Economic Diversity I say the mine has a very high probability of receiving approval. I live in the Omineca and was just on Babine fishing for Sockeye. A great fishery for all ages. The economy particularily is hurting in the Burns Lake area and the timber supply is shrinking thanks to the Mountain Pine Beetle. The pressure is on the politicians to provide work to the local economy following the devastating fire at the Babine Mill.Around 600 positions including those that service and contract to the mill are said to be affected. The announcement of the Booker Mine would be viewed very favourably by the voting public and this along with the minimal impact anticipated on the environment should make this EPA approval and resultant mine approval a sure bet. Good luck to all longs your patience will be rewarded.