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Vancouver, B.C. – July 9, 2025 – The Province of British Columbia has released details about the Phase 3 of the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) Transformation Project, which began in 2022.
The government will conduct an engagement process through summer 2025 on policy recommendations developed through the first two rounds of engagement. AME has requested that the government clearly articulate how industry feedback has been considered in these recommendations. Industry needs solutions that reduce costs and permit delays while supporting a strong mineral exploration sector.
To learn more, please sign up for updates here. Members are encouraged to engage in the process, which will be launched in the coming weeks through:
- An online survey in writing;
- Engagement sessions; or
- One-on-one meetings with the ministry
Recognizing that many mineral explorers most affected by the HCA changes are currently in the field during the consultation period, AME has urged government to move forward only with policies that do not impact the mineral exploration industry currently, and to allow additional time for meaningful engagement on those policy issues that do impact mineral exploration. To conduct meaningful engagement with industry, industry must have a meaningful chance to engage.
To learn more about the changes and to speak to someone at AME, please connect with Jack Middleton, jmiddleton@amebc.ca.
About AME
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) is the lead association for the mineral exploration and development industry based in British Columbia. Established in 1912, AME represents, advocates and promotes the interests of more than 6,000 members who are engaged in mineral exploration and development in BC and globally. AME encourages a safe, economically strong and environmentally responsible industry by providing clear initiatives, policies, events and tools to support its membership in delivering responsible projects that advance reconciliation and provide benefit to all British Columbians.
AME Contact:
Richard Truman
604.404.1031
rtruman@amebc.ca