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  "path": "/opinion/columnists/vaughn-palmer-ndp-limits-mineral-exploration-even-as-it-promotes-bc-mining",
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  "textContent": "VICTORIA — The New Democrats this week extended their moratorium on new mineral claims in a vast area of northern B.C., banning further exploration at a time when they are also promoting the province as “rich in critical mineral and precious metal resources.” Read More",
  "title": "Vaughn Palmer: NDP limits mineral exploration even as it promotes B.C. mining",
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