Mineral Collecting

If you are interested in mineral collecting, please download a copy of the brochure Mineral Collecting in Ontario (PDF, 230kB)
 

Mineral Collections 

If you own a significant mineral collection, you should be aware of legislation governing the export and import of designated cultural property including some mineral collections. Export and import of designated cultural property is under the jurisdiction of Heritage Canada under the Cultural Property Export and Import Act. See myLaws - Mineral Collection - Export of Cultural Property.

Mine Hazards

Caution must be exercised when working around inactive or abandoned mine sites. 

Surface facilities and underground mine workings may be hazardous and must be approached with caution.

Underground mine workings and confined spaces must never be entered without following the appropriate safety procedures and following all applicable legislation.

For safety precautions for working near potential mine hazards please contact the Ministry of Labour.

For information on abandoned mines and mine hazards see the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines' abandoned mines/mine hazards website.