A proposed open-pit lithium mine in northwestern Quebec has triggered community tension and calls for the provincial government to order an independent environmental review with public hearings.

An Australian firm, Sayona Mining Ltd., is the proponent that is proposing to build the Authier lithium mine project.

A proposed lithium mine near a fresh water source in Quebec has angered residents and is putting the province's new environment minister under mounting pressure, reports @cecilia_keating #qcpoli #envpoli

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