Tag: transboundary mining

Human rights panel to weigh transboundary mining concerns

by Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska | May 3, 2021 | Local News, Syndicated

An international human rights body has agreed to hear from Southeast Alaska tribes concerned about cross-border pollution. Tribes and First Nations want more protection from British Columbia’s mining sector that’s active in transboundary watersheds. Read More

Alaska officials silent on KSM’s request for more time to court mine investors

by Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska | Dec 10, 2020 | Uncategorized

The company behind the project says the pandemic has delayed progress; critics argue that they’re stalling, hoping to attract new investors. Alaska fishing interests and conservation groups are opposing the permit extension, while state officials remain silent. Read More

Activity to resume at New Polaris mine upstream of Taku River

by Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska | Nov 24, 2020 | Local News, Syndicated

The New Polaris Gold Mine hasn’t produced precious metal since the early 1950s. Developers want to restart mining and eventually barge supplies up the Taku River. Read More

Southeast’s tribal transboundary commission gets new executive director

by Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska | May 28, 2020 | Local News, Syndicated

The Southeast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission was formed by 15 tribes concerned about ecological threats from Canadian mines. It's since expanded its scope and influence across the U.S. and Canada. Read More

B.C. government asks for input over mining regulations. But how serious is it about reform?

by Jacob Resneck, CoastAlaska | Sep 25, 2019 | Local News, Syndicated

British Columbia is accepting public comment on some proposed reforms to its mining regulations. But The Narwhal's Carol Linnitt says many key recommendations remain off the table. Read More

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