A Landmark Win for Indigenous Jurisdiction Today the Court of Appeal confirms: B.C. needs to bring its colonial-era mineral staking system into the 21st century. Here's more on the case and what this decision means... (1/11)

On Dec. 13, Tahltan members plan to vote on an impact benefit agreement for Eskay Creek mine, which promises economic benefits for the nation over a projected 12-year lifespan. But some worry about longer-lasting environmental risks, writes @sevawood.bsky.social: thenarwhal.ca/eskay-creek-...

Why the “Northwest Critical Conservation Corridor” matters This month, the federal government officially referred the “Northwest Critical Conservation Corridor” to the newly formed Major Projects Office. But what does it all mean? (1/7)

🧵 Recap: Our November Newsletter — From Remembrance to Responsibility Why This Matters: After Remembrance Day, we’re reminded that honouring the past means taking responsibility for the future — including how we steward B.C.’s critical minerals. (1/8)

⚠️ Fast-tracking a mine in B.C. is stirring controversy. The Red Chris copper-gold project is being labeled a “nation-building” initiative—but oversight still rests with B.C., the Tahltan Nation, and the company, and the project is raising concerns. 🧵(1/7)

🌍 Budget 2025: A generational vision — but for whom? Prime Minister Carney frames this budget as a “generational investment,” promising big projects and long-term change. 🧵 (1/6)

👻 Ghost Mines of B.C. Even after closure, pollution from old mines continues to harm water, ecosystems, and communities. 🧵 (1/6)

📬 ICYMI: Our October newsletter is out! This month, we look at how gold is not all that glitters. Behind the sparkle lies a toxic legacy of waste, pollution, and misplaced priorities. Here's a quick recap...🧵👇(1/9)

Canada’s critical minerals mining is sold as key to the energy transition — but who really benefits? The US Dept of War just bought into a BC mining firm. As war spending rises, Canada’s mining push raises tough questions about greenwashing and militarization. 📖 More from The Tyee: bit.ly/3Jg4C4H

🚨The Eskay Creek mine is in its last stages of Environmental Assessment The company behind the mine says the project is safe, well-managed, and protective of land and water. But their own data tells a different story. Here's what you’re not being told: (🧵 1/11) #EskayCreek

🧡 On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour Survivors and Indigenous communities. We also confront how colonial systems — including BC’s outdated mining laws — continue to violate Indigenous rights. Real reconciliation needs structural change. 🧵(1/9)

🚨 Last day to speak up! BC wants to fast-track mining under Bill 15—a law meant for schools & hospitals, not for-profit mining projects. Survey closes tomorrow at 4PM PT. ⚠️ Mining ≠ public infrastructure. 🗳️ Take 15 min & have your say: bit.ly/3I7qIpK

📢 Judicial review filed over Record Ridge mine The project avoided an Environmental Assessment by lowering its declared production — despite no real changes to its design. It was named in our 2025 Dirty Dozen report on B.C.’s riskiest mines. 🔗 Read more in SRRAC’s press release: bit.ly/46mQ2kS

🚨 KSM Mine: The world’s largest undeveloped gold mines is moving ahead in B.C.—based on an Environmental Assessment that’s over a decade old. A case in court this week could change that. 👇🧵(1/9)

📬 ICYMI: Here’s a quick recap from our September newsletter on Bill 15 and the government’s public survey, which alarmingly includes mining among the types of projects that could be fast-tracked under the new law. 🧵👇(1/9)

🔎 One of BC’s most concerning proposed mines is flying under the radar — despite local, environmental, and Indigenous opposition. Let’s talk about the Cariboo Gold Mine, and why it’s been named to our 2025 Dirty Dozen list. 🧵👇(1/8)

Evidence shows Red Chris Mine was built without proper assessment of site conditions to manage seepage, water pollution, and risks to fish. Despite compliance issues and penalties, its block cave expansion—where 3 workers were trapped—is fast-tracked. shorturl.at/Kc0pi

🚨 Dirty Dozen 2025 Highlight: Premier Gold Mine (Ascot Resources) Near B.C.’s Salmon River, this project reopened with no public consultation and has since exceeded pollution limits, failed key upgrades, and now faces a lawsuit for allegedly misleading investors. A thread 🧵 (1/9)

📍7.5 km from Rossland, B.C., a proposed magnesium mine is flying under the radar. Despite public concern, the B.C. gov’t says no Environmental Assessment (EA) is needed. Let’s talk about Record Ridge, one of B.C.’s #DirtyDozen2025 mines. 🧵 (1/9)

Xatśūll First Nation has filed an appeal to stop Mount Polley Mine from raising its tailings dam without an environmental assessment. They argue the August 6th B.C. Supreme Court ruling limits environmental oversight & Aboriginal rights protections. 🔗 shorturl.at/YPWdW

This Labour Day, we honour B.C.’s mine workers—and the protections that help keep them safe. In July, safety measures at Red Chris—required early in planning—supported a successful rescue. Strong mining laws protect both land and life. #LabourDay #WorkerSafety shorturl.at/i4XOi

🚨 NEW: Brule Coal Mine just received a $13,000 fine for releasing dangerous dust up to 375% over legal limits — 32 times in 18 months. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. Brule has a long track record of harm — and it’s featured in our #DirtyDozen2025 report for a reason. 🧵(1/9)

A small gold mine near Smithers, B.C. restarted quietly, with no full environmental review and little public notice. Locals worry about water, wildlife, and rec access. Should communities get a stronger voice on projects like this? 💬🌿 Read more from @thenarwhal.ca: thenarwhal.ca/dome-mountai...

How Environmental Assessments help safeguard worker safety in B.C. mining Here’s what you missed in our August newsletter 👇 #BCPoli #MineSafety #CriticalMinerals 🧵(1/8)

Dirty Dozen 2025: The Nickel Plate Gold Mine is a case study in how mining companies can walk away—but pollution doesn’t. Owned by Barrick Gold, this closed B.C. mine continues to leak toxic cobalt into Hedley Creek, sometimes at 7000% above legal limits. Here's why that matters 👇 🧵 (1/8)

B.C. says it's committed to UNDRIP and environmental protection — but on the ground, outdated mining laws still call the shots. One mine, Gibraltar, shows how dangerous that gap can be. No review. No consent. And a massive tailings dam expansion on the way. 🧵(1/8)👇 #DirtyDozen2025

🚨 Red Chris Mine in BC is set to become Canada’s largest block-cave mine—the same mine where a recent tunnel collapse trapped 3 workers. Critics say the expansion increases risks to workers and water systems. 🔗 Read via @thetyee.ca: bit.ly/459Tcb5 #BCPoli

“This is the same unstable soil condition that caused the catastrophic failure more than a decade ago. Raising the (Mount Polley) dam height again on this foundation without a thorough, modern environmental assessment is deeply troubling.” — @nikkiskuce.bsky.social via @nationalobserver.com

A B.C. court has dismissed a legal challenge from Xatśūll First Nation’s legal challenge, allowing Imperial Metals to raise the Mount Polley dam — the same one that that failed catastrophically in 2014. 📖 More from CBC: bit.ly/45sfTGi #MountPolley #BCPoli #IndigenousRights

This week marks 11 years since the Mount Polley disaster—the worst mining spill in Canadian history. Now, as Xatśūll First Nation awaits a court ruling tomorrow on an injunction against the mine’s expansion, here’s a look at the ongoing harm—and what must change. ⬇️ 🧵(1/8)

📬 ICYMI: Our July newsletter is out. 11 years since the Mount Polley disaster, BC's mining system still hasn’t changed enough. Here's what you need to know 👇 #BCMining #MountPolley #Xatsull #DirtyDozen 🧵(1/7)

Canada’s biggest coal mining complex is poisoning rivers, risking community water, and leaving billions in cleanup unpaid. Here’s why Elk Valley Resources made our 2025 #DirtyDozen list for B.C.’s riskiest mines. #bcpoli #cdnpoli #mining 🧵(1/9)

UPDATE: 3 workers have been rescued and reunited with their families after being trapped for more than 60 hours under 30 meters of debris at Red Chris Mine in northern BC. We're happy the workers are home safe and commend the rescue team on their efforts! More from the CBC: shorturl.at/oZvGi

🚨 URGENT: Three miners are currently trapped underground at Red Chris mine in northern B.C. They are believed to be safe & uninjured, sheltering in a refuge bay after ground collapse incidents Tuesday. Rescue efforts are underway. #BC #MiningNews #RedChrisMine #EmergencyResponse

🛑 As Prime Minister Carney’s summit with First Nations last week touted a new era of Indigenous partnerships, stories like Yellow Giant in Gitxaała territory shows what happens when mining is rushed without consent or oversight. For real reconciliation, we must not repeat these failures. 🧵(1/7)

🚨 “This is not co-development. This is pre-determined.” — Chief Sharlene Gale At the Carney–First Nations Summit last week, First Nations leaders sent a clear message: true partnership can’t be rushed—and must be grounded in respect, consent, and Indigenous leadership. 🧵(1/7)

"I think it's important that residents are able to have meaningful input and shift how the project is designed, or elements of it, so that their interests are protected and that the project doesn't go ahead if it doesn't meet certain standards." #bcpoli #mining www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Reclamation efforts at Mount Polley are still ongoing more than a decade after disaster struck. Now, B.C. is pushing forward with expansion plans at a different mine that could have devastating consequences. Here’s what you need to know about Copper Mountain… 🧵 (1/8)

A Vancouver-based mining company is looking to sidestep the international agency charged with regulating mining in international waters. Here’s what you need to know... 🧵 (1/8)

Decades after it closed, Cassiar asbestos mine remains among the most polluted mine sites in B.C. Featured in our 2025 Dirty Dozen report, Cassiar’s toxic legacy underscores the importance of strong, accountable mining regulation—and reclamation—to protect communities. 🧵(1/9)

Canada pledged to protect 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030. Indigenous-led conservation is key to meeting that goal — here’s how #indigenousconservation #indigenoussovereignty

A decade after the Mount Polley disaster, Xatśūll First Nation is back in court to challenge the BC gov's decision to approve the expansion of a dam at the same mine. Mount Polley was featured in our Dirty Dozen 2025 report. More from @nationalobserver.com: bit.ly/3HV8CXz

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month by learning how First Nations are leading the fight to decolonize Canada’s mining laws and bring archaic historical practices into the modern era. Free webinar at 10am PT tomorrow: bit.ly/43UXemW #NIHM2025 🧵(1/10)

🧵In both B.C. and Quebec, “free entry” systems allow mining claims to occur on virtually all lands and without consultation or consent of Indigenous governments. But ongoing legal challenges, led by First Nations in both provinces, are fighting to change that. (1/5)

As B.C. prepares to fast-track mining projects, a watchdog warns that foregoing regulations and environmental assessments could harm land, water, public health and relations between First Nations and the provincial government. thenarwhal.ca/mining-dirty...

The Cassiar Asbestos Mine closed in the 1990s but still hasn't been cleaned up. It was flagged as one of BC's top 12 polluting and risky mines by @reformbcmining.bsky.social. #BCMining

“The paper fails to outline how new critical mineral mines will be directed toward the energy transition,” Skuce added. #bcpoli @reformbcmining.bsky.social www.biv.com/news/economy...

Our biennial Dirty Dozen report is out today - spotlighting 12 cases that show the risks and shortcomings of B.C.’s mining regulatory regime. Given the push to fast-track projects, this year we dug into the impacts of cutting corners. Full report: reformbcmining.ca/reports/

📣 Join this Friday for the BC Premiere of UNEARTH, highlighting the impacts of Canada’s mining industry. 🗓️ May 9 | 7:15 PM 📍SFU - Djavad Mowafaghian Cinema, Vancouver 🎟️ Tickets: doxa2025.eventive.org/schedule/67e... 💥 Use code DX25ENVRO13 for 20% off tickets!

📧 Our April newsletter is out: mailchi.mp/miningwatch/... ➡️ This month's focus? Federal elections, fast-tracking of mining projects & what that means for environmental protections and Indigenous rights. ✍️ Not yet subscribed? Sign up here: reformbcmining.ca/join/