Mineral Exploration Permit for iMetals Resources - Tyrrell and Leonard Townships
Official title: iMetals Resources Inc - Mineral exploration permit
iMetals Resources wants to explore for minerals near Gowganda in northeastern Ontario. The company is asking for a permit to cut lines through the forest, strip soil from bedrock, dig trenches, and drill test holes. These activities would happen across six mining claims in Tyrrell and Leonard townships.
Why This Matters
Live near Gowganda or use the area for hunting, fishing, or recreation? Heavy equipment will be clearing forest and drilling in this remote area. If you draw water from nearby lakes or streams, the exploration activities could affect water quality.
What Could Change
If approved, iMetals could clear corridors wider than 1.5 metres, strip over 100 square metres of soil, dig trenches into bedrock, and drill with heavy equipment. The permit would last up to 3 years with possible renewal. The company must follow provincial standards to minimize environmental impacts.
Key Issues
- Should the exploration permit be issued for these six mining claims?
- Are the proposed environmental protections adequate for this area?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what activities are being proposed.
- Submit your comments by email to cristina.colantonio@ontario.ca before the deadline.