Should the Crawford Nickel Mine Be Approved Near Timmins?
Official title: Crawford Nickel Project Public Notice Comments Invited on the Summary of the Impact Statement
Canada Nickel Company wants to build a massive open-pit nickel-cobalt mine 43 km north of Timmins, Ontario. It would be one of the largest in the country—processing 120,000 tonnes of ore daily for 43 years. The federal government is reviewing the environmental impacts and wants your input on the Impact Statement summary.
Why This Matters
Live near Timmins? This mine could bring thousands of jobs to the region over four decades. But it also means major changes to the landscape, water, and wildlife. If you hunt, fish, or draw water from the area, this decision affects you directly.
What Could Change
If approved, Canada Nickel could begin construction of a 43-year mining operation. New roads, processing facilities, and tailings storage would transform the area. Mitigation measures for water, air, and wildlife impacts would become legally binding conditions.
Key Issues
- What are the potential environmental impacts on water, air, and wildlife?
- Are the proposed mitigation measures adequate to protect the environment?
- What health, social, and economic effects could the project have on nearby communities?
How to Participate
- Read the summary of the Impact Statement to understand the proposed project and its potential impacts.
- Submit your comments online through the project home page on the Canadian Impact Assessment Registry.
- Prefer a different format? Email your feedback to crawford@iaac-aeic.gc.ca.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
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| December 19, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET | Virtual Information Session (Bilingual) | Virtual | View Details → (opens in new tab) |
| January 8, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM ET | Virtual Information Session (Bilingual) | Virtual | View Details → (opens in new tab) |