Canada Carbon Inc.’s Concerns Over CPTAQ’s Decision on the Miller Graphite Project
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, April 11, 2025 – Canada Carbon Inc. (CCB), a leading Canadian company engaged in the development of projects related to critical and strategic minerals, expresses its concerns over the recent decision of the Commission de protection du territoire agricole du Québec (CPTAQ) regarding the Miller graphite project near Grenville-sur-la-Rouge. The Company believes that this decision may have significant implications for the development of similar projects in Quebec and beyond.
Impact on CCB and the Quebec Mining Industry
The CPTAQ’s decision to deny the Miller Project’s application for a permit to extract graphite from a site in the MRC de Papineau, due to concerns over potential agricultural impacts, has raised concerns for CCB. The Miller Project is one of several projects that CCB is pursuing in Quebec, and the outcome of this decision could set a precedent for the future of mining projects in the province.
The Quebec mining industry has been a significant contributor to the province’s economy, providing jobs and revenue. However, the CPTAQ’s decision could discourage investment in the sector, particularly for projects related to critical and strategic minerals. These minerals are essential for various industries, including technology, renewable energy, and transportation.
Global Implications
The decision on the Miller Project is not only relevant to Quebec and Canada but also has global implications. The worldwide demand for critical and strategic minerals is increasing, driven by the growing adoption of clean technologies and the expansion of the electronics industry. Developing countries, in particular, are racing to secure their supplies of these minerals to fuel their economic growth.
The CPTAQ’s decision could set a negative precedent for mining projects in other jurisdictions, potentially discouraging investment and slowing down the development of critical and strategic mineral projects. This could result in supply chain disruptions, higher prices, and a reduced ability to meet the growing demand for these minerals.
Conclusion
Canada Carbon Inc. urges the Quebec government and the CPTAQ to reconsider their decision on the Miller Project and to provide clear guidelines for the development of mining projects that balance economic growth with environmental concerns. The Company remains committed to working collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure that its projects contribute positively to the communities where they are located and to the global economy.
- Canada Carbon Inc. expresses concerns over CPTAQ’s decision on the Miller Project
- Impact on CCB and the Quebec mining industry
- Global implications of the decision
- Call for clear guidelines for mining projects
- Commitment to collaborative stakeholder engagement
