Mineral Exploration & Mining
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B.C. Geological Survey
Continue to the British Columbia Geological Survey (BCGS) and the Mineral Development Office (MDO).
Mineral Titles
The Mineral Titles Branch administers the legislation governing the acquisition, exploration and development of mineral, placer mineral, and coal rights in the Province.
Mining Health & Safety
Mining is one of British Columbia's safest heavy industries, and the Province is committed to ensuring that B.C. remains a world leader in mine health and safety practices.
Mineral & Coal Exploration
Exploration carried out by prospectors and companies leads to discoveries of valuable deposits.
Mine Permitting
There are generally two different levels of mine permitting in B.C.—"major mine" and "regional" permits.
Mining Compliance & Enforcement
The Province is committed to ensuring that B.C. remains a leader in mining regulation and oversight, while enhancing responsible resource development and strengthening First Nations involvement in B.C.'s mining sector.
B.C. Mine Information Website
The Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources has collaborated with the Environmental Assessment Office and the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change to develop a new B.C. Mine Information website. This site makes mine-related information from all three agencies available online in one place for the first time.
Further Information
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