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Discover abundant opportunities in Ontario, where companies can access some of the world’s most mineral-rich deposits. With a competitive business climate and a legacy of innovation, Ontario welcomes you to capitalize on the growing demand for critical minerals. Whether you’re exploring, financing, or part of the mining supply and services sector, Ontario offers a wealth of potential for your investment endeavors. 

Ontario’s mineral advantage

$13.0B

in mineral production in Ontario in 2024

$1.1B

spent in 2024 on approximately 400 mineral exploration projects

28,000

direct mining jobs created in Ontario, along with another 46,000 indirect jobs

357,000+

active mining claims in good standing as of December 31, 2024

50%+

of Ontario's universities and colleges offer world-class mining, earth and environmental sciences as well as engineering program

~40%

of the world’s public mining companies were listed on the TSX and TSX-V in 2024

37%

of all global mining equity capital raised in the past five years came from the TSX and TSX-V

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Diverse Mining Landscape

Explore Ontario’s premier status in Canada as a leading producer of gold, nickel, and platinum group elements, strategically located in Northern Ontario. The province is also among the top 10 jurisdictions in the world for mineral exploration spending, highlighting a commitment by the sector to growth. With 36 active mining operations offering a diverse range of minerals including base metals, precious metals, and industrial minerals, Ontario presents unparalleled opportunities for investment and growth in the mining sector. 

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#1

mining capital market in the world

Geology-Ontario: Solutions for Mineral Investment

Discover how our geoscience datasets support and guide mineral sector investment decisions, ensuring efficient exploration strategies and informing government policies to align with your business goals. Explore Ontario Geological Survey (OGS) products and services to the mining and mineral exploration sector: OGSEarth and Resident Geologist Program (RGP).

Sustainable Mining Practices for Responsible Growth

Experience Ontario’s commitment to sustainable mining practices, ensuring environmental stewardship and community engagement. With stringent regulations and industry-led initiatives, Ontario’s mining sector prioritizes responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact and fostering positive relationships with local communities. Explore investment opportunities aligned with our sustainability goals for a prosperous future in mining. 

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Mines and significant projects

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Agnico Eagle Mines’ strategy is to build regional competitive advantage in premier jurisdictions with proven high geological potential and low political risk such as Ontario. Ontario’s open, collaborative and supportive approach to mining makes it an ideal jurisdiction for continued investment.

Natasha Vaz

EVP, Chief Operating Officer, Ontario, Australia and Mexico Operations, Agnico Eagle

Mining companies that proudly chose Ontario

  • Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd.
  • Alamos Gold Inc.
  • Argonaut Gold Inc.
  • Barrick Gold Corp.
  • Equinox Gold Corp.
  • Evolution Mining Ltd.
  • Ferromin Inc.
  • Glencore PLC
  • Gowest Gold Ltd.
  • IAMGOLD Inc.
  • Impala Canada Ltd.
  • KGHM International Ltd.
  • McEwen Mining Inc.
  • New Gold Inc.
  • Newmont Corp.
  • Pan American Silver Corp. – Lake Shore Gold Corp.
  • Silver Lake Resources Ltd.
  • Vale S.A.
  • Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd.

Mining Schools

If you are looking for the right people, Ontario offers a deep talent pool for sourcing mining, energy and infrastructure industry personnel, including managerial and technical staff. You will find one of the best mining education clusters in the world to support your company’s growth. Ontario’s universities and colleges have world-class mining, earth and environmental sciences as well as engineering programs. Explore the map to see where our programs are located.

Mining companies that proudly chose Ontario

In the spotlight

Minister Fedeli and the Invest Ontario team present Generation Mining CEO Jamie Levy with a commemorative plaque.
Invest Ontario Supports Construction of Generation Mining's Marathon Copper-Palladium Processing Facility

Ontario supports construction of the mineral processing facility at Generation Mining’s Marathon Project through the Critical Minerals Processing Fund, strengthening the province's critical minerals supply chain.

Ontario Investment Roundup
Ontario Investment Roundup

Invest Ontario makes it easy to choose Ontario, announcing over $15.1B in investments and creating more than 14,100 jobs across a competitive, skilled economy.

Representatives from Invest Ontario and the City of Toronto present a congratulatory commemorative coin to Lyft’s Chief Policy Officer.
Lyft opens Toronto technology hub to drive the future of mobility innovation

Lyft opens a new Toronto technology hub, creating more than 500 jobs and strengthening Ontario's leadership in AI, mobility innovation and software engineering.

Group photo featuring, from left to right: Minister Vic Fedeli; Mark Leno, General Manager, Heidi Canada; Khawar Nasim, CEO, Invest Ontario; Garrett Tone, Executive Director, Life Sciences, Invest Ontario; and Yu Liu, Co-Founder and CTO, Heidi.
Invest Ontario welcomes Heidi’s North American headquarters in Toronto

Heidi is establishing its North American headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, creating high‑skilled jobs and advancing AI‑driven digital health solutions.

SCMS CEO Masatoshi Kifuji (center) poses with IvO representatives Marine Lochon, Theodore Aust, Nicole Simone, and Heather Potter.
Invest Ontario welcomes SEKISUI Canada Modular Solutions’ expansion in Burlington

SEKISUI Canada Modular Solutions Inc. is investing $15 million to establish its Canadian manufacturing and operations hub in Burlington, Ontario.

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Mid-year update: From Strategy to results

Ontario is well positioned because our fundamentals are strong. But fundamentals alone are not enough.

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Invest Ontario welcomes ZS Engineering Labs

ZS is expanding in Ontario with a new Toronto Engineering Labs, creating up to 300 high-skilled jobs and strengthening the province’s AI and life sciences ecosystem.

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Invest Ontario welcomes Pharmacosmos’ major expansion in Ontario

Pharmacosmos is creating 50 new jobs, supporting further growth over the next three years and establishing a Canadian hub to support operations nationwide.

Rendering of Ferrero’s manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario
Learn why Ferrero is investing $445 million in Brantford, Ontario

Invest Ontario is supporting Ferrero’s $445 million investment to expand its manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario, creating 500 jobs.

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Invest Ontario welcomes Tenaris’s expansion in Sault Ste Marie to strengthen Ontario’s steel and energy supply chains

Tenaris is making a $306 million investment to modernize and expand its steel pipe manufacturing facility in Sault Ste. Marie, Northern Ontario.

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Ross Video to invest $122.5 million to expand manufacturing and R&D in Ontario with support from Invest Ontario

Ross Video to invest $122.5M in Ontario to grow R&D, expand operations and develop the world’s first hyperconverged media platform.

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Invest Ontario supports Sunrise Farms major expansion in Woodstock

New $100M+ Sunrise Farms facility in Woodstock will create 100 jobs, expand domestic processing and support Ontario’s food security and supply chain.

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