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WHY Still Trying to Avoid an Environmental Assessment

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We wanted to provide you with an important update regarding West High Yield (WHY) Resources and the proposed Record Ridge magnesium mine. As you may recall, WHY Resources initially applied for a production capacity of 249,000 tonnes per year—just under the 250,000-tonne Environmental Assessment (EA) threshold for a quarry. They later reduced this to 200,000 tonnes per year, in an attempt to bypass the requirement to notify the Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) of the full details of their project. Thanks to our persistent efforts, along with the support of many others who have shared concerns, the project was recently categorized as a mineral mine by the EAO, which has a much lower threshold of 75,000 tonnes per year. This means that the project, as currently planned, will be required to undergo an EA. However, WHY Resources is now planning to reduce their production capacity yet again—this time, below 75,000 tonnes per year—in another clear attempt to avoid the EA process. This ta
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Come get your print by our very own artist @blazingtip ! Print size 8 x 10, $25 cash Original artwork acrylic on egg carton paper, size 5 x 7, $100 (Sold Out) Available at Out of the Cellar , Rooted Table Collective or at saverecordridge@gmail.com Get one and collaborate with our efforts!  

Join THE GREAT GHOST PURSUE Gravel Bike Adventure, a portion of proceedings go to SRRAC

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🚴‍  Join the ultimate gravel bike adventure at the Grey Ghost Pursuit in Rossland!    Date: September 28-29, 2024 Location: Christina Lake <-> Rossland, BC, Canada Part of the proceedings will go to Save Record Ridge Action Committee to help us continue protecting the land and communities. Learn more here:  https://www.greyghostpursuit.com/ Experience the thrill of gravel biking over two action-packed days in the beautiful backcountry. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to gravel biking or bike packing, the Grey Ghost Pursuit offers a challenge for everyone.   Highlights: Scenic route through Rossland's stunning mountain landscape  Aid stations at each summit with treats and drinks to fuel your ride    Hard-packed gravel, switchback turns, challenging ascents, and fast & fun descents    DAY ONE: >65 km + >2,200 m ascent along smooth, compact dirt  https://www.strava.com/routes/3124382539789849818 DAY TWO: >65 km, >1,400 m ascent  https://www.strava.co

Environmental Assessment Required for the RR open pit mine project. Come celebrate together!

  The BC Environmental Assessment Office recently concluded that an Environmental Assessment will be required for the Record Ridge mine (see full details in the press release below) and we are inviting you to come celebrate with us at another  Mountain Monday event hosted by Rossland Beer Co. The event will be held on Monday, August 19th, from 5 pm until close. Rossland Beer Co. will again donate a portion of the proceeds to SRRAC, helping us continue our efforts.  We will also put out a jar for cash donations. SRRAC members will be on hand to talk about this recent win, provide updates on the overall process, and answer any questions you may have. This will be a great opportunity to enjoy a cold beer, talk to other residents about this, support a vital cause, and stay informed about our progress. We look forward to seeing you there! Save Record Ridge Action Committee EAO Concludes that Environmental Assessment is Required for Record Ridge Mine August 15, 2024.  ROSSLAND, BC - Resident

Indigenous Groups, ECCC, the US the Washington State Department of Ecology, the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary, and the City of Rossland, SRRAC, all either requesting or suggesting that the the designation of the Record Ridge open pit magnesium mine be designated as reviewable

Check them out : The Shuswap Band “... to the review of Record Ridge Industrial Mineral Mine Project to designate as a reviewable project. We wish to advise the Environmental Assessment Office that the Shuswap Band is not in support of the Record Ridge Industrial Mineral Mine Project …” https://www.projects.eao.gov.bc.ca/api/public/document/664f6748c690920022d2fe22/download/Response_Letter_-_Record_Ridge_Industrial_Mine_Project_%28410314%29%28Rev.1%29.docx.pdf The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Federation "... we must insist that a formal Environmental Assessment be undertaken, given the preliminary concerns we have about impacts of the project which could affect our section 35 rights, including impact on heritage resources, cultural plants, wildlife and water quality." https://www.projects.eao.gov.bc.ca/api/public/document/6672009da0b2cf00223e6a3e/download/Record_Ridge_EAO_RFI.pdf Splatsin "Splatsin supports the recommendation from Wildsight for an environmental as

Benefit Concert @Maddhu Collective, June 20th

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  Acoustic Duo with Keith Robine and Claire Fantus  Keith is a long-time resident of Rossland, avalanche educator, and a Counselor/Therapist at Madhu. He is also a singer/songwriter. Claire is a mom, writer, and psychiatrist based in Rossland. She loves a good jam band and the fiddle…. Tunes by Gillian Welch, Josh Ritter, The Beatles, The Grateful Dead and more!! When: Thursday, June 20th, 7:30PM Where: Maddhu Collective ,  2070 Washington St, Rossland By Donation, Proceeds to  Save Record Ridge Action Comittee Society More info: https://www.bhubble.com/node/155072

We are in the news!

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 Check the latest news about our work: August 16, 2024 CBC Daybreak South with Chris Walker, Live Radio, CBC Listen CBC  Daybreak South with Chris Walker | Live Radio | CBC Listen Daybreak South is CBC Radio One's current affairs morning show covering the Southern Interior of British Columbia, based in Kelowna. Chris Walker interviews Dr. Elissa Ferguson. Interview starts at 39:00, or check just the  clipping . June 15, 2024 My Kootenay now Rossland Residents file opposition to Record Ridge Mine https://www.mykootenaynow.com/56329/featured/rossland-residents-file-opposition-to-record-ridge-mine/ June 14, 2024 Vista Radio soundbite Listen here June 13, 2024    CBC  Daybreak South with Chris Walker | Live Radio | CBC Listen Daybreak South is CBC Radio One's current affairs morning show covering the Southern Interior of British Columbia, based in Kelowna. Chris Walker interviews Dr. Elissa Ferguson. Interview starts at 51:18, or check just the clipping . June 13, 2024 Rossland New