Authorization has been given to Potash and Agri-Development Corporation of Manitoba (PADCOM) to start extraction and production near the community of Russell in western Manitoba, Premier Heather Stefanson announced at this week’s Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada conference.
“This is a significant step forward in our commitment to establish Manitoba as a global leader in sustainable mineral development,” said Stefanson.
“Our government is proud to announce PADCOM has received all required approvals to move Manitoba’s first potash mining operation into production. We are working with Indigenous leadership and communities to promote participation in the mineral resource sectors and to ensure communities share in the benefits that result from growth in these sectors.”
According to PADCOM, Manitoba currently uses approximately 50,000 tonnes of potash per year, out of the 350,000-500,000 tonnes consumed…
