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Getting Started with Mineral and Placer Titles

Last updated on March 25, 2025

Definitions

  • Basic definitions for mineral and placer titles

New client

  • Becoming a client (Free Miner) to apply for, acquire and maintain mineral and placer titles

Claims

  • Applying for and maintaining mineral and placer claims

Leases

  • Applying for and maintaining mining and placer leases

Fees

  • Fees associated with mineral and placer titles

 

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