A local mining company is going through the environmental assessment process for approval of its latest gold exploration efforts in this province.
New Found Gold is proposing to continue its mineral exploration work on its Queensway Gold Project near Gander.
The company is proposing to dig four new trenches over the next three to five years. Development will include the clearing of land, including the removal and stockpiling of material, washing exposed bedrock, and storing the water in settling ponds along with potential blasting operations.
The deadline for public comment is June 14, while the minister’s decision is due by June 23.