Is Sudbury still a mining town?
Sudbury has traditionally been known as a mining town. Its first mining company, Canadian Copper, was founded in 1886 and began smelting operations in 1888. To this day, the Sudbury Basin remains one of the world’s largest producers of nickel.
How old is Sudbury?
Sudbury’s origins can be traced back to 1883 and the development of the transnational railway. Part of the westward expansion of the Canadian Pacific rail line, the area was intended only to serve as a temporary work camp for transient railway workers.
What indigenous land is Sudbury on?
Atikameksheng Anishnawbek
Sudbury is in Robinson-Huron Treaty territory and the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek.
What is Greater Sudbury known for?
With nine operating mines, two mills, two smelters, and a nickel refinery, Sudbury is arguably the hard rock mining capital of the world. Sudbury is home to a major geological structure in Ontario, Canada called the Sudbury Basin which is the third-largest crater on Earth, as well as one of the oldest.
What is the deepest underground mine in the world?
Mponeng Gold Mine
List of deepest mines
| Rank | Name of mine | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mponeng Gold Mine | 4.0 km (2.5 mi) |
| 2 | TauTona Mine | 3.9 km (2.4 mi) |
| 3 | Savuka Gold Mine | 3.7 km (2.3 mi) |
| 4 | East Rand Mine | 3.585 km (2.228 mi) |
What indigenous land is Ajax on?
Ajax is located on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee and Mississauga (see Anishinaabe). At the time of European settlement, it was the Mississauga who inhabited the north shore of Lake Ontario, including what would become Ajax.
What is the deepest mine in Ontario?
the Kidd Mine
Located in Timmins, Ontario, we operate the Kidd Concentrator and the Kidd Mine, the world’s deepest base-metal mine below sea level, mining at 9600 feet with shaft bottom at 9889 feet.
Did a meteor hit Sudbury?
A meteorite believed to be 10 to 16 kilometres in diameter hurtles from space striking the area now known as Sudbury, Ontario (700 kilometres away)!…Fire & Destruction.
| Arrival Time | Effect | Modern Comparison on our Planet |
|---|---|---|
| ~40 minutes | Air Blast | Maximum wind speeds over 2000km/hr |
Which is the nearest city to Hanmer, Ontario?
There are 181 places (city, towns, hamlets …) within a radius of 100 kilometers / 62 miles from the center of Hanmer (ON), the nearest place in the area is Suez, Ontario. Below is the table with the 20 places near Hanmer (ON).
How old does a heritage sign have to be in Hanover?
This is a Town recognition sign and provides awareness about the building’s history that must date back a minimum of 75 years and have been important in Hanover’s history. The Heritage Committee shall provide the information regarding the property’s date of construction, original owner and the owner’s occupation.
How did Hanover heritage story map come about?
In partnership with the County of Grey, ‘Hanover Heritage Story Map’ was created to provide an interactive online historical platform to tell the stories about our Town’s properties. This story map will continue to evolve. Sit back and enjoy this virtual tour of Hanover’ past! Click the link above to go to the Hanover Heritage Story Map
When did the Heritage Committee in Hanover start?
Launched in September 2017, the Committee has identified various properties to be considered for a Hanover Heritage Committee building recognition sign. This is a Town recognition sign and provides awareness about the building’s history that must date back a minimum of 75 years and have been important in Hanover’s history.