B.C. to end jade mining in northwest region, gives existing mines 5 years to close
Many jade mining sites in the Turnagain region of northwestern B.C. are only accessible by helicopter, which makes it difficult for the province to monitor the companies, according to a statement.
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![A merchant examines a jade stone displayed at the Myanmar Gem Emporium in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, Monday, March 11, 2019. The annual emporium began Monday and will last until March 20. A person shines a flashlight on a green piece of rock, which is jade.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7201801.1715463198!/cpImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/myanmar-gem-emporium-jade.jpg)
Many jade mining sites in the Turnagain region of northwestern B.C. are only accessible by helicopter, which makes it difficult for the province to monitor the companies, according to a statement.