"I'd like to see the BC government put absolute number one priority on getting our economy rolling again." At last week's AME Town Hall in Vancouver, President & CEO Todd Stone had the chance to talk to AME member Patricia Mohr, commodity expert and developer of the Scotiabank Commodity Price Index, about what it takes to accelerate the mineral exploration and development sector in BC.

Is B.C. doing enough to secure investment in critical minerals? In this opinion piece, Trish Jacques, AME Chair, highlights the challenges of unclear processes and delayed decisions, urging the provincial government to prioritize clear action and communication, with collaboration between government, First Nations, and industry. Read here: biv.com/news/commentary/opin… Published in @BIVnews

Timely, transparent permitting is essential for BC’s mineral exploration sector to thrive. Hear from @grizzlygzd's Mike Dufresne on the challenges of navigating regulatory delays and why a clear process is key to keeping investment and jobs in the province.

Mineral exploration is essential for the mining industry and the future of critical minerals in British Columbia. AME welcomes the BC Conservative Party and BC NDP's recognition of the need to streamline mining project permitting, which is vital for utilizing the province's resources. However, AME urges all political parties to emphasize the importance of greenfield exploration, where industrial activity has not taken place. By advocating for a comprehensive approach to mining that includes robust exploration initiatives, we can unlock British Columbia's mineral potential and ensure a sustainable future for the industry and its communities. Read the full release here: amebc.ca/releases/ame-statem…

AME members, join us for an online Town Hall to hear the latest policy, events & outreach news from AME, with a special focus on the Mineral Tenure Act modernization process. 🗓️Thursday, August 29 @ 10 AM - 11 AM Meeting info & link have been sent to all members via email.

Greetings from Kamloops! This morning, AME President & CEO Keerit Jutla delivered an update for mineral explorers at the @KamloopsExplora Conference. Swing by Booth 27 to connect with our team, including Senior VP & COO, Jonathan Buchanan & Member Relations Manager, Jasmine Lad.

Read AME's statement in response to the BC Ministry of EMLI announcing interim orders to protect Gitxaala Nation & Ehattesaht First Nation’s mineral interests & outlining a process for cooperation & consultation for modernizing the MTA: amebc.ca/updates/ame-stateme…

BC Budget 2024 provides welcome support for permitting as well as a new First Nations Equity Financing Framework. Read @AME_BC release: amebc.ca/releases/ame-respon…

Read this opinion piece by Kendra Johnston, past AME President & CEO, discussing how British Columbia has a significant opportunity to contribute to the global energy transformation by accelerating responsible mining projects for critical minerals: bit.ly/43pjMZD

A multi-generational opportunity to modernize the Mineral Tenure Act & advance reconciliation in BC is before us. AME is advocating for a balanced approach that respects all land users & maintains the competitive nature of our industry. Read the full Q&A: bit.ly/3CYSKgL

📷 Are you in the field this Canada Day long weekend? Make sure to snap some shots for the AME 2023 Photo Contest, now exclusively on social media! For entry guidelines & rules, visit: amebc.ca/2023-ame-photo-cont… #AMEintheField

Happy #InternationalDayofWomeninMining! Today, we recognise the hard-working women in mineral exploration & mining whose contributions are essential & transformative for the industry's long-term sustainability. Find out more here: conta.cc/43z81AB #IDWIM2023

Happy #BCMiningMonth! 🏔 The minerals and metals that we discover, develop and produce in BC are key ingredients to our everyday lives and lead us to a greener future. They make everything we strive for possible!