Mine closure plans, reclamation, abandonment, post-closure monitoring
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A comprehensive environmental effects review of diamond mining operations prepared for Environment Canada, examining the physical, chemical, and biological impacts of diamond mining activities on aquatic, riparian, and terrestrial ecosystems across exploration, construction, operation, and reclamation phases.
A structured questionnaire commissioned by Environment Canada to collect information from diamond mining industry key contacts about environmental effects of diamond mining activities, covering exploration, mining operations, water use, waste management, tailings, open pits, and mine reclamation to support decision-making in northern Canada.
This technical chapter describes diamond mining activities worldwide, including exploration methods, ore extraction techniques (alluvial, open pit, and underground mining), mineral processing, tailings disposal, water and energy management, mine infrastructure requirements, and reclamation practices relevant to assessing environmental impacts of diamond mining operations.
An introductory chapter reviewing the global diamond mining industry, geological conditions favorable for diamond mining in Canada (particularly the Northwest Territories), and the need to evaluate potential environmental impacts of diamond mining in the Arctic due to ecosystem sensitivity and slow recovery rates.
This document describes the methodological approach used to conduct a comprehensive literature review of the environmental effects of diamond mining worldwide, including strategies for acquiring both published information from 17 bibliographic databases and unpublished information through interviews and Internet forums.
Final guidelines issued by a federal environmental assessment panel in May 1995 for BHP Diamonds Inc. and the Blackwater Group to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Northwest Territories Diamonds Project (Ekati). The document establishes comprehensive requirements for assessing the project's effects on physical, biological, and socio-economic environments, including consultation with aboriginal peoples, consideration of traditional knowledge, mitigation measures, and long-term monitoring.
The Government of the Northwest Territories submits detailed written comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement Guidelines for the BHP Diamond Mine Project, recommending improvements to methodology, cumulative effects assessment, traditional knowledge integration, public file accessibility, and clarification of proponent responsibilities regarding land claims and regulatory regimes.
Youth from Lutser K'e express concerns about proposed mine development, including water pollution, loss of wildlife for subsistence hunting and cultural transmission, and negative social impacts from increased money, alcohol, and drugs in their community.
The Northwest Territories Construction Association presented to the Environmental Review Panel on April 6, 1995, advocating for northern construction industry involvement in BHP's proposed Lac de Gras diamond mine through fair communications, equitable tendering practices, labour force training, and employment opportunities.
NAPEGG submitted a scoping intervention to EARP regarding the BHP NWT Diamond Project, emphasizing the importance of employing qualified professional engineers, geologists, and geophysicists registered with NAPEGG, and requiring that environmental protection costs be included in economic viability assessments throughout all project phases.
The NWT Chamber of Commerce presents an intervention supporting the BHP Diamond Project as a responsible development opportunity for the Northwest Territories, provided that environmental safeguards, northern employment priorities, social planning, and timely assessment processes are implemented. The submission outlines concerns and recommendations regarding project timelines, job creation, social impacts, environmental monitoring, water management, and governmental oversight.
NAPEGG submits an intervention for the EARP Phase I scoping exercise on the BHP NWT Diamond Project, outlining the association's mandate to ensure qualified professional engineers, geologists, and geophysicists are employed and that environmental protection costs are fully accounted for in project viability assessments.
Speaking notes for Ted Blondin presenting the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council's position at EARP scoping hearings on the proposed BHP diamond mine near Lac de Gras, asserting Dogrib aboriginal and treaty rights, the importance of traditional knowledge in impact assessment, and the need for the mine to respect Dogrib subsistence practices and land stewardship if it proceeds.
Speaking notes for the Dogrib Treaty 11 Council at EARP scoping hearings presenting concerns about the proposed BHP diamond mine near Lac de Gras, emphasizing Dogrib aboriginal and treaty rights, the importance of traditional knowledge in impact assessment, and the need for sustainable development practices that respect Dogrib subsistence and wildlife resources.
Lorraine Catholique of Lutsel K'e First Nation presents concerns about non-renewable resource development in the North at an Ecology North public meeting on March 31, 1995, raising issues about First Nations benefits, environmental stewardship, cultural site protection, and advocating for sustainable renewable resource development as an alternative.
Lorraine Catholique of the Lutsel K'e First Nation presented concerns and hopes regarding non-renewable resource development in the North at an Ecology North public meeting, emphasizing the need for First Nations involvement in decision-making, environmental protection, equitable benefit-sharing, and sustainable development practices that respect Indigenous values and knowledge.
Environment Canada's scoping submission to the BHP Diamond Mine Environmental Assessment Panel identifying key environmental issues to be addressed in the Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed diamond mine at Lac de Gras, NWT. The document outlines Environment Canada's mandate, roles, and responsibilities, then details 23 specific environmental issues across general project, development plan, and environmental design categories.
Environment Canada's scoping submission to the BHP Diamond Mine Environmental Assessment Panel identifying critical environmental issues to be addressed in the Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed diamond mine at Lac de Gras, NWT. The submission outlines Environment Canada's mandate, role, and provides detailed recommendations across general project, development plan, and environmental design categories.
Natural Resources Canada submits detailed comments on the Draft Guidelines for the Environmental Impact Statement for BHP Diamonds Inc.'s proposed NWT Diamonds Project, addressing earth science, geotechnical, explosives, and federal policy issues relevant to the project's design, construction, operations, and environmental mitigation.
Dale Vance, a Yellowknife real estate partner, presents testimony supporting BHP's diamond mining project, arguing for its economic benefits to the Northwest Territories and highlighting BHP's environmental track record through multiple reclamation awards from operations worldwide.