Environmental groups are voicing opposition to a proposed coal mine north of Sparwood.
Sparwood and District Fish and Wildlife Association and Wildsight have concerns about the Crown Mountain Coking Coal Project, particularly regarding wildlife connectivity and habitat loss, and water blockage and contamination. Representatives from both groups were in attendance at mine-related government-hosted public consultation sessions in Cranbrook and Sparwood on Feb.
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