There are more than 3025 coal mines in operation globally, of which 18 are in Canada, according to GlobalData’s mines and projects database. The following are the five largest coal mines by production in Canada in 2023, according to GlobalData’s mining database, which tracks more than 33,000 mines and projects from early exploration to closure across more than 150 countries and over 100 commodities. Buy the latest mine-site profiles here.
1. Vista Project
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The Vista Project is a surface mine located in Alberta. It is owned by KC Euroholdings S.a r.l. and produced an estimated 9.19 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2046. Buy the profile here.
2. Fording River Mine
Located in British Columbia, the Fording River Mine is owned by Teck Resources. The surface mine produced an estimated 8.45 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2064. Buy the profile here.
3. Greenhills Mine
The Greenhills Mine is located in British Columbia. It is owned by Teck Resources and produced an estimated 6.49 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2059. Buy the profile here.
4. Elkview Mine
The Elkview Mine, owned by Teck Resources, is a surface mine located in British Columbia. The mine produced an estimated 5.56 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2061. Buy the profile here.
5. Estevan Mine
Owned by Westmoreland Mining Holding, the Estevan Mine is a surface mine located in Saskatchewan. It produced an estimated 4.03 mtpa of coal in 2023. The mine will operate until 2030. Buy the profile here.
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