Regional Geologists
Last updated on January 20, 2025Regional Geologists are based in Smithers, Prince George, Kamloops, Cranbrook, and Vancouver. They monitor exploration and mining activities, and provide expertise to prospectors and mineral exploration companies. They also work in their communities to enhance understanding of local geoscience and foster a healthy and prosperous minerals sector.
Map of Regional Geologist Areas and Boundaries
Southwest: Bruce Northcote
Phone: (604) 660-2713
Email: Bruce.Northcote@gov.bc.ca
Mailing address:
Mineral Development Office
Suite 300 - 865 Hornby Street
Vancouver, B.C.
V6Z 2G3
North Central and Northeast: Hassan Heidarian
Email: Hassan.Heidarian@gov.bc.ca
Mailing Address:
Suite 350 - 1011 4th Avenue
Prince George, B.C.
V2L 3H9
Northwest: Nate Corcoran
Phone: (250) 876-6707
Email: Nathan.Corcoran@gov.bc.ca
Mailing Address:
2rd Floor - 3726 Alfred Avenue
Smithers, B.C.
V0J 2N0
South Central: Cary Pothorin
Phone: (778) 405-4875
Email: Cary.Pothorin@gov.bc.ca
Mailing Address:
2rd Floor - 441 Columbia Street
Kamloops, B.C.
V2C 2T3
Mineral Development Office
300 - 865 Hornby Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6Z 2G3
Gordon Clarke (Director)
Email: Gordon.Clarke@gov.bc.ca
Phone: (604) 660-2094
Fax: (604) 660-2653
Bruce Northcote (Regional Geologist)
Email: Bruce.Northcote@gov.bc.ca
Phone: (604) 660-2713
Fax: (604) 660-2653
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