What are the options for transporting the iron ore to international markets?
The Corporation has a number of options in identifying the most economical and environmentally compatible methods of transportation. The Pearson Project site lies close to tidewater, and existing port facilities are in nearby cities. Once loaded onto ocean-going ships, the iron ore could be transported to many markets worldwide. Q: What about the regulatory environment? Some previous mining projects with legitimate claims and highly promising potential have been blocked by previous B.C. governments, while some existing mining operations have shut down in recent years. What gives you confidence that this project could succeed? A: There are no guarantees in resource development. The Pearson Project is an early-stage, exploratory, high-risk project that must clear a number of technical, economic and regulatory hurdles before it is successful. Back to top Q: What are the environmental risks of iron ore mining? Does iron ore mining use arsenic or other chemical leaching techniques? Will the
