Nanavut

Nunavut is emerging as a key player in Canada’s critical mineral strategy, with projects in regions like Kivalliq and Kitikmeot poised to supply resources essential for clean energy and advanced technologies.

Rich Geology and Strategic Importance

Nunavut’s vast territory is home to copper, nickel, cobalt, zinc, uranium, and rare earth elements, all classified as critical minerals by Canada. These resources are vital for batteries, renewable energy infrastructure, and digital technologies, making Nunavut central to Canada’s efforts to secure sustainable supply chains

Major Projects

• Ferguson Lake Project (Kivalliq Region): Canadian North Resources Inc. is advancing exploration of one of North America’s largest undeveloped deposits of nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals. This project could become a cornerstone of Canada’s domestic supply.

• Roma Project (Kitikmeot Region): Blue Star Gold Corp. has identified promising copper and zinc-rich volcanogenic massive sulphide (VMS) targets through airborne geophysical surveys. These deposits are adjacent to the High Lake Mining Leases, highlighting Nunavut’s potential for base metals.

• Highland Critical Minerals Corp.: Recently entered into agreements to acquire mining claims in the Yathkyed Lake Greenstone Belt, expanding exploration for cobalt and other critical minerals

Indigenous Partnerships and Governance

Mining in Nunavut operates under a framework that emphasizes Indigenous rights, environmental stewardship, and community benefits. Projects must navigate rigorous regulatory processes, balancing economic opportunity with social and cultural priorities.

National and Global Context

Nunavut’s critical mineral projects align with the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy, which aims to boost domestic production, attract investment, and strengthen global supply chains for the green economy. With growing demand from the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Nunavut’s deposits are increasingly seen as strategic assets.

In summary: Nunavut’s critical mineral projects—from Ferguson Lake to Roma—are positioning the territory as a vital supplier of resources for clean energy and advanced technologies, while ensuring Indigenous partnerships and sustainable development remain central.