Western Copper and Gold Backs Yukon-B.C. Grid Connect to Boost Critical Minerals Development
Western Copper and Gold Corporation supports the federal government's referral of the Northwest Critical Conservation Corridor, including the Yukon-B.C. Grid Connect, to the Major Projects Office for accelerated development. This initiative aims to connect Yukon's electrical grid to British Columbia, enhancing energy security and enabling clean power transmission. It is expected to boost economic growth, create over 36,000 jobs, and support up to 2,000 MW of new renewable energy. The Casino Project is identified as an anchor tenant, advancing critical minerals development and Indigenous leadership in the Yukon.
Western Copper and Gold Corporation has welcomed the federal government’s referral of the Northwest Critical Conservation Corridor, including the proposed Yukon-B.C. Grid Connect, to the Major Projects Office for accelerated development. The initiative aims to connect the Yukon’s isolated electrical grid to British Columbia, enhancing energy security and enabling clean power transmission across the region. This corridor is expected to unlock significant economic growth, support over 36,000 long-term jobs, and facilitate the development of up to 2,000 MW of new renewable energy. The company’s Casino Project has been identified as an anchor tenant, providing stable baseload demand and supporting the project’s economic viability. The move is seen as a key step in advancing critical minerals development and supporting Indigenous project leadership in the Yukon. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Western Copper and Gold Corporation published the original content used to generate this news brief via Newsfile (Ref. ID: 274724) on November 17, 2025, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2025 - Public Technologies (PUBT)
