CVN members and the public are invited to attend the following free online lecture hosted by the Canadian Society of Environmental Biologists:
Title: Mining and the Environment in Northern Ontario
Speaker: Dr. Constance O’Connor (Wildlife Conservation Society)
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. PT
See the registration link below.
(Photo: Connie O’Connor)
The boreal forests and peatlands of northern Ontario represent one of the world’s largest remaining intact forests and the third-largest wetland in the world. This area is the homeland for Anishnaabeg and Ininiwak, is an important refuge for northern wildlife, and a globally important carbon store. This area has seen little of the industrial resource development and urban settlement that has transformed areas to the south,
However, there is growing interest in resource development in this region, particularly for mining. These developments would also require associated roads, transmission lines, and other infrastructure. This presentation will provide an overview of the current context of mining in northern Ontario, including a discussion of limitations and concerns with the regulatory and planning frameworks for mining in Ontario relative to the environment and Indigenous rights; and current status and issues with proposed projects, including within the Ring of Fire area.
About the speaker
Read about Dr. O’Connor on the Wildlife Conservation Society website.
Registration
“Seating capacity” for the talk is limited, and you need to register in advance. You can check the computer requirements for attendees here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the webinar.
