When you think of Canada, let alone the tree-loving, environmentally friendly British Columbia you may not think of mining. But did you know that B.C. has been known to be the country’s largest producer of copper, aiding in 53 percent of Canada’s production?

With all the mining companies that are publicly traded, we choose three copper stocks you should watch, providing more background and what makes them interesting.

  1. Sierra Metals Inc. (TSX:SMT)
  2. Pampa Metals Corp. (CSE:PM)
  3. First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM)

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