Supporting sustainable mining and exploration

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Supporting sustainable mining and exploration

Ensuring sustainability practices is key for the mining and exploration of critical minerals in Northern Ontario. Through Lakehead University’s Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Mining and Exploration, the university is leading sustainable practices in critical rare mineral mining and exploration across Ontario.

With a cross-disciplinary team of experts and partnerships with industry and local communities, the center examines the environmental, social and economic impacts of resource development.

Through skills development opportunities and innovation, the centre is also developing innovative technologies for eco-friendly mining, preparing students for the industry and prioritizing collaboration with First Nations and Métis communities. By integrating innovation, research and partnerships, Lakehead is helping shape a responsible and sustainable future for critical rare mineral mining and exploration in the region.

For more information, visit Lakehead University.