The Mining Association of British Columbia’s (MABC) independent 2025 economic impact study has highlighted 27 advanced-stage mining projects in British Columbia (BC) that could collectively inject more than C$90bn into the economy amid global instability and fiscal challenges.
The construction of these 27 projects could represent an investment of more than C$41bn, which is in turn expected to create thousands of jobs, generating C$27bn in labour income and contributing more than C$12bn in tax revenues.
Furthermore, the procurement of goods and services from local suppliers is estimated to reach C$20bn.
MABC president and CEO Michael Goehring said: “BC has the minerals, precious metals and steelmaking coal the world needs. Mining has the potential to drive a new wave of economic growth – creating jobs, strengthening local and First Nations communities, and generating revenues for government services.”
The operation of these mines over the coming decades is projected to contribute up to C$984bn in economic activity.
BC’s mining industry is recognised for its low carbon footprint and as a leading supplier of responsibly produced materials crucial for modern technologies, including electric vehicle batteries and wind turbines, says MABC.
Mansfield Consulting conducted the study, assessing the impact of 18 critical mineral projects, six precious metal projects and three steelmaking coal projects, which are in advanced stages of development.
Data for the study was gathered through interviews, technical and feasibility studies, and economic assessments published by the proponents and accessible on the SEDAR (System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval) website.
The study builds upon previous analysis from 2024, which evaluated the impact of 17 proposed critical mineral mines.
Goehring added: “The responsible development of BC’s critical minerals, precious metals and steelmaking coal resources can secure BC’s economic future, resiliency and long-term prosperity. It is time to get more mines built.”
The mining sector in BC supports more than 35,000 jobs and nearly 4,000 businesses, including those owned by First Nations. It accounts for $18bn in annual economic activity and represents nearly 30% of the province’s goods exports.
In February 2025, the Government of BC fast-tracked 18 mining and energy projects with an estimated value of C$20bn.
