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Canadian oilpatch likely to surpass 2022's production record, but only slightly

Canadian oilpatch likely to surpass 2022's production record, but only slightly

CALGARY — Canadian oil and gas companies are expected to increase spending in 2023, but analysts say it will be another year of modest growth and not a return to boom times.
'People from the sacrifice zone': Doctors call for moratorium on B.C. fracking

'People from the sacrifice zone': Doctors call for moratorium on B.C. fracking

A group of doctors is calling for a moratorium on hydraulic fracking in British Columbia, citing reports from nearby residents the industry is leading deteriorating mental and physical health of nearby residents.
B.C.’s cold snap shatters electricity use record — again

B.C.’s cold snap shatters electricity use record — again

BC Hydro usage records have been smashed twice this week by temperatures that are expected to rise for Christmas.
B.C., federal government deny approval for northern B.C. coal mine

B.C., federal government deny approval for northern B.C. coal mine

Glencore Canada’s Sukunka coal mine near Tumbler Ridge and Chetwynd would have created 700 jobs during construction, and 250 permanent jobs.
Ivanhoe responds to allegations of corruption in DRC

Ivanhoe responds to allegations of corruption in DRC

Law firm exploring possibility of class action lawsuit
Rio Tinto buys out Turquoise Hill

Rio Tinto buys out Turquoise Hill

Spin-out of Vancouver's Ivanhoe Mines acquired for US$3.1 billion
First Nations challenge B.C. mineral claim regime in court

First Nations challenge B.C. mineral claim regime in court

Requiring notification on claims would have big impact on exploration: AME
Report: Oil demand expected to start long-term decline within the decade

Report: Oil demand expected to start long-term decline within the decade

The drop is based on long-term social and economic trends, study author says, and demand not likely to resurge
Plaudits for federal critical minerals strategy

Plaudits for federal critical minerals strategy

Mining associations, First Nation industry group praise federal plan
Ottawa places big bets on critical minerals

Ottawa places big bets on critical minerals

Remoteness, regulatory sclerosis still pose barriers to mine development in Canada