Coal mining was predominate in the early years of development on Vancouver Island. Some of coal
mining's worst disasters occurred in the Nanaimo Region and the municipality is conscious of warning
hikers of the risks that are associated with exploring in areas around the old mines.

To read more on Vancouver Island's mining history go here:

http://www.ctvvancouverisland.ca/2012/03/nanaimos-coal-mining-history/

http://www.mordenmine.com/fatalities.php

http://www.ubcpress.ca/search/title_book.asp?BookID=3135

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