Identify open exploration zones through land-use planning maps

Status

Made

Policy areas

Jurisdiction

British Columbia

Made

Oct 1, 2026

Campaign

2026 British Columbia Provincial Election platform

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Map for growth. We will identify where exploration is welcome and keep it open, with land-use planning enabling responsible exploration.

Clarify mineral tenure rights by mapping areas explicitly open for mineral claims without retroactive prohibitions.

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): Map for growth. We will identify where exploration is welcome and keep it open, with land-use planning enabling responsible exploration.