Nova Scotia streamlines metal mining industrial approval process
Nova Scotia's Minister of Environment and Climate Change Timothy Halman (left) makes an announcement regarding changes specific to metal mining applications. (Jesse Thomas/CTV Atlantic)
The province rolled out changes to its metal mining application process today to speed up approvals for companies looking to set up a mine in Nova Scotia.
Metal mining projects in Nova Scotia require two provincial approvals from the Department of Environment and Climate Change which include an environmental assessment and industrial approval.
Changes introduced today aimed at streamlining the application process for industrial approval and cutting red tape said Timothy Halman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
'These changes will result in a smarter application process that is clearer for industry, maintains strong environmental protection and help grows our economy,' said Halman in a news release.
'Our mining industry is critically important and can play a larger role in supplying the minerals that are in global demand to fight climate change.'
With the changes announced the province will set up a dedicated team within the department to handle all mining applications.
More details to come.
For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
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