Mineral Resources Act (S.N.S. 1990, c. 18). Country/Territory Canada Territorial subdivision Nova Scotia Document type Legislation Date 1990 (1999) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Mineral resources Keyword Basic legislation Mining Minerals Exploration Royalties/fees Offences/penalties Authorization/permit Geographical area Americas, North America Abstract The purpose of the present Act is to support and promote responsible mineral resource management consistent with sustainable development while recognizing the following goals: a) providing a framework for efficient and effective mineral rights administration; b) encouraging, promoting and facilitating mineral exploration, development and production; c) providing a fair royalty regime; and d) improving the knowledge of mineral resources in the Province. Section 4 establishes that all minerals are Full text English Website www.gov.ns.ca References - Legislation Implemented by Uranium Exploration and Mining Prohibition Act (S.N.S. 2009, c. 6). Legislation | Canada | 2009 Keyword: Energy conservation/energy production, Offences/penalties, Mining, Exploration, Inspection Source: FAO, FAOLEX Mineral Resources Regulations (N.S. Reg. 222/2004). Legislation | Canada | 2004 (2013) Keyword: Survey/mapping, Minerals, Mining, Exploration, Royalties/fees, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX