Published: February 24, 2026 |

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Hudbay Minerals has received key permit amendments for the New Ingerbelle expansion project at its Copper Mountain Mine located in British Columbia, Canada.

The company received the amended Mines Act and Environmental Management Act permits through the coordinated authorizations process managed by the British Columbia Major Mines Office (MMO). This milestone enhances the copper and gold production profile at Copper Mountain, secures a longer mine life, protects more than 800 jobs and ensures continued economic benefits at the local, regional and federal levels.

“The New Ingerbelle permit ensures that we’ll be able to advance this major project while extending our partnership with local communities to facilitate additional growth investments at Copper Mountain and further adds to our 99 years of successful operations in Canada,” said Peter Kukielski, president and chief executive officer at Hudbay.

“Our efforts to optimize Copper Mountain, combined with the development of New Ingerbelle, will unlock significant long-term value for all of our stakeholders,” added Kukielski.

“The Ingerbelle expansion will ensure hundreds of good jobs are retained for the Princeton community, providing economic benefits to the community and the province for years to come. We are happy to see Hudbay continue its commitment to B.C. and to see this mine continue operating into the future,” said the Honorable Jagrup Brar, Minister for Mining and Critical Minerals for British Columbia.

COMMITMENT TO PARTNERSHIP AND ENGAGEMENT

Throughout the permitting process, Hudbay proactively engaged with the MMO, local communities, the Upper Similkameen Indian Band (USIB), and the Lower Similkameen Indian Band (LSIB) to ensure transparency and collaborative oversight.

“We want to thank the B.C. government, the USIB, the LSIB, and our local communities for their open and efficient collaboration throughout the process,” said Robert Carter, senior vice prresident, Canada at Hudbay.

“Through our strong commitment to responsible resource development and the expansion of copper production from Copper Mountain, we will be continuing to provide a metal that is vital for electrification and the global energy transition and supporting B.C.’s critical mineral strategy,” added Carter.

In addition, Hudbay finalized refreshed participation agreements with the USIB and LSIB in February 2026, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strong Indigenous partnerships. Hudbay is committed to working collaboratively with the USIB and LSIB to continue to advance responsible mining practices and environmental stewardship.

PROJECT MERIT AND ECONOMIC IMPACT

The New Ingerbelle expansion is a transformative development for Copper Mountain, strategically designed to unlock access to higher-grade gold mineralization while significantly improving operational efficiency with a stripping ratio approximately three times lower than current mining areas. Over the mine’s extended lifespan, it is projected to produce approximately 750,000 tonnes of copper, 900,000 ounces of gold, and 5.5 million ounces of silver based on current reserves only.

This further positions Copper Mountain as a critical supplier for the global energy transition. Beyond its mineral output, the expansion serves as an economic engine for British Columbia, forecasted to generate more than $8.4 billion (C$11.5 billion) in provincial gross domestic product. By securing the mine’s long-term viability, the project preserves more than 800 direct jobs, ensuring long-term financial stability and community investment for the region and the broader province.

Hudbay is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States. Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and, upon completion of the arrangement with Copper Mountain Mining Corp., the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru), and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

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