Williams Lake Mayor Kerry Cook travelled to Ottawa earlier this month to lobby on behalf of Taseko Mines’ (TSX:TKO) Prosperity project.
The federal government rejected the massive copper-gold project November 2 citing environmental concerns.
Cook, who believes Prosperity would generate significant economic benefits for her region, rolled into the nation’s capital with a retinue of Cariboo-Chilcotin politicians who support the project.
First Nations were not among the delegates.
The group met with federal Transportation Minister Chuck Strahl, Environment Minister John Baird, Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea and Treasury Board President Stockwell Day.
“We were able to convey just how important this project is to our region, and that message was received loud and clear,” said Cook.
She said the federal government committed to provide clarification about its decision to reject the mine and suggest the next steps forward before December 17.