Mining and Mineral Development Branch

The Mining and Mineral Development Branch has three divisions within the department

Responsibilities

  • Managing the province’s mineral resources
  • Collecting and disseminating information on the province’s geology and mineral resources
  • Administering exploration for mineral resources
  • Administering exploration and development of quarry materials
  • Administering development and closure of mines and quarries
  • Rehabilitation of abandoned mines

Clients

  • The mineral exploration and mining industries
  • Construction companies using quarry materials
  • Other provincial and federal agencies
  • The general public

Contacts

Alex Smith, P.Eng.
Assistant Deputy Minister (A), Mines
Telephone: 709-729-2768

 

Diane Norris
Secretary to the Assistant Deputy Minister
Telephone: 709-729-2315
Fax: 709-729-2871


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