The federal Conservative government indicated in its throne speech today it will be reducing red tape for the review of natural resources projects, which could have significant implications for projects in northern B.C.
The B.C. mining industry immediately lauded the promise of regulatory streamlining in the throne speech, delivered to Parliament by Gov. General Michaelle Jean.
"Today's commitment to regulatory reform is a welcome signal to industry that Canada is open to investment" said Pierre Gratton, president and CEO of the B.C. Mining Association.
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