British Columbia is rich in the minerals the world needs for the energy transition, technological and economic growth, and national security. Yet despite billions in proposed mining projects, progress remains slow. Why? A slow and uncertain permitting and authorizations process, First Nations capacity challenges, and delivery models that no longer fit today’s expectations.
Traditional project delivery — where companies design the project on their own, consult with First Nations later, and move through permitting and construction in isolated steps — isn’t aligned with modern requirements for early partnership, shared decision-making, and integrated project planning.
Join Michael Goehring, president of MABC and industry leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders for a candid round table discussion on what it will take to move BC’s mining projects from concept to reality. Together, we’ll tackle the tough questions:
How do we overcome permitting paralysis and restore confidence in timelines? How do we balance environmental safeguards and Indigenous rights with project development? How can we accelerate development plans and reduce project risk earlier in the cycle?
Panelists
Ron Ezekiel is a Partner at Fasken specializing in Mining, Infrastructure & Energy. He advises clients on regulatory approvals, compliance risk, M&A transactions, and the negotiation of complex agreements, including Indigenous partnership and equity arrangements, across all stages of project development and operations. Ron is known for leading collaborative, cross-disciplinary teams and integrating commercial, regulatory, environmental, and Indigenous considerations into practical, business-focused solutions. He has been recognized as Best Lawyers in Canada Vancouver Energy Law “Lawyer of the Year” (2018, 2023) for his outcome-driven advice and commitment to client service.
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