Highland Valley copper mine life extension project, Canada
Name of the Project
Highland Valley copper mine life extension (HVC MLE) project.
Location
The HVC MLE will be located at the current HVC site, in British Columbia, Canada.
Project Owner/s
Canadian resources company Teck Resources.
Project Description
The HVC MLE will extend the life of Highland Valley Copper to the mid-2040s.
Potential Job Creation
HVC MLE is expected to create about 2 900 jobs during the construction phase of the project. After construction, ongoing operations will support an estimated 1 500 direct jobs and $500-million in yearly GDP.
Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
$100-million to $110-million is expected to be invested in the project in 2025.
Planned Start/End Date
Not stated.
Latest Developments
The British Columbia government issued an environmental assessment certificate for the project in June 2025. Site preparation work is expected to start shortly, along with work to secure additional required permits, with a final construction sanction decision by Teck expected in the third quarter of 2025.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Not disclosed.
Contact Details for Project Information
Teck Resources, tel +1 855 523 3429 or email HVCMLE@teck.com.
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