“Should we be unsuccessful in this appeal, we will then proceed to further appeals,” Strelein told The Northern Miner. “We are fully committed to completing this project in a timely and responsible manner.”
Atlantic contends the provincial deadline for achieving water quality standards around the mine in Moose River, about 175 km west of Halifax, is unreasonable and could expose the company to potential legal issues. A directions hearing for these appeals is set for November. The company and environmentalists are concerned the ruling could set a precedent for mine cleanups in the region, not just Torquoy. Atlantic operated it from 2017 to 2023.
Delays?
Strelein disputed claims by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change of a three-year delay in reclamation work. He said Atlantic has already invested C$7 million into efforts over the summer. They focused on works at the tailings management facility and clearing several…
