: Ontario’s Ministry of Mines estimates the region could be worth up to $1 trillion , while private firms like Wyloo Metals estimate the value of defined ore bodies at approximately $90 billion . Strategic Projects :
: The region contains 1.6 billion tonnes of carbon; disturbing these peatlands could release 10 times Ontario’s annual carbon emissions. ring_of_fire
: In March 2026, the Ontario government announced an accelerated plan to build all-weather roads and power transmission five years ahead of schedule. Environmental & Social Risks : : Ontario’s Ministry of Mines estimates the region