What 50 years of buried data tell us about Canada’s mining oversight

Canada's Mining Oversight: 50 Years of Buried Data

A fragmented approach to mining assessments in Canada has resulted in incomplete information for regulators, communities, and the industry, as the country enters a modern mining rush.

According to Dal's Alana Westwood and Ben Collison, the global demand for critical minerals is increasing, driven by the clean-energy transition, digital infrastructure, and geopolitical shifts.

The global demand for critical minerals is surging.

These minerals are essential for clean tech and national defence, prompting governments in Canada to unlock subsurface resources.

Authors: Ben Collison and Alana Westwood.

Author's summary: Incomplete data hinders Canada's mining oversight.

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