Connecting 100% of Active Mines to Clean Energy Systems
Our mining innovation cluster connects the mining industry with opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and waste while driving economic development through job creation and retention, and positioning British Columbia mining companies as more sustainable players on the global stage.
Our Key Focus Areas:
- First Nations Collaboration
- Regulatory Innovation
- Carbon Management (CCUS, Electrification, Scope 3 & Life Cycle Emissions)
- Mineral Processing Innovation
- Critical MInerals
- Workforce of the Future
Critical minerals are essential to electrifying our global economy.
British Columbia has the natural resources, innovation, and talent to meet this demand. However, challenges still exist for the industry to achieve a low carbon future.
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Our Working Group Membership includes access to industry-led focus areas, affordable industry research, project development services, a network of participating organizations, and proportionate cost-sharing of initiatives among working group members.
Promoting the Sustainable Development of Mining
While BC’s mines have a long history of adopting innovative mining methods and technologies, innovation and acceleration are needed to transform the industry. Collaboration is essential for a strong mining sector and ecosystem development to achieve our critical minerals vision and support BC’s economy.
Join the BCNZINCapital Attraction and Investor Matchmaking
Innovation Challenges and Scouting
Business Feasibility Studies
Project Development and Coordination
Market and Industry Research
Events & Consultations
Mining Technology Ecosystem Map
Your Essential Guide to Mining Technology in Canada
Utilizing our robust network, we've leveraged data from technology companies and other key stakeholders to map, categorize, and analyze Canada's mining technology sector.
Want to learn more? Download the detailed value chain report.
BCNZIN News
- September 30, 2024 Article Honouring Indigenous Leadership on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation As we work towards net zero for generations to come, it's crucial that we recognize the invaluable generational knowledge of Indigenous communities, and together build meaningful partnerships that safeguard our shared environment for future generations. View Article
- August 28, 2024 Report Bioeconomy Opportunities: Lil'wat Forestry Ventures In the Southwest of BC, burning restrictions prohibit harvesting and fire prevention activities in some forested regions. This led Lil’wat Forestry Ventures (LFV), an economic development venture with traditional forestry activities and assets, to consider new pathways to remove forest waste sustainably. View Report
- March 11, 2024 Announcement Finalists Announced for Foresight’s 2024 BC Cleantech Awards The results are in! After a rigorous review of over 130 impressive nominations, finalists have been chosen for Foresight Canada's fifth annual BC Cleantech Awards. View Announcement