September 22, 2025
RED FM News Desk
Premier David Eby is in New York to promote British Columbia as a prime destination for investment in clean energy and critical minerals. These resources are seen as key drivers for the global shift to a sustainable, innovation-driven economy.
Premier Eby highlighted that “British Columbia has what the world needs, including valuable critical minerals, skilled workers, and access to strategic global markets.” He added that his visit to New York, which is home to investors from around the world, is an opportunity to showcase B.C.’s competitive edge.
“We are a clean-energy powerhouse, a stable and dependable project partner, and have an abundance of natural resources,” Eby said. “We will be the economic engine of the new Canadian economy, and we’re proving it every day.”
As per Eby’s office the trip, which is taking place from September 21 to 23, 2025, coincides with Climate Week NYC, a major event that draws clean-energy investors from across the globe.
A key focus of the mission is to highlight B.C.’s strengths in clean growth and climate-aligned investment. The premier is meeting with leading investors and decision-makers to drive investment into the province’s critical minerals sector. B.C. is expected to play a crucial role in Canada’s Critical Minerals Strategy, which aims to push more projects to final investment decisions.
The recent expansion of the Red Chris Mine was designated as a project of national importance, underscoring the province’s growing role in this sector. According to a provincial release, B.C.’s mining operations are among the world’s least carbon-intensive, as 98% of the province’s electricity comes from clean or renewable sources. This gives B.C. a significant advantage in the global market. The mining sector represents nearly 30% of the province’s goods exports, with an estimated $16.7 billion worth of products in 2024.
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