Mineral Act (R.S.N.L. 1990, c. M-12).

Country/Territory: Canada
Territorial subdivision: Newfoundland
Document type: Legislation
Date: 1990 (2014)
Source: FAO, FAOLEX
Long title: An Act respecting the acquisition of rights to minerals in the Province.

Subject: Mineral resources
Keyword: Classification/declassification Minerals Mining Exploration Inspection Access right Dispute settlement Institution Authorization/permit
Geographical area: Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic

Abstract: This Act concerns the exploration and search for minerals in Newfoundland and Labrador. It contains provision on the classification of lands, on licences and permits, on compensation, on mineral claims records, on mineral surveys and inspections. It also regulates mining leases and establishes the Mineral Rights Adjudication Board, setting its jurisdiction and providing for its functioning.
Full text: English
Website: www.gov.nf.ca