Grassy Mountain

• Alberta coal mining opponents ‘exasperated’ after citizen petition cancelled

  Opponents of coal mining in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains have some sharp criticism for Alberta's UCP government after being told to resubmit their citizens petition.

  Economy

  Dec 15, 2025
  
• Protest over Grassy Mountain coal mine approval in southern Alberta

  Residents in southern Alberta rallied to voice concerns over a recent AER ruling on coal mining. However, some residents feel the decision was the right move for southern Alberta.

  Environment

  May 19, 2025
  
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• Alberta regulator approves Northback coal exploration project in Rocky Mountains

  The Alberta Energy Regulator has approved a controversial coal exploration proposal in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains despite fierce opposition.

  Environment

  May 15, 2025
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• Supreme Court won’t hear appeal on questioning of former Alberta minister in coal lawsuit

  The Supreme Court of Canada will not hear an appeal by the Alberta government regarding a multibillion-dollar coal mining lawsuit that has been launched against the province.

  Environment

  Apr 17, 2025
• Decision on Grassy Mountain coal mining project expected in June

  The Alberta Energy Regulator is expected to make a decision on a proposal to explore for coal in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains by early June.

  Environment

  Mar 4, 2025
• Future of Grassy Mountain coal mine now in the hands of the Alberta Energy Regulator

  A decision on the future of coal mining in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains is expected within 90 days after a public hearing into the project wrapped up Thursday.

  Economy

  Jan 16, 2025
• Former Piikani Nation councillor breaks silence on contentious Grassy Mountain coal mine

  Fabian North Peigan believes an extensive impact benefit agreement must be created and upheld in the event the Grassy Mountain coal mine is approved.

  Canada

  Dec 11, 2024
• Piikani Nation members protest Grassy Mountain coal mining project

  Many Piikani Nation members said their concerns aren't heard by their nation's government and are protesting its support of drilling exploration at the Grassy Mountain site.

  Canada

  Dec 9, 2024
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• Supporters, opponents of Alberta coal mine square off at public hearing

  The Alberta Energy Regulator has completed the first day of hearings into a controversial application to allow exploratory drilling for coal in the Grassy Mountain area.

  Economy

  Dec 3, 2024
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• ‘Let’s do this’: Crowsnest Pass mayor wants proposed coal mine sooner than later

  The mayor of Crowsnest Pass wants a meeting with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith after area residents voted in favour of coal mining in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

  Environment

  Nov 26, 2024