Mining Politics: BC Looks To Metal Mines as a Way to Fight Trump

The New Westminster Times

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3,047 views Jan 27, 2026 VANCOUVER CONVENTION CENTRE

Description: David Brett from The New Westminster Times exposes the 2026 BC mining paradox: Premier Eby celebrates Mount Milligan expansion and critical minerals as economic salvation, yet DRIPA, UNDRIP veto powers, Cowichan title ruling, and activist influence threaten private property rights, exploration, and investment in British Columbia. With gold at record highs, copper demand soaring, and Vancouver’s Anglotech merger promising billions, this is a critical moment for all to understand the real risks and opportunities in Canada’s resource sector. Also, the Mount Milligan mine extension, copper demand for green energy, critical minerals corridor, and the growing threat to private property rights and mining investment in British Columbia. Premier David Eby touts fast-tracked permitting and First Nations partnerships, but DRIPA enforcement, UNDRIP veto powers, Cowichan Aboriginal title decision, and activist influence raise red flags. Essential 2026 update on BC mining projects, exploration challenges, gold and copper outlook, land use uncertainty, and why Vancouver remains a global mining finance hub despite policy risks. What You'll Learn -Latest on Mount Milligan mine extension and why existing mine expansions are fast-tracked while new projects face delays

• Why copper and gold dominate BC mining investment amid green energy electrification and gold price over $5,000/oz
• How DRIPA, UNDRIP, and the Cowichan Aboriginal title decision threaten private property rights and mining permitting in BC
• The irony of Eby promoting mining as BC’s economic savior while activist policies and funding undermine the sector
• Tech Resources–Anglo American merger (Anglotech) and its $10B Canadian commitment, including major BC projects
• Why exploration (not just mining) is stalled and what it means for junior miners, geologists, and investment firms

Chapter Details

• Introduction & AMEBC Roundup 2026 Overview
• Mount Milligan Mine Extension & Existing Mine Advantages
• Copper Demand & Green Energy Future
• Gold Price Surge & BC Mining Investment
• David Eby’s Remarks: Permitting Speed & First Nations Partnerships
• DRIPA, UNDRIP & Private Property Rights Risks
• Tech–Anglo American Merger (Anglotech) & Head Office in Vancouver
• Critical Minerals Corridor & Exploration Challenges
• Activist Influence & Media Funding (Narwhal/Tides Canada)
• Closing & Call to Support The New Westminster Times independent reporting
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