Should a New Open-Pit Copper Mine Be Built Near Kamloops?
Official title: Yellowhead Copper Project Public Notice Comments Invited & Information Sessions on the Initial Project Description
Taseko Mines wants to build a new open-pit copper mine about 150 km northeast of Kamloops, BC. Both federal and provincial environmental agencies are reviewing the project together. They're asking for public input on the initial project description and whether BC should lead the full assessment process.
Why This Matters
Live in the Clearwater or Kamloops area? This mine could bring jobs but also affect local water and land. Indigenous communities have a stake in how this land is used. Even if you're far away, copper mining decisions shape Canada's resource economy.
What Could Change
If approved, a new open-pit copper mine would be built and operated in the BC interior. BC may take over the federal environmental assessment process. Your feedback now shapes what issues the company must address before any final decision.
Key Issues
- What are the potential environmental impacts of the proposed copper mine?
- Should BC lead the environmental assessment on behalf of the federal government?
- What concerns should be addressed in the project review?
How to Participate
- Review the initial project description and summary document on the Canadian Impact Assessment Registry (reference number 89694).
- Submit your comments through the federal registry or email yellowhead@iaac-aeic.gc.ca if you need an alternative format.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2025 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM PT | Virtual Information Session | Virtual | |
| September 10, 2025 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM PT | In-Person Open House - Dutch Lake Community Centre | Dutch Lake Community Centre Gymnasium, 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, BC |