Mineral Exploration Permit for Volta Metals - Springer and Pedley Townships
Official title: Volta Metals - Mineral exploration permit
Volta Metals wants to drill for minerals about 7 km north of Sturgeon Falls, Ontario. The company is asking for a permit to do mechanized drilling and cut narrow paths through the bush. This is early-stage exploration to test what minerals might be underground.
Why This Matters
Live near Sturgeon Falls or in Springer or Pedley townships? Drilling rigs and helicopters could be operating in your area. The company may pump water from nearby lakes or streams. If you hunt, fish, or hike in this area, you might notice cleared paths and drill pads.
What Could Change
If approved, Volta Metals could drill and cut paths across 10 mining claims for up to 3 years. They'd clear small areas for drill rigs and potentially draw water from local lakes and streams. The permit can be renewed after that.
Key Issues
- Should Volta Metals be allowed to conduct mechanized drilling in Springer and Pedley townships?
- What conditions should apply to water use from nearby lakes and streams?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what activities are being proposed.
- Submit your comments online using the 'Submit a comment' button on the consultation page, or email clayton.kennedy@ontario.ca with ERO number 026-0022 in your message.
- You can also mail your comments to the Mineral Development Office in Sudbury at 933 Ramsay Lake Road, Floor B6, Sudbury, ON P3E 6B5.