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Groups call for halt to new mines in Elk Valley
In light of recent charges brought against Teck Resources Ltd. under the Fisheries Act for fish deaths resulting from the failure of a selenium treatment plant…
Study says gravel-bed rivers an ‘ecological nexus’
Gravel-bed river floodplains are some of the most ecologically important habitats in North America, according to a new study by scientists from the U.S. and…
From the best available science
Letter to the Editor Wildsight believes that information in regard to selenium and other pollutants of water quality in the Elk River must be based on best…
Kootenai one of America’s most endangered rivers
The Kootenai (Kootenay) River is the ninth most endangered river in America thanks to selenium pollution originating from coal mining in the Elk Valley. Koocanusa…
MOE orders Teck to create watershed action plan
The Ministry of Environment (MOE) yesterday (April 15) issued an Area Based Management Plan Order to Teck Resources Limited to provide clarity around watershed protection…
Environmental groups state Elk River being poisoned by coal mining
Selenium A new study indicates that the Elk River is being poisoned by selenium leaching from open-pit coal mining waste rock, states a press release…