Mineral Exploration Permit for Mayfair Gold Corp. - Beatty, Coulson, and Wilkie Townships
Official title: Mayfair Gold Corp. - Mineral exploration permit
Mayfair Gold Corp. wants permission to drill for minerals south of Matheson, Ontario. The company would use heavy drilling equipment to take rock samples from underground. This is early-stage exploration to find out what minerals might be there.
Why This Matters
Live near Matheson or in the Cochrane District? This drilling could affect local water sources and forest areas. If you use nearby lakes or streams, the company may pump water from them. Early exploration is the first step toward potential mining development.
What Could Change
If approved, Mayfair Gold could drill on 25 mineral claims across three townships for up to 3 years. They'd clear small areas for drill pads and potentially pump water from local sources. This permit doesn't guarantee a mine will be built, but it's the first regulatory step.
Key Issues
- Should the exploration permit be issued for mechanized drilling on these claims?
- What environmental protections should apply to water sources and cleared areas?
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 to kim.a.mahon@ontario.ca by December 27, 2025.