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Work began in 2020 on a massive fuel break south of Whitehorse, intended to help protect the city from any encroaching wildfire from the south. Some residents wonder if it's enough.
The city is looking at tweaking two pieces of policy, to protect groundwater and reduce disturbance for residents. One option would effectively prohibit mineral exploration and extraction within the entire city. Another option would make public input and city approval a prerequisite for mining permits.
The City of Whitehorse has granted mineral exploration company Gladiator Metals permission to drill in an area near Mount Sima and Copper Haul Road.
The Yukon government has approved a mineral exploration project by Gladiator Metals, a company fined earlier this year for infractions at another exploration project near the city.