Industrial film. The mining industry of B.C. and its impact on the province's economic life. The film "pinpoints the intensive search for new ore bodies and the development of giant new mines in all areas of the province." The development of an open-pit mine is traced from initial surveys through construction to actual production. Also includes shots of various mines throughout B.C.; interior of Sullivan mine; scenes in smelter (Cominco at Trail) and steel mill; coal train en route and unloading at Roberts Bank; uses of metals made from B.C. minerals.