Manitoba opens first potash mine
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The first potash mine in Manitoba has officially opened.
It’s located in Harrowby, near the Manitoba-Saskatchewan border, and will produce around 250,000 tonnes of the mineral, which is primarily used in fertilizer, per year.
“The global demand for critical minerals is at an all-time high,” Premier Heather Stefanson said. “As part of our government’s commitment to position Manitoba as a global leader in sustainable mineral development, we have been working co-operatively with the Potash and Agri Development Corporation of Manitoba to support this landmark project.”
The Potash and Agri Development Corporation of Manitoba (PADCOM) has already invested over $12 million in the project. They’ve also committed to sharing 11 per cent of net profits with local First Nations, the Manitoba Métis Federation, and other local governments.
