B.C. Premier David Eby is fast-tracking 18 major resource projects as part of a strategy to reduce the province’s economic reliance on the U.S. These projects, valued at $20 billion and expected to create 8,000 jobs, span various sectors including mining, energy, and renewables. Among the most notable projects is the revival of the Eskay Creek Gold/Silver mine near Stewart in northwest B.C., as well as the expansion of the Red Chris Gold and Copper Mine in the same region. Another key project is the Mount Milligan Gold and Copper Mine near Fort St. James, which will expand the province’s mining footprint.
In the energy sector, B.C. is advancing the Cedar LNG Natural Gas Export Facility in Kitimat, aimed at strengthening the province’s role in global energy markets. A new B.C. Hydro transmission line will also be constructed to supply power to northwest B.C., enhancing the region’s energy infrastructure.
Additionally, the province is pushing forward with several wind power projects across B.C., with a focus on First Nations ownership. These efforts are part of B.C.’s broader plan to prepare for potential U.S. tariffs and expand its trade relationships with markets beyond the U.S., including China and Japan.
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