Mineral Exploration Permit for Laurion Mineral Exploration - Pifher, Walters, Elmhirst and Irwin Townships
Official title: Laurion Mineral Exploration Inc. - Mineral exploration permit
Laurion Mineral Exploration Inc. wants to drill and strip surface rock at mining claims northeast of Thunder Bay. The company would use heavy equipment to remove soil and vegetation, then drill to test for minerals. Ontario's Ministry of Energy and Mines is deciding whether to issue the permit.
Why This Matters
Live near these townships? This exploration could affect local forests and water sources. Heavy equipment will clear vegetation and pump water from nearby lakes or streams. If you hunt, fish, or have property in the area, you might want to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Laurion could strip over 100 square metres of surface and drill with heavy equipment across 24 claims and 22 leases. The permit would last up to three years with possible renewal. New access trails may be cut through the forest.
Key Issues
- Should the permit be issued for mechanized surface stripping and drilling?
- What environmental impacts could result from water pumping and vegetation removal?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal on the Environmental Registry to understand what activities are being proposed.
- Submit your comments online through the ERO notice page, or email stephen.a.miller@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1438 in your message.