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Mining companies ramp up Ontario lobbying after new law gives minister “all the power”

Critical minerals mining-related lobbying registrations rose after new amendments to Mining Act

Kayla Zhu
Kayla Zhu

21 Nov 2023 • 5 min read

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Members of the ‘Land Defence Alliance’ made up of five First Nations march to the Ontario Legislature to protest mining claims in their territories in September. Several First Nations groups have expressed deep concerns with the government’s lack of consultation around the new Mining Act amendments, which could affect what happens on their lands. (The Canadian Press/Chris Young)

Kayla Zhu
Kayla Zhu

Kayla is a Vancouver-based IJF reporter interested in data analysis who previously worked at CBC’s investigative unit. Her work has been published in the Canadian Press and J-Source.

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