Ottawa - The Mining Association of British Columbia (MABC) today voiced support for the Federal Budget.“This budget recognizes the importance of mining to Canada and British Columbia. The extension of the mineral exploration tax credit for another year and provision of new funding for geological mapping were the two primary things the industry was looking for and the Federal government delivered,” said Byng Giraud, Vice President, Policy & Communication of the MABC.

The Mining Association of British Columbia (MABC) supported many measures in BC Budget 2008 but expressed caution on some issues that could impact the mining sector."The 2008 Budget and its climate action provisions offer the mining industry some clear opportunities to work with government to reduce greenhouse gases (GHGs) and ensure the long-term success of the industry,” said Byng Giraud, Vice President of Policy and Communications...