Where are major coal and copper mines located in British Columbia?

In British Columbia, major mining operations are distributed across the province to utilize its diverse mineral resources.1

• Coal Mines: Large-scale open-pit coal mining operations are located in the southeastern and northeastern corners of the province. Historically, coal was also extracted from Vancouver Island and the Crowsnest Pass region.1
• Copper Mines: Significant open-pit copper mines are situated southwest of Kamloops.1

The mining sector remains a vital component of the provincial economy, supported by ongoing mineral exploration and processing activities.1