King Coal: BC's Coal Heritage examines the formation of the BC coal industry and its growth from the 1800's into the 20th century. The site has been developed with both elementary and secondary students in mind, so begin exploring by choosing a section below. Find out about coal mining methods and technology of the past and present, how this resource is used around the world and much more.   Discover how coal is transformed into steel and other valuable products and understand it's significant role in communities around BC, including those in the Elk Valley.

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