Mineral Exploration Permit for Dome Mine - Borden and Cochrane Townships
Official title: Dome Mine Ltd. - Mineral exploration permit
Dome Mine Ltd. wants to drill for minerals near Chapleau in northeastern Ontario. The company needs a permit to use heavy drilling equipment on two mining claims. This would let them take rock samples to test for mineral content.
Why This Matters
Live near Chapleau or in Borden or Cochrane townships? Drilling operations could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you use nearby lakes or streams, this permit could matter to you.
What Could Change
If approved, Dome Mine could clear small areas for drill pads and pump water from nearby lakes or streams. The permit would last up to three years with possible renewal. Drilling could lead to future mining development in the area.
Key Issues
- Should the ministry issue a permit for mechanized drilling on these mining claims?
- What environmental concerns should be considered for water pumping and land clearing?
How to Participate
- Review the Exploration Permit Overview to understand what early exploration activities involve.
- Submit your comment online through this consultation page. Include ERO number 025-1408 in your submission.
- Or email your feedback to kim.a.mahon@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1408 in the subject line.