Water Permit Renewal for Glencore Mining - Moose Creek, Onaping
Official title: GLENCORE CANADA CORPORATION - Permit to take water
Glencore Canada wants to renew its permit to take water from Moose Creek for mining operations near Onaping, Ontario. The permit would allow them to pump up to 16 million litres per day for the next 10 years. Ontario classifies this as a Category 1 permit, meaning lower risk of environmental impact.
Why This Matters
Live near Onaping or rely on Moose Creek? This permit affects local water levels. Mining operations pumping millions of litres daily could impact wells, wildlife, and downstream users. Even Category 1 permits deserve scrutiny from those who know the area.
What Could Change
If approved, Glencore can continue pumping water from two sources at Moose Creek for another decade. The fire pump can take up to 3.3 million litres daily, while the rental pump can take up to 13 million litres. That's year-round water taking for mining operations.
Key Issues
- Should Glencore's water taking permit be renewed for another 10 years?
- Is the Category 1 (lower risk) classification appropriate for this water taking?
- What are the potential impacts on Moose Creek and surrounding water sources?
How to Participate
- Review the permit details on this consultation page to understand the proposed water taking volumes and purposes.
- Submit your comments online through the ERO portal or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1399 in your message.
- You can also mail comments to Client Services and Permissions Branch, 135 St Clair Ave West, 1st Floor, Toronto, ON M4V 1P5.