just missed out on a golden opportunity — the chance to process the silica sand that is mined in the region and the over 100 accompanying full-time jobs. We were able to offer them a very, very good deal. Washington offer 'impossible' to beatProvincial mines minister Bill Bennett — who was part of the negotiations — said a major sticking point was the cost of electricity. "We were able to offer them considerable assistance in terms of the cost of the hydro infrastructure ... However, Washington state was able to undercut B.C.

Source: CBC News August 24, 2016 22:30 UTC