Mineral Resources
Our role
Nunavut's resource potential is outstanding. It is an exciting time for the territory as exploration work increases in all regions. The Mineral Resources division contributes to sustainable mineral resource development on Nunavut's Crown land.
Our activities
Mineral Resources is integrated with the Environment, Water Resources, Land Administration, and Field Operations divisions; all within the Operations Directorate. This allows for a coordinated approach to resource development in Nunavut, in support of sustainable development.
Specifically, Mineral Resources does the following:
- ensures compliance with the Nunavut Mining Regulations
- monitors, assesses and reports on mineral related activities in Nunavut
- maintains an archive of Nunavut's mineral exploration and mining history available to clients
- jointly manages the Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office
- develops mineral exploration and mining policies while serving as an advocate for sustainable mineral development in the territory
- contributes to public awareness through schools, community visits and public events
- promotes Nunavut as a premier location for mineral-related investment
- provides technical advice during environmental assessments
Contact us
Manager, Mineral Resources
Tel: (867) 975-4290
aadnc.minerauxnu-mineralsnu.aandc@canada.ca
District Geologists
Tel: (867) 975-4291
Tel: (867) 975-4292
Staff Geologists
Tel: (867) 975-4279
Tel: (867) 975-4293
Tel: (867) 975-4569
Archives
Tel: (867) 975-4279
aadnc.archivesnu.aandc@canada.ca
Mineral Resources Division
PO Box 100
Iqaluit NU X0A 0H0