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.

B.C. to end jade mining in northwest region, gives existing mines 5 years to close
A person shines a flashlight on a green piece of rock, which is jade.

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.