Leoncia Ramos, a 65-year-old resident of La Piñita in the Dominican Republic, has expressed fear for her health and a desire to leave her home. She is one of 450 families who have approached their government and the company operating the Pueblo Viejo gold mine.
The families are requesting relocation due to concerns about pollution stemming from the mine’s operations. This situation underscores broader issues with Canadian mining companies operating internationally and the challenges in addressing complaints from affected communities.
The vacant position within Canada’s watchdog agency raises questions about the effectiveness of its oversight mechanisms for overseas mining activities. Such complaints require timely and thorough investigation to ensure environmental protection and community well-being.
Source: Mongabay