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This webpage provides the public with a series of technical and regulatory guidelines to assist operators or mine operator applicants in preparing applications and\/or understanding the Mining Act Rules.<\/h4>\n

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REGULATORY GUIDANCE DOCUMENTS<\/h3>\n

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EXPLORATION DRILLING PERMIT CONDITIONS COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST<\/h3>\n

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NET PRESENT VALUE<\/h3>\n

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(Updated November 2020)<\/p>\n

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FINANCIAL ASSURANCE GUIDANCE<\/h3>\n

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INDIRECT COSTS<\/h3>\n

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SELF-SUSTAINING ECOSYSTEM GUIDELINE<\/h3>\n

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(December 2022)<\/p>\n

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SOIL HANDLING AND SUITABILITY GUIDELINE<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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(December 2022)<\/p>\n

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REVEGETATION GUIDELINE<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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(December 2022)<\/p>\n

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CLOSEOUT PLAN GUIDELINES<\/h3>\n

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