Atlantic Mining Nova Scotia has received industrial approval to process previously stockpiled ore at the Touquoy gold mine in Moose River, Halifax County—marking a significant step forward for the site’s transition.
Roughly three million tonnes of gold-bearing ore have remained unprocessed since operations ceased in 2023. Under the approval granted on April 10, the company will be permitted to process this material without undertaking any new mining or extraction. All activity will be confined to the site’s existing disturbed footprint, minimizing additional environmental impact.
Processing is expected to take between 10 and 14 months. Once complete, all resulting waste will be placed back into the existing open pit, aligning with the site’s broader reclamation plan.
The project is also expected to deliver meaningful economic benefits to Nova Scotia. It is projected to support approximately 197 jobs and contribute $151 million to the province’s gross domestic product.
Reclamation work at Touquoy began in 2024 and will continue alongside processing, with a temporary pause limited to the mill area. Cleanup efforts in other parts of the site will move forward as planned. To ensure full restoration is completed in accordance with the Environment Act, the Province holds a $79.9-million bond from Atlantic Mining.
By moving forward with this project, our Nova Scotia PC government is demonstrating that economic growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand—unlocking value from existing resources while ensuring the land is properly restored for future generations.