British Columbia is one of the world’s most important mining regions, and mining is one of the province’s most important industries.It generates thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in annual sales while providing raw materials for many of the products we rely on every day. Mining has fueled economic development in B.C. communities for over 150 years, and it has incredible potential for the future. World demand for coal, metals and minerals is rising, led by industrial growth in places like China and India. Demand is also growing for aggregate materials, such as sand and gravel, to support the booming BC economy and exports to the US.
Highland Valley Copper
British Columbia is one of the world's biggest mining regions for coal, but did you also know it is one of the biggest mining regions for copper too ? Highland Copper Valley is third in bringing in the most mining revenue just after Fording River (1) and Elkview (2). In 2012 HCV had an estimated $1.01 Billion in revenue.HVC produces both copper and molybdenum concentrates through autogenous and semi-autogenous grinding and flotation. Once processed, the metal concentrates are exported overseas, where the majority is sold under long-term sales contracts to smelters.