IAAC seeks diverse perspectives on proposed Quebec lithium mine

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) has opened applications for funding to support public and Indigenous participation in the assessment of the Shaakichiuwaanaan mining project. This proposed lithium mine, located east of Radisson, Quebec, will include both open-pit and underground operations. The funding aims to facilitate involvement in key stages of the impact assessment process. Located in Quebec’s Eeyou Istchee James Bay region, the project is owned by PMET Resources.

Eligible individuals and groups can apply for financial support to review and comment on the proponent's impact statement summary and IAAC's draft impact assessment report and potential conditions. IAAC will accept applications until February 16, 2026. Interested parties can find detailed information about eligibility criteria and application procedures on the project's home page, under reference number 89271.

The Shaakichiuwaanaan mining project represents a significant development in Quebec's mining sector. Lithium, a crucial component in battery production, has seen increasing demand due to the growth of electric vehicle manufacturing and renewable energy storage solutions. IAAC plans to announce a public consultation period on the summary of the proponent's impact statement as the next step in the assessment process. This consultation will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to voice their opinions and concerns about the project's potential environmental, social, and economic impacts.

For updates on the project, interested parties can follow IAAC on social media platforms or sign up for notifications through the Canadian Impact Assessment Registry.

More information on the project is available at www.Pmet.ca/projects/Shaakichiuwaanaan/