Fast-track permits and incentives for value-added mineral processing

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British Columbia

Made

Oct 1, 2026

Campaign

2026 British Columbia Provincial Election platform

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Statement

Value-add in mining. Explore the business case for more value-added processing and, where there is investor interest, fast track permits and provide incentives to encourage more value-added projects.

Overview

Incentivize in-province refining, smelting, and battery precursor manufacturing facilities.

Sources

Ready to DELIVER - Lorne Doerkson's Plan for a STRONGER BC / 2026 (Page 20) (opens in a new tab) Source

Page 20 (Mining and critical minerals): Value-add in mining. Explore the business case for more value-added processing and, where there is investor interest, fast track permits and provide incentives to encourage more value-added projects.

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