This notice is for informational purposes only. There is no requirement to consult on this initiative on the Environmental Registry of Ontario. Learn more about the types of notices on the registry.
Why consultation isn't required
The issuance of an Exploratory Licence of Occupation under section 176(3) of the Mining Act is a discretionary tenure decision which requires approval of the Lieutenant Governor in Council. This proposed Category B project is being carried out in accordance with the Class Environmental Assessment for the Activities of the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines under the Mining Act. Consultation will be completed in accordance with requirements of the Class Environmental Assessment.
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Proposal details:
The purpose of the proposed Exploratory Licence of Occupation (ELO) is to allow Agnico Eagle Mines Limited to conduct exploration activities on lands that are not open for mining claim registration. The proposed ELO is for a former gold mine known as the Toburn Property which consists of ten patented mining claims, six are located in Lebel Township while the other four are located in Teck Township, within the municipality of the Town of Kirkland Lake. The proposed exploration activities may include diamond drilling, tailings sampling and metallurgy, limited overburden stripping for mapping purposes, and investigation of historical mine hazards located within the Toburn Property. Some of these activities will require an Exploration Permit from the Ministry of Mines prior to commencement.
Public consultation:
You are invited to provide input and express any concerns about this proposed project. Comments must be received by February 16, 2025. For more information or to submit comments please contact:
Marie-France Bedard, A/Provincial Lands Specialist
Ministry of Mines
933 Ramsey Lake Road, Level B3, Sudbury, Ontario, P3E 6B5
Telephone: (705) 618-8143
Email: MarieFrance.Bedard@ontario.ca
Please note that personal information provided in a submission (such as name, address, and telephone number) and your views and opinions are being collected by MINES under the authority of the Environmental Assessment Act for the purpose of engaging in public consultation and making decisions regarding the project. The personal information may also be shared with the Environmental Assessment and Permissions Branch of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. The collection, use, and disclosure of this information are all governed by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Questions about the collection of this information should be directed to the person listed above.
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