How the Wet’suwet’en crisis could have played out differently
Amid escalating tensions and armed RCMP responses, leaders say Canada must abide by the ‘rule...
B.C. First Nations should require full clean-up costs up-front for mines: new study
While other jurisdictions like Quebec and Alaska require mines to post full remediation costs as...
Groups call on B.C. to fund Indigenous monitoring of mines in traditional territories
As the province considers reforms to mining laws, 30 organizations are advocating for increased transparency...
The jade hunters on Tahltan land
Popularized in reality TV shows like Jade Fever, amateur and independent miners have been flocking...
‘When are they going to ensure the polluter pays?’: proposed B.C. mining reforms don’t go far enough
A plan to update the province’s antiquated Mines Act will bring more independent oversight of...
Unravelling B.C.’s landmark legislation on Indigenous rights
If passed, the new law will make B.C. the first government in Canada to codify...
U.S. lists B.C. caribou as endangered while province approves logging in critical habitat
As southern mountain caribou herds wink out, the B.C. government is turning to controversial measures...
Energy development vs. endangered species: winner takes all
The world is literally dying around us as we continue to pursue the myth of...
B.C. failing to protect drinking water: auditor general
Climate change and industrial activities pose increased risks to B.C.’s water, but the provincial government...
