Water Permit Renewal for Mining Exploration - Sally, Boyer, Geordie, and Marathon Lakes
Official title: Generation PGM Inc. - Permit to take water
Generation PGM Inc. wants to renew its permit to take water from 22 lakes near Thunder Bay for exploratory drilling. This is a Category 3 permit—the highest risk category for environmental impact. The company could draw up to 100,000 litres per day from each lake, year-round, for up to 10 years.
Why This Matters
Live near these lakes in the Thunder Bay district? This permit could affect water levels in lakes you fish, paddle, or draw water from. Category 3 means the province considers this a high-risk water taking. If you rely on these waterbodies, now's the time to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Generation PGM could draw water from 22 lakes for exploratory drilling operations. Some permits would last over 2 years, others up to 10 years. The Ministry may impose conditions on pumping rates or monitoring requirements.
Key Issues
- Should the permit be renewed for water taking from 22 lakes at Category 3 (highest risk) levels?
- What environmental impacts could result from drawing up to 100,000 litres daily from each lake?
How to Participate
- Review the permit details on this consultation page. Note the ERO number 025-1458 for your submission.
- Submit your comment online using the ERO comment form, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1458 in the subject line.