British Columbia greenlights Vitreo's $300M silica sand project
2026-07-15 11:57:22 [Print]
The Province of British Columbia has officially issued an environmental assessment certificate to Vitreo Minerals for its proposed Angus silica sand mine, located north of Prince George. The project represents a significant capital investment of $300 million.
With an anticipated operational lifespan of roughly 20 years, the Angus mine is poised to become a key local source of industrial silica sand. Beyond resource extraction, the development is expected to deliver substantial economic benefits to the region, creating approximately 150 jobs during the construction phase and sustaining nearly 140 full-time positions throughout its operational period. The project also emphasizes local and First Nations workforce development, offering employment and training opportunities alongside the substantial financial injection.
The environmental review process for the Angus project was initiated in July 2023 and was completed in under three years. According to the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO), the certificate requires that construction of the mine be substantially underway by 2036 to maintain its validity.
At full production, the mine is projected to yield up to two million tonnes of silica sand annually over its two-decade lifespan.
With an anticipated operational lifespan of roughly 20 years, the Angus mine is poised to become a key local source of industrial silica sand. Beyond resource extraction, the development is expected to deliver substantial economic benefits to the region, creating approximately 150 jobs during the construction phase and sustaining nearly 140 full-time positions throughout its operational period. The project also emphasizes local and First Nations workforce development, offering employment and training opportunities alongside the substantial financial injection.
The environmental review process for the Angus project was initiated in July 2023 and was completed in under three years. According to the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO), the certificate requires that construction of the mine be substantially underway by 2036 to maintain its validity.
At full production, the mine is projected to yield up to two million tonnes of silica sand annually over its two-decade lifespan.
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