Highlands quarry

Loss in court highlights need for mining reform, Highlands group says

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● July 17, 2021

In a recent decision regarding a Highlands rock quarry permit, a B.C. Court of Appeal judge acknowledges the limitations in current legislation to consider climate change. SEO: Highlands

Consider climate change, Highlanders argue in quarry court appeal

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● June 11, 2021

The Highlands District Community Association argues climate change should have been taken into account when considering a permit for the O.K. Industries quarry operation.

Mining reform needed to prevent costly conflicts, advocates say

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● May 29, 2021

The Highlands’ fight over an impending gravel quarry has implications for communities across B.C. and beyond.

The Highlanders: A community unites against urban incursion

By Shalu Mehta ● West Shore ● April 24, 2021

From the beginning, the District of Highlands was envisioned as a forested refuge away from urban bustle. This is how residents are fighting to keep it that way.