Howard Smith
Simon Wiebe
Simon
Mining Policy and Impacts Researcher
Wildsight Regional
Simon is a former mineral exploration geologist and the current Mining Policy and Impacts Researcher for Wildsight. Growing up near Invermere, he gained an appreciation for the mountains and a love of spending time in nature, whether he is hiking, trail running, fossil hunting or cross country skiing. Always curious, he enjoys looking closely to develop understanding and is happy to be working to protect the Columbia Valley.
Latest Posts
- Record Ridge mine to require EA after Wildsight challenge
- Contamination of Elk Valley drinking water indicates spread of selenium pollution
- Take action: Record Ridge mine needs an environmental assessment
- Report reveals Elk Valley’s $6.4 billion water pollution problem
- The importance of critical minerals should not condone their extraction at all costs
Simon's work
Valuing world class wilderness, creating long-term balance. Some of the best-known and most-cherished National and Provincial Parks are set in the Rocky… Read More