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Overview of Mining in Quebec

Ongoing and In Development Projects

Overview of Mining Activities in Quebec

Quebec has significant mineral potential, accounting for one-fifth of Canada’s mining production. The province’s mining resources are the most diverse in the country, with around 30 mineral substances being produced and processed.

 
 
 
 
Quebec’s Mining Industry at a Glance

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Active mines

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Mines under maintenance

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Mining projects under construction and commissioning

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Mining development projects

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Exploration properties

Source: SIGÉOM – real-time update
 
 
 
 
Locating Mining Projects on the Map

Locate mines and ongoing projects using this map. You can also see exploration properties, active mining titles, and restrictions on mining activity.

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Mines and projectsExploration propertiesTitles and restrictions
Titles

Restrictions

To access and view all our geological and mining data for the province of Quebec, consult the SIGÉOM interactive map. You can also link this data to mining and geographic information.

 
 
 
 
Discovering Mining Projects in Quebec

This interactive table allows you to easily consult information on the various mining projects currently underway in Quebec. You can sort and filter the information using various criteria, such as the metals being sought, the stage of the project, or the region where it is located.

Active and Maintenance Mines

View information on active mines and mines under maintenance where minerals are extracted in Quebec.

Active and Maintained Mines

Mining Projects in Development, Construction, and Commissioning

Learn more about mining projects in Quebec that have reached the preliminary economic assessment stage. During the development phase, extensive work is carried out to determine the characteristics of the mineralized zone. The construction and commissioning phase involves starting construction work and beginning operations at the mining facilities.

Mining Projects in Development, Construction, and Commissioning

Exploration properties

The exploration properties table provides an overview of mineral exploration activities in Quebec. The goal of exploration is to find a potentially profitable mineralized zone. For more details, see the Data on mineral exploration activities page.

Exploration properties

 
 

You can find additional information on the Investing in Quebec’s Mining Sector page.