At the turn of the 20th century, many people thought of Northern Ontario as an isolated frontier, valuable for its natural resources. At that time, the area's resources were providing about 25 percent of Ontario's revenues.
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Welcome to MNDM
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Northern Development
The Northern Development Division helps Northern Ontario develop its economy. The division delivers a variety of government programs and services.
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Mines and Minerals
The Mines and Minerals Division works to support responsible land use management and mineral resource development by administration of the Mining Act, providing public geoscience information and client services.
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Mines and Minerals Division
The current Ministry of Northern Development and Mines website has been redesigned and will launch shortly.
The redesign focuses on bringing commonly accessed information to the forefront by simplifying the content and navigation of the website. The new site will be in full compliance with government standards such as accessibility, translation, and visual identity requirements.
The new design will allow for the rapid addition of content. New content will continue to be added following the launch.
Please note that existing bookmarks to Ministry web pages may need to be updated within your web browser following the launch.
The Mines and Minerals Division works to support responsible land use management and mineral resource development by administration of the Mining Act, providing public geoscience information and client services.
Exploring
A treasure trove of minerals lies buried beneath Northern Ontario' stretch of the Canadian Shield and within the younger sedimentary rocks that cover much of Southern Ontario.
Ontario's known mineral deposits are rich-nickel, gold, silver, platinum, diamonds-and much of the Far North has yet to be explored.
Are you interested in exploring for minerals in Ontario? We offer:
- Online geoscience data, geoscience reports and maps, prospecting, claimstaking information and forms
- Guidance from staff
Developing a Mineral Deposit
Are you interested in developing a mineral deposit in Ontario? We offer:
- Information on mining land requirements
- Information and advice on permitting requirements
- Guidance from mineral development professionals
First Nations and Métis
Are you looking for information about the minerals industry as it relates to First Nations? We offer:
- Information on our ministry's consultation approaches
- Direction on which First Nations to contact when working in an area and information on the community
- Geoscience information and publications
- Publications and educational videos on the mining cycle as useful tools when engaging First Nations
- Information on claim activity in your area of interest
- Guidance from staff
Educational Resources
Do you want geological information for educational, land use or mining purposes? We offer:
Publications, maps, historical photos and videos about geology and mining in Ontario
Geoscience and Public Good
Do you want to find out how geology influences your life? We offer:
- Applications of geology to public health and safety, sustainable community development, land-use planning, groundwater and drinking water
Investment & Marketing
Are you looking to invest in Ontario's mining industry? We offer:
- Information to help you make investment decisions relating to both exploration and development in Ontario