I don’t like the way the article is written - it seems to bounce around a lot, but that could just be my uncaffeinated struggling.

There’s a couple things here. First, when to comes to permitting a mine, it is a long and very involved process. I am working with a group who is trying to get one approved.

While regulatory environments play a large role there is usuallytons of review and several rounds of back and forth with the regulator about all environmental aspects and mitigations. They have to do this when expanding too.

My understanding of this article, is that the first Nation is unhappy (rightfully, given the apparent lack of consultation). They were out of compliance with the air quality permit and then bought themselves back into compliance, and thus, allowed for them to get the go ahead go mine more.

I understand the the apprehension ofmtjr first nstions, given the lack of input they have had; however there is opportunity for Glencore and Teck to engage with hem and bring them on board or at least work to address their concerns.

Finally the expansion project will have to go though strict regulatory processes to get approved