Experts say mining industry in B.C. ‘on a rebound,’ despite Ajax decision
KAMLOOPS — Mining companies, prospectors, and geologist from around B.C. are in Kamloops for the next two days for the 31st annual Kamloops Exploration Group’s conference.
Despite projects like Ajax being rejected by the provincial government, experts in mining say the industry is still in good shape and actually prospering.
“I think mining in British Columbia is on a rebound,” said Vice-President of Mining & Minerals for GeoScience BC Bruce Madu. “We had some tough times through 2012 to 2015. Metal prices are strong right now. Demand for metal such as copping is rising with the development of electric vehicles, wind turbines. B.C. is positioned to supply that metal to the world.”