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Alberta opens up silica exploration and mining on public lands

Ministerial order significantly expands size of exploration and mining leases

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An aerial image of a sand mine in Alberta.
A sand mine operated by Peaskie Minerals in Alberta. (Peaskie Minerals)

Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Brett McKay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Brett McKay is an Edmonton-based reporter specializing in investigative and data-driven stories. His work has appeared in The Tyee, APTN, The Breach, CTV News and Great West Media.

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