A treasure trove of minerals lies buried beneath Northern Ontario's stretch of the Canadian Shield and within the younger sedimentary rocks that cover much of Southern Ontario. Our mining industry is thriving.

Exploration and deposit appraisal is exceeding $230 million annually. Billions more are being spent on mine development in the Sudbury, Timmins and James Bay areas.

The Ministry of Northern Development and Mines (MNDM) administers the Ontario Mining Act. MNDM staff across the province are available to answer questions about exploration and mining in Ontario. Resident geologists can explain local geology, mineral exploration opportunities and public access to geological data. Mining lands consultants can provide information about mineral rights ownership and what is open to claim staking. Mineral development consultants can provide you with information about major exploration and mining projects that are planned or under way.

For more information go to Ontario's mining industry website or contact:

Mines and Minerals Division
Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines
Willet Green Miller Centre
933 Ramsey Lake Road, 6th Floor
Sudbury, Ontario
P3E 6B5 Canada
1-888-415-9845