Uncovering 50 Years of Buried Data in Canada's Mining Oversight
Authors Alana Westwood and Ben Collison note that Canada's fragmented approach to mining assessments has resulted in incomplete information for regulators, communities, and the industry.
The global demand for critical minerals, such as lithium, graphite, and rare earth elements, is increasing due to the clean-energy transition, digital infrastructure, and geopolitical shifts.
These minerals are touted as necessary for clean tech and national defence.
As Canada heads into a modern mining rush, the lack of complete information hinders the ability of regulators, communities, and the industry to make informed decisions.
Author's summary: Incomplete data hinders Canada's mining oversight.