What was this engagement about?
The Province is developing BC’s Critical Minerals Strategy to support the transition to a cleaner economy. Feedback from this engagement as well as input gathered through the Critical Minerals Advisory Committee, First Nations engagement and a First Nations Energy and Mines Council event will inform the strategy.
Timeline: October 6 to November 6, 2023
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How to participate
We invite you to help shape BC’s Critical Minerals Strategy. Your feedback and insights are crucial in developing the Strategy’s direction. Please take this opportunity to read the discussion paper and provide your comments, ideas and suggestions through the online discussions, or a written submission.
Online discussion
Share your ideas and perspectives on the 7 online discussion topics (based on the discussion paper) or read what others are saying. The online discussion is open until November 6, 2023 at 4 pm PT.
Written submissions
Organizations are invited to send written submissions on the discussion paper by November 6, 2023 at 4 pm PT.
First Nations engagement
The Province is seeking ideas and feedback from First Nations through three pathways.
Next steps
All comments will be considered in shaping the Critical Minerals Strategy. Let’s work together to develop a robust and inclusive strategy that meets the needs of our province.
Commitment to Anti-Racism
The Province of B.C. is committed to taking action against racism and to working to ensure this engagement process is anti-racist and safeguards human rights. Disrespectful and racist comments will not be accepted or considered and will be removed from the engagement record. Please ensure comments are constructive and focused for this engagement.
Engagement timeline
Engagement launch
October 6, 2023
Discussions are moderated
October 6 to November 6, 2023
Moderating and posting of content will generally occur during regular business hours Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays in British Columbia. Content submitted outside of these hours will be reviewed and posted at the earliest opportunity.
Engagement closes
November 6, 2023 at 4pm PT
What We Heard Report released
Winter 2024
Critical Minerals Strategy is released
Winter 2024