Should a New Open-Pit Copper Mine Be Built Near Kamloops?
Official title: Yellowhead Copper Project Public notice Participant Funding Available
A company wants to build a large open-pit copper mine about 150 km northeast of Kamloops, BC. The federal government is assessing the environmental impacts. Right now, they're offering funding to help Indigenous communities and local residents participate in the review process.
Why This Matters
Live in the BC Interior? This mine could bring jobs but also affect local water and land. Indigenous communities in the area have a direct stake in how this project moves forward. Even if you're not nearby, copper mining decisions shape Canada's approach to resource development.
What Could Change
If approved, a new open-pit copper mine would be built in the BC Interior. The environmental assessment will determine what conditions the company must meet—things like water protection, wildlife habitat, and Indigenous consultation requirements.
Key Issues
- What environmental impacts could this copper mine have on the region?
- How should Indigenous communities be involved in the assessment process?
- What concerns should be addressed in the Initial Project Description?
How to Participate
- Review the Initial Project Description summary to understand what's being proposed.
- Submit your comments through the project page on the IAAC Registry by the deadline.
- If you need funding to participate, apply to the Participant Funding Program or contact fp-paf@iaac-aeic.gc.ca.