Developing a Mineral Deposit in Ontario

Information on Mining Land Requirements

Prior to extracting mineral resources on any unpatented mining claims, a lease must be granted.

Mineral Exploration and Mining Information - An Internet Gateway to Permitting for the Mining Industry - Get one-stop access to all information, advice, regulatory requirements (my Laws) and online services related to starting a mining project
"One Window' Coordination Process (OWP) - Mineral development projects which will be subject to several pieces of legislation and regulations, or to one or more environmental assessments, will benefit from the OWP. Under OWP, Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry (MNDMF) will co-ordinate other provincial regulators and, possibly federal regulators, to assist the proponent to bring their project into production.
The Practitioner's Guide - An easy-to-use reference for adequately planning and implementing a mineral development project though all stages of the mineral development process in Ontario
Planning Mineral Exploration Projects on Crown Land - A MNR fact sheet explaining when a MNR work permit is required for a mineral exploration project
Other Permits Required For Advanced Exploration and New Mine Development Projects- Find out what other permits you may need for an advanced exploration or new mine development project

Application Instructions for Bulk Sampling - Apply for permission to remove a mineral-bearing substance for the purpose of testing mineral content
Project Definition Template - Download the "Project Definition Template for Advanced Exploration and Mine Development Projects" (Microsoft Word). This template provides a clear outline of what information proponents should collect at the early stages of project planning in order to maximize the amount of advice that regulators can provide them.
Closure Plan - Find out about the requirements of a closure plan under Part VII of the Mining Act, which must be filed and accepted prior to the commencement of an advanced exploration or new mine development project
Financial Assurance - Find out about the options for providing financial assurance to cover the closure costs of a closure plan
Certifying a Remote Mine- Contact us about certifying a mine as remote to claim a 10-year tax holiday and reduced tax rate
Domestic Processing Requirement/Exemption- Apply for an exemption from the requirement to treat and refine Ontario ores or minerals in Canada
Legislation and Forms - Part VII of the Mining Act - Find out about closure plan legislation under Part VII and the notification forms

Talk to a deputy mining recorder if you have any questions about mining leases at (705) 670-5742 or Toll Free 1-888-415-9845.

Talk to a mineral development officer to get information and advice on permitting requirements for developing a mineral deposit.