We are not currently considering revising the requirement for a type B water licence for the use of over 100 cubic metres of water per day. It is my understanding that this volume is consistent with other northern jurisdictions. In the Yukon, the 300 cubic metres is a threshold specifically related to type B licences for placer and quartz mining. All other mining has a threshold of 100 cubic metres for a type B water licence. In Nunavut, anything between 50 and 300 cubic metres requires a type B licence.
Bob McLeod on Question 683-18(3): Northwest Territories Water Licenses
In the Legislative Assembly on March 12th, 2019. See this statement in context.
Question 683-18(3): Northwest Territories Water Licenses
Oral Questions
March 12th, 2019
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