Assistant Deputy Minister Mines Competitiveness and Authorizations Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals Various Locations in BC The Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals (Ministry) is responsible for British Columbia’s mining and mineral exploration sectors. The ministry facilitates mining and mineral exploration that is globally competitive, upholds leading environmental practices, and advances reconciliation with First Nations, while providing opportunities and quality jobs for British Columbians and a fair return on resources to support the province’s priorities. The ministry carries out this work in support of provincial climate policies and programs, as well as commitments to First Nations reconciliation including the Declaration Act Action Plan.