Ring of Fire
More than minerals at stake
The “Ring of Fire” is a mineral resource region located in the far north region of Ontario about 540km northeast of Thunder Bay and 1,000km north of Toronto.
The area is defined by the size and shape of its extensive mineral deposits (and the permitted mineral claims) covering up to 5,000 square kilometres.
Why it matters
- The Ring of Fire could turn into a mega-project, defined as a large-scale, complex venture that typically costs $1 billion or more, takes many years to build, involves multiple public and private stakeholders, is transformational, and impacts millions of people. A project like this can profoundly transform the region's environment and economy.
- The region's ecological values are unique and in some cases globally significant - it's part of the largest, intact boreal forest in the world, one of the largest peatland and wetland complexes in the world, and a habitat for species at risk like caribou, wolverine, and lake sturgeon.
- This region is a homeland to Indigenous Peoples, First Nations who have lived on the land and kept its lands, waters, wildlife, rocks, minerals, and other relatives healthy and abundant since time before memory. The Ililiwak, Ininiwak, Inninuwug, and Anishinaabeg Nations are the only population living in the region and as the stewards of the land, retain deep connections and jurisdiction over the future of the region – its protection and development.
Our solutions
- Tracking and sharing mineral claims in the Ring of Fire: Get regular updates on new mining claims, along with info on downstream communities and contact information.
