Fording River Extension Project
The Fording River Extension (FRX) Project is a proposed extension of EVR’s existing Fording River Operations, located in the East Kootenay region in southeastern British Columbia.
The FRX Project is anticipated to extend the lifespan of Fording River Operations (FRO) by approximately 35 years. The Project is an opportunity for EVR to continue building on our commitment to responsible resource development, and our efforts to minimize and mitigate our impact on the environment and build strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
Project activities and location
Project activities and location
Steelmaking coal is a key transition-enabling resource that is an essential input material for the production of steel, which is necessary for the construction of transportation and infrastructure. Over time, EVR anticipates that all steelmaking coal for FRO will come from the FRX Project.
The FRX Project is located adjacent to and south of the existing Fording River Operations. The Project plans to use existing equipment and infrastructure at FRO, providing an opportunity to reduce the footprint of new activities. The Project will also require additional infrastructure, including new satellite components.
Economic benefits
The FRX Project is anticipated to extend the lifespan of FRO by approximately 35 years and will continue to be a significant contributor to the local, provincial and national economies. This includes sustaining the livelihood of the approximately 1,500 current FRO employees, as well as contributing approximately 2,600 additional direct jobs and 8,000 indirect and induced jobs supported by EVR’s operations in the Elk Valley.
In the communities of Cranbrook, Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford, two in five of all jobs are created or sustained by EVR’s activities within the Elk Valley. Additionally, there are significant contracting opportunities available for local and Indigenous businesses, with EVR currently spending more than $700 million annually on payments to local suppliers across our business.
Regulatory process
The FRX Project is undergoing a coordinated provincial and federal assessment process under the B.C. Environmental Assessment Act and Canadian Impact Assessment Act.
The assessment is a comprehensive evaluation of the FRX Project. Final assessment decisions will be made independently by the responsible provincial and federal Ministers.
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Engagement on the FRX Project with Indigenous Peoples, government, local communities and the public began in late-2018 and will take place throughout the duration of the Project.
There are multiple opportunities for public participation throughout the assessment process. EVR invites your feedback on the Project in between these official periods.
Submit your feedback on the FRX Project by contacting us:
Email: feedback@evr.com
Phone: 1.855.806.6854