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N.S. Government Says New Rules for Mining Projects Will Speed up Approvals
- Nova Scotia Environment Minister Tim Halman announced changes to speed up regulatory approvals for metal mining projects, responding to years of industry requests.
- The government is removing 15 requirements for industrial approvals, affecting only metal mining projects.
- Environmental assessments for metal mining projects will still take 50 days, followed by a 60-day approval period.
- Mi'kmaw leaders will continue to be consulted about project changes on a case-by-case basis.
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The Globe & Mail
BizTocNew rules for mining projects will speed up approvals, says N.S. government
Environment minister says changes will streamline approvals and maintain environmental standards, but critics argue the government hasn’t made needed improvements to industrial transparency
HALIFAX — The Government of Nova Scotia is simplifying the approval process for potential mining projects after their environmental assessment. Environment Minister Timothy Halman announced on Friday changes to the "industrial approval" process, which sets out the rules governing the daily operation of a mine and the monitoring of environmental requirements. At a press conference in Halifax, Mr. Halman explained that his government's new "progre…
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