Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals
Last updated on December 5, 2024The Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals is responsible for British Columbia’s strategy for mining and critical mineral projects.
Featured topics
- Critical Minerals
Learn about the critical minerals of British Columbia. - Mineral Exploration and Mining
Over 30,000 people are employed in mineral exploration, mining and related sectors in B.C. - Mining Health and Safety
Learn more about how the Mines Act protects workers and public through provisions for minimizing the health, safety and environmental risks related to mining activities. - Regulatory Excellence in Mining (PDF, 458KB)
Learn more about the Mines Competitiveness and Authorizations Division and the Mines Health, Safety and Enforcement Division.
Featured services
- MapPlace
Browse, visualize, and analyze multidisciplinary geoscience data online. - Mineral Titles Online
An online mineral titles administration system. - Mineral Development Office
The Mineral Development Office is the Vancouver base of the British Columbia Geological Survey.
Minister
Honourable Jagrup Brar
Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals
- Biography
- Premier’s appointment letter (PDF, 109KB)
- Ministerial mandate letter
Deputy Minister
Nathaniel Amann-Blake
Deputy Minister, Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals