The community of The Highlands was built on a commitment to environmental protection. But this company doesn’t need their permission to develop a gravel quarry in their borders. Reporter Shalu Mehta goes deep on the nuances of this conflict.
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
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.
The Highlands’ fight over an impending gravel quarry has implications for communities across B.C. and beyond.
A years-long dispute between the Highlands and O.K. Industries goes deeper than just one gravel quarry.
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.
