James Bay Lithium Mine Project
Galaxy Lithium (Canada) Inc. is proposing the construction, operation and decommissioning of an open-pit lithium mine located approximately 100 kilometres east of James Bay and the Eastmain Cree Village, in Quebec. As proposed, the James Bay Lithium Mine Project would have an estimated mine life of 15 to 20 years, and produce on average 5,480 tonnes of ore per day. The project would include an open-pit mine and concentrator facility, tailings, waste rock, ore and overburden storage areas, as well as related infrastructure.
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Latest update
August 3, 2022 — On July 25, 2022, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada determined that the additional information submitted by the proponent in response to the 4th information request was complete and informed the proponent.
June 29 2022 — On June 23, 2022, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada received a request to extend the three-year time limit and allow Galaxy Lithium (Canada) Inc. more time to provide the required information or studies for the environmental assessment. The Agency is reviewing the request and will make a determination as to whether it will be granted.
June 29 2022 — On June 23, 2022, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada received a request to extend the three-year time limit and allow Galaxy Lithium (Canada) Inc. more time to provide the required information or studies for the environmental assessment. The Agency is reviewing the request and will make a determination as to whether it will be granted.
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Key documents
| Document Number | Document Title | File | Date |
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| 33 | From Galaxy Lithium (Canada) to Impact Assessment Agency of Canada re: Revised Environmental Impact Statement | - | July 31, 2021 |
| 17 | Summary of the Environmental Impact Statement | PDF (4 MB) | February 12, 2019 |
| 18 | Environmental Impact Statement | - | October 30, 2018 |
| 10 | Final Environmental Assessment Guidelines | PDF (411 KB) | February 21, 2018 |
| 6 | Notice of Commencement of an Environmental Assessment | - | December 14, 2017 |
| 5 | Notice of Environmental Assessment Determination | - | December 14, 2017 |
| 3 | Summary of a Project Description of a Designated Project | PDF (4.6 MB) | October 30, 2017 |
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Contacts
James Bay Lithium Mine ProjectImpact Assessment Agency of Canada
901-1550 d'Estimauville Avenue
Québec, Quebec G1J 0C1
Telephone: 418-649-6444
Fax: 418-649-6443
Email: minebaiejames@iaac-aeic.gc.ca
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Location
- 100 kilometres east of James Bay (Quebec)
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Nature of Activity
- Mines and Minerals
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Assessment Status
In progress -
Start Date
2017-12-14 -
Proponent
Galaxy Lithium (Canada) Inc. -
Authorities
- Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
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Assessment Type
Environmental assessment under CEAA 2012 -
Reference Number
80141