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Despite years of growth, British Columbia miners see an uncertain futureMining companies in British Columbia saw increased revenue in 2018, but environmental legislation is cause for concern

Mining companies in British Columbia saw increased revenue in 2018, but environmental legislation is cause for concern

By Matthew Coyte

July 25, 2019

PwC's report credits Teck Resources expanding overall production at its British Columbia coal operations, such as Elkview. Photo courtesy of Teck Resources.

Growth in the British Columbia mining industry continued in 2018, according to PwC’s annual report on the sector published in May. But despite an increase in revenue, employment and income, concluded the report, the industry is cautious about what the future holds.

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