Agnico Eagle has initiated a study under the Environmental Assessment Act to address the declining capacity of the
Detour Lake Mine landfill site. The study will help to identify a long-term (25 year) strategy that will best meet the
needs of the Detour Lake Mine community, with respect to the management of domestic non-hazardous solid waste
generated within the Detour Lake Mine property. The mine is in northern Ontario, the District of Cochrane, about
185km northeast of the Town of Cochrane via Highway 652. The existing landfill has been in operation since 1983.
Consultation
Members of the public, agencies, Indigenous communities, and other interested persons are encouraged to actively
participate in the planning process by attending consultation opportunities or contacting staff directly with comments
or questions. Consultation opportunities are planned throughout the planning process and will be advertised on the
company website, radio announcements, and regional news formats (print and online media).
For further information on the proposed study, please contact the following:
Next Steps
Agnico Eagle is currently drafting the Terms of Reference. Once completed, Agnico Eagle will provide opportunities for Indigenous communities, the Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks, agencies, members of the public, and interested parties to review and comment on the draft.