Revised Final Environmental Study Report (24 MB) - Gold Canyon ...

Gold Canyon Resources Inc.
Springpole Gold Access Corridor Project
Final Environmental Study Report
Table 3-3: Summary of Supportive Comments
Comment Background Information Origin of Comment
1. Eastern corridor is favoured due to access bait
fishery.
2. No opposition to either corridor as long as no
outfitters unreasonably impacted.
3. Project would be good for economy in the region and
would create more of a tax base.
4. Commitment to a net overall benefit for the
environmental and biological values in the region is
acknowledged. .
5. Impact mitigation measures are reasonable and
appropriate.
Provided bait fishery area can be accessed from the road. Would appreciate a by-pass road around the
camp area rather than having to go through GCU’s camp. MNR would have to consent to access.
Commercial bait fisherman
Tired of outfitters from outside Canada opposing all development in the region. Remote tourism operator
The downturn in the forestry sector has negatively affected the region and a mine would help offset this
loss of jobs and tax revenue.
In agreement with the road, provided that there is continued dialogue on the road and all future project
developments.
No issues identified with the proposed Project, believes GCU is proceeding in an open and transparent
manner; no concerns from their membership
Township of Ear Falls, Municipality of Red Lake
(most proximal municipalities to the Project)
Métis Nation of Ontario (refer to Section 3.1.3).
Proximal Tourist Operator
Local Trapper’s Councils
6. No comments or concerns with the report Provincial Ministry
7. Project would provide improved safety for workers
accessing the Springpole Gold Project
It is an exciting project; good to eliminate the ice roads and find a safer route to the site. Provincial Ministry
8. Wants to see the Springpole Gold Project proceed,
which would be good for the local area.
9. Support for the conclusions of the report and
construction of the access corridor.
10. One route servicing two (2) industries is an efficient
and effective way to reduce potential impact in this
area.
In full support of the Project. Will bring employment to the local area; looks forward to seeing the
Springpole Gold Project proceed.
Project plans minimize or mitigate environmental concerns, access route will not negatively impact tourist
operators or other industrial of recreational parties in the area; rehabilitation of road is proposed should
the Springpole Project not proceed
The route follows the planned road in the 2009-2019 FMP, which is consistent with habitat planning for
caribou
Local business owner
Local prospectors’ organization
Local business in another industry
Encourage GCU to install water crossings that are sufficient for two (2) way, heavy traffic.
11. The road is in a good location and will be good for
the area.
Registered trapline owner
12. The proposed road corridor is located well for Cat The access corridor is in a good location to be extended to the community of Cat Lake. They are very
Lake in relation to their future construction of an allweather
interested in having a First Nation based/partner company complete the access corridor construction. Cat Lake First Nation community member
road.
This will bring jobs and contracts to the community.
13. In support of the road and the Project in general. The Springpole Project has provided jobs and has been good for the community. Slate Falls First Nation community member
14. No concerns with the proposed project. Interested
Several community members from each of CLFN,
n/a
in job opportunities with the Springpole Gold project.
SFFN and LSFN
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