Mineral Exploration Permit for Juno Corp - Thunder Bay District Claims
Official title: Juno Corp - Mineral exploration permit
Juno Corp wants to drill and survey for minerals about 520 km northwest of Thunder Bay. The company would use heavy drilling equipment and run geophysical surveys across nearly 200 mining claims. This is early-stage exploration to find out what's in the ground.
Why This Matters
Live in the Thunder Bay District backcountry? This drilling could happen near you. The work involves clearing land for drill pads and potentially drawing water from local lakes and streams. If you hunt, fish, or trap in this remote area, you might want to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Juno Corp gets a 3-year permit to drill and survey across these claims. They'd clear small areas for drill rigs and cut lines through brush for surveys. The permit can be renewed after that.
Key Issues
- Should Juno Corp be allowed to conduct mechanized drilling in this remote area?
- What environmental impacts might result from clearing drill pads and drawing water from local sources?
How to Participate
- Review the Exploration Permit Overview to understand what early exploration permits allow.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry of Ontario notice page before December 21, 2025.
- For questions, contact the ministry at doug.nikkila@ontario.ca or call (807) 475-1123.