Referendum shows overwhelming opposition to silica sand mine
Two Manitoba politicians say initial results of referendum show Springfield residents do not want silica sand mine in community. Read more.
Source: winnipegsun.com
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Opposition persists to proposed sand mining project in southeastern Manitoba
Widespread opposition persists in southeastern Manitoba to an Alberta-based company's proposed plan to mine for pure silica sand in the rural municipality of Springfield, two local councillors say.
Source: cbc.ca
Sio Silica: Springfield residents look to provincial party leaders to nix project
Residents in rural Manitoba are looking to provincial party leaders on the campaign trail to nix a controversial silica sand mining project after a private referendum showed thousands are against it.
Source: winnipeg.ctvnews.ca
Springfield councillors vow to 'fight hard' to prevent silica issues
Two RM of Springfield councillors say they are weighing their options and how far they are willing to take a legal fight. Read more.
Source: winnipegsun.com
Councillors in silica sand mine controversy hit with legal threats
A rural Manitoba councillor is accusing a mining company of “thuggery” after he said he was threatened with legal action. Read more.
Source: winnipegsun.com