Mineral Exploration Permit for Laurion Mineral Exploration Inc.
Official title: Laurion Mineral Exploration Inc. - Mineral exploration permit
Ontario is considering whether to issue a mineral exploration permit to Laurion Mineral Exploration Inc. The permit would allow mechanized surface stripping and drilling to test for minerals. These activities involve heavy equipment that removes vegetation and soil to access bedrock.
Why This Matters
Live near the exploration site? This could mean heavy equipment, cleared land, and water being pumped from nearby lakes or streams. If you rely on local water sources or value the natural landscape, you may want to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Laurion could strip vegetation and soil from over 100 square metres and drill with heavy equipment for up to three years. The permit could be renewed after that. Provincial standards would apply to limit environmental impacts.
Key Issues
- Should the ministry issue this exploration permit?
- What environmental concerns should be considered before approval?
How to Participate
- Review the Exploration Permit Overview to understand what early exploration activities involve.
- Submit your comments to stephen.a.miller@ontario.ca or call 1-807-475-1538 by the deadline.