Sisson Mine

• Environmentalists concerned over Sisson Mine permit application to use fish-bearing streams for tailings

  The company behind the project is currently seeking a permit to use fish-bearing brooks and streams as part of its plan for a tailings storage facility, but opponents say that will threaten local fish populations.

  Environment

  Mar 9, 2018
  
• Wulustukyik Grandmothers setting up permanent camp at Sisson Mine site

  Members of the Wulustukyik Nation Grandmothers and Mothers group say they're exercising their constitutional right occupying land at the proposed Sisson Mine tailings pond site. They say they plan on building permanent homes on the land to protect it from development.

  Environment

  Aug 2, 2017
  
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• Federal government approves proposed New Brunswick tungsten mine set to create 500 jobs

  The $579 million project is expected to create 500 jobs during construction and 300 jobs over the 27-year life of the mine.

  Economy

  Jun 23, 2017
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• New Brunswick, 6 Maliseet First Nations reach Sisson Mine deal

  An accommodation agreement has been reached between the New Brunswick government and six Maliseet First Nations regarding the development of the Sisson Mine.

  Canada

  Feb 10, 2017