Responsible Reclamation
How we close our mines is just as important as how we build and operate them. When done well, mine closure can leave a lasting, positive and sustainable legacy.
We work in partnership with our clients to develop tailored strategies and solutions to streamline closure and meet the multifaceted project objectives and requirements.
We are committed to delivering projects on budget and on schedule, based on ethical and responsible mine reclamation practices that maximize value and minimize risks to local communities and the environment. JDS is currently supporting reclamation scopes in B.C., Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Our Services
Closure Planning
- Study management
- Executing planning and scheduling
- Reclamation cost estimation
- Trade off studies
- Risk assessment
- Preparation of mine closure plans
- Development of technical reports
On-site Support and technical services
- Mine waste characterization
- Engineering management
- Construction oversight
- Self-performed construction
- Production tracking
- Water treatment plant installations
- Post-closure monitoring and maintenance
Our Experience
Mount Nansen Remediation
Mount Nansen Remediation Limited Partnership (MNLRP) which is a 50/50 partnership between JDS and Alexco Environmental have contracted with Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC).
Faro Mine
In 2016, JDS were engaged by the Kaska to provide technical expertise and management assistance to the Kaska for the Technical Review Committee (TRC). In 2018, JDS were engaged by SRK Consulting to provide 30% and 60% design reports for the infrastructure Demolition Plan.
Giant Mine
Giant Mine was a large-scale gold mine that operated from 1945 to 2004 under a series of different owners. Since 2005, the required Care and Maintenance at the Giant Mine Site have been contracted out by Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) and Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC).
Giant Nickel Mine
The Giant Nickel Mine is a former underground nickel and copper mine, 100% owned by Barrick Gold Inc., who acquired the site in 2003 and is responsible for the remediation work. JDS was engaged by Barrick mid-project to provide project management, technical support, and to manage construction during the remediation and closure of the historic tailings facilities.

