A search for minerals through methods such as Prospecting, geological surveys, geophysical surveys, geochemical surveys, Trenching, stripping, drilling, or other methods. These exploration activities tend to be localized, temporary in nature, have low relative impact and are often naturally re-vegetating.
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- About The Guidelines
- Introduction to Consultation and Indigenous Engagement
- Stages of Early Mineral Exploration
- Work Permits on Crown Land
- Activities Requiring Work Permits
- Activities Not Requiring Work Permits
- Best Management Practices (BMP)
- BMP 1 – Tenure for Early Mineral Exploration
- BMP 2 – Early Exploration
- BMP 3 – Storage and Handling of Petroleum Products and Allied Products
- BMP 4 – Hazardous Substances, Waste and Dangerous Goods
- BMP 5 – Fire Prevention
- BMP 6 – Timber Clearing Activities
- BMP 7 – Road and Trail Access
- BMP 8 – Water Crossing
- BMP 9 – Trenching
- BMP 10 – Surface Stripping
- BMP 11 – Land-Based Drilling
- BMP 12 – Lake-Based Drilling
- BMP 13 – Core Storage
- BMP 14 – Temporary Work Camps
- BMP 15 – Wildlife
- BMP 16 – Decommissioning
- BMP 17 – Heritage Resources
- Glossary of Terms