Quebec Mining
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Caution urged as mining companies eye critical minerals below Quebec boreal forestCurrently, there are nearly 400 mining exploration projects in the boreal forest of the Eeyou Istchee, the traditional lands of the James Bay Cree.CanadaFeb 8, 2023
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Cree mother wonders how mining development in northern Quebec will affect food supplyHeather House is concerned that the potential extraction of lithium and other critical minerals will exacerbate food insecurity in northern Quebec.CanadaFeb 7, 2023
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Elected officials of municipalities around Mont Rigaud calling for mining banThe officials argue that mining on the mountain could contaminate groundwater, which flows down to the surrounding municipalities that use it for drinking.EnvironmentSep 20, 2022
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Quebec labour minister worried about economic fallout of ArcelorMittal strikeThe 2,500 unionized workers are members of the United Steelworkers union and are affiliated with the Quebec Federation of Labour; they went on strike Monday evening.CanadaMay 11, 2021
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