Canada Nickel’s Crawford Project Impact Statement Approved for Next Phase

By Kevin Vincent

Canada Nickel Company Inc. has announced a significant milestone in the development of its Crawford Nickel Sulphide Project as the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) has verified the adequacy of the project’s Impact Statement. The document meets all accessibility, formatting, and informational requirements, allowing it to advance into a technical review and public comment phase.

“We are pleased that the IAAC has confirmed the adequacy of our Impact Statement, a testament to the comprehensive regulatory compliance and transparency efforts of both our team and the IAAC,” said Mark Selby, CEO of Canada Nickel.

Public Comment Period Open

The IAAC decision initiates a 60-day public comment period on the summary of the Impact Statement, which began December 9, 2024, and will run until February 7, 2025. The public is encouraged to review and provide feedback on the document. Links to relevant materials, including the public notice, summary, full Impact Statement, and supporting data, can be accessed via the Crawford Nickel Project Registry.

“This milestone is more than just a regulatory checkbox,” added Selby. “It is another step forward in the journey for the Crawford Nickel Sulphide Project from exploration to production. It is a testament to our team’s efforts that this has been the only mining project in Canada to reach this stage under the 2019 Impact Assessment Act.”

Next Steps

The Impact Statement will now undergo a detailed technical review and assessment, including input from public comments and stakeholder engagement sessions. Canada Nickel remains committed to addressing any feedback to ensure the project’s environmental, social, and economic considerations meet the highest standards.

About Canada Nickel Company

Canada Nickel Company Inc. is a leader in developing the next generation of nickel-sulphide projects to meet the growing demand for nickel in electric vehicle and stainless steel markets. The company has applied to trademark terms such as NetZero Nickel™, NetZero Cobalt™, and NetZero Iron™ as part of its goal to produce zero-carbon metals. Its flagship Crawford Nickel-Cobalt Sulphide Project, located in the Timmins-Cochrane mining camp, is central to its operations, offering a sustainable, high-potential resource in a low-risk jurisdiction.

For more information on the Crawford Nickel Sulphide Project and the public comment period, visit the IAAC project registry.

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