Mineral Exploration Permit for International Explorers & Prospectors - Sulphur Island Area
Official title: INTERNATIONAL EXPLORERS & PROSPECTORS INC. - Mineral exploration permit
A mining company wants to drill and survey for minerals northeast of Iroquois Falls, Ontario. The permit would allow mechanized drilling and geophysical surveys across 16 mining claims in the Sulphur Island Area townships. This is early-stage exploration to test what minerals might be underground.
Why This Matters
Live near the Sulphur Island Area, about 58 km northeast of Iroquois Falls? Drilling rigs and survey crews could be working in your backyard. The work involves clearing small areas for drill pads and potentially drawing water from nearby lakes or streams.
What Could Change
If approved, the company gets a 3-year permit to drill and survey these 16 claims. They'd clear small areas for drill pads and cut lines through brush for surveys. The permit can be renewed after 3 years if exploration continues.
Key Issues
- Should this mineral exploration permit be issued for the Sulphur Island Area?
- Are there environmental concerns about drilling and water use in this area?
How to Participate
- Review the Exploration Permit Overview to understand what early exploration involves.
- Check the claim locations using the Mining Lands Administration System to see if they're near you.
- Submit your comments through this consultation page or email katrina.lauzon@ontario.ca by the deadline.