Uranium Exploration and Mining Prohibition Act (S.N.S. 2009, c. 6). Country/Territory Canada Territorial subdivision Nova Scotia Document type Legislation Date 2009 Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act to prohibit uranium exploration and uranium mining in Nova Scotia. Subject Energy, Mineral resources Keyword Energy conservation/energy production Offences/penalties Mining Exploration Inspection Geographical area Americas, Arctic, Asia and the Pacific, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic Abstract The purpose of this Act is to prohibit exploration for or mining of uranium in order to protect the health and safety of Nova Scotians and the quality of their environment. The text consists of 7 sections. Full text English Website www.gov.ns.ca References - Legislation Implements Mineral Resources Act (S.N.S. 1990, c. 18). Legislation | Canada | 1990 (1999) Keyword: Basic legislation, Mining, Minerals, Exploration, Royalties/fees, Offences/penalties, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX