The BC Green Party is polling a distant third.
Importance of mining
According to the Mining Association of BC, the province’s mineral exploration and mining sector contributes CAD$7.3 billion to GDP. Critical minerals including nickel and copper could grow that amount significantly, reads a Sept. 24 media statement by the organization.
“With 17 world-leading critical minerals projects on the horizon, BC can make a meaningful contribution to climate action and deliver immense and lasting economic benefits, including $36 billion in immediate investment, 302,000 person-years of employment, $23 billion in labour income, and nearly $11 billion in tax revenues to support essential public services. The long-term economic impact of operating these mines over several decades could be enormous, reaching nearly $800 billion,” said President and CEO Michael Goehring.
He added: “The provincial election presents a pivotal moment for…
