05/21/2026
Last week, Newmont was pleased to welcome the Hon. Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Canada and the Hon. Jagrup Brar, Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals for a three-day tour of Northwest British Columbia, including our Brucejack and Red Chris operations. A key stop was also Stewart Bulk Terminal, a partnership between the Nisga’a Lisims Government, Tahltan Nation Development Corporation, and Arrow Transportation.
The visit was an opportunity to showcase the incredible potential of Northwest BC as a globally significant critical minerals region that is home to 75% of Canada’s copper resources. With abundant mineral endowment, the availability of clean hydroelectric power, deep-water port access serving as an export gateway to Asia, and Indigenous economic leadership, the region is uniquely positioned to become a world-class Tier 1 mining district.
At Red Chris, we discussed Newmont’s proposed Block Cave Project, which is expected to extend the mine life by approximately 14 years and increase Canada’s copper production by roughly 15%. We were also pleased to highlight other major projects in the region, including the Galore Creek project, our joint-venture with Teck Resources and one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits.
A key focus of our discussions was the importance of infrastructure investment. Strategic investments in roads, transmission lines, telecommunications, and port infrastructure have the potential to unlock long-term economic opportunities, strengthen local communities, and support Canada’s role as a reliable supplier of critical minerals to the world.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the visit a success, and in particular to the Tahltan Leadership Council for joining the tour along the way and helping to showcase the powerful decade long story of economic partnership and co-management at the Red Chris Mine. The tour highlighted how strong communities, collaboration, and shared stewardship will be foundational to the long-term success of responsible mining development in the region.