ed: bit.ly/3Q6gRUE

BC is fast-tracking “high priority” projects under Bill 15, including critical minerals. Narrowed reviews & limited public input risk serious impacts. 🗓 Deadline for public comment: April 13. Have your say: engage.eao.gov.bc.ca/xEA Survey guide: bit.ly/4tbhoTG More in our blog: bit.ly/48pAM7d

📘 New resource: Navigating Mining Decisions in B.C. We’ve created a practical guide to help communities better understand, track, and engage with mining projects across British Columbia. 🧵(1/6)

📰 In the news: B.C. government unveils plan to fast-track mine approvals. The new process could shorten environmental assessments for large projects under the Infrastructure Projects Act (Bill 15). 🧵(1/5)

📰 A B.C. Supreme Court judge has granted an injunction stopping construction of the proposed Record Ridge magnesium mine near Rossland — for now.
The court will review whether the project should have required a full environmental assessment.
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Record Ridge was listed as one of B.C.'s top polluting and risky mines in our 2025 Dirty Dozen report (bit.ly/3P2YBuP). The lack of an EA for the project is particularly concerning given a pattern of poor transparency from the proponent. Learn more in this overview from @stefanlabbe.bsky.social

Nikki Skuce@nikkiskuce.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Excellent overview of the threats from Record Ridge magnesium mine to the health & economy of Rossland by @stefanlabbe.bsky.social. It is so disingenuous that the province has allowed the company (ironically with acronym WHY) to game the system & proceed w/o an EA #bcpoli www.biv.com/news/environ...

🔎 ICYMI: Our February newsletter is out! From court decisions to legislative reform, we take a look at the latest news shaping B.C.’s mining landscape. Here's a recap... 🧵(1/10)

📰 B.C. rushes critical minerals mining — but at what cost? Read the full story in @thenarwhal.ca : thenarwhal.ca/bc-mining-pu... 🧵(1/4)

The cost of B.C.’s big mining push | The Narwhal

British Columbia is pushing through mining projects as Premier David Eby confirms his desire to make changes to DRIPA and prioritize critical minerals

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Indigenous leaders from the Similkameen Valley are “deeply disappointed” by a provincial decision to approve a contentious mine expansion in their territories — emphasizing that they did not give consent for the project to move forward. Story by Aaron Hemens. indiginews.com/news/copper-...

smǝlqmíx leaders emphasize ‘no consent’ as 'B.C.' approves Copper Mountain Mine expansion

The New Ingerbelle project near 'Princeton' will revive an old open pit mine and raise its tailings dam by 87 metres

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Our latest report breaks down how the Save Sangihe Island coalition is building a powerful movement to defend the land and waters that communities depend on. Read the full report here: miningwatch.ca/2026/2/24/mi...

MiningWatch joins 80+ civil society leaders from legal, labour, faith, environmental, academic, & arts communities to urge Premier Eby and the BC government to recommit to upholding Indigenous Rights - and to implement DRIPA, not amend it. Read the full statement: miningwatch.ca/news/2026/2/...

JOINT STATEMENT: Legal, labour, faith, enviro, academic, arts & other community leaders from across the province are urging Premier Eby and the BC government to recommit to upholding Indigenous Rights. 👉 Read the full joint statement: bit.ly/4cxXVXV 🧵(1/5)

Marilyn Slett, Chief Councillor of Heiltsuk Nation, warns proposed changes to B.C.’s DRIPA could weaken court oversight and limit First Nations’ access to justice. For families shaped by residential school history, this is lived experience — not abstract policy. 📖 Read more: bit.ly/4awicuy

Tumber Ridge is not just idyllic but resilient. It has seen mines open and close and reopen. It has embraced wind energy, made unprecedented dinosaur discoveries, hosts epic adventures and reinvented itself through tourism. Thinking of everyone there as the town faces the unimaginable days ahead.